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Ferrari 512 BB

1976–1981

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  • Lowest price

    $290,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $290,000

    Since 2020 · n=1

  • Highest price

    $290,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    1

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 1 lots

Ferrari 512 BB

Based on 1 verified auction result

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

$375,304

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

8/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

$692,043

+84%

5-Year Forecast

$850,804

+127%

Estimates pool 22 verified sales across United States, United Kingdom, Australia — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.

Market scores

38

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Ferrari 512 BB in the Australian market is trading at a median of AUD $375,304, up 25 percent over the past twelve months—a solid appreciation signal in a segment where momentum tends to compound. The single tracked transaction in this timeframe suggests considerable rarity in local sales activity, though the upward move aligns with broader appreciation trends for this model globally.

As a Highly Collectible machine with a production run of 2,323 units, the 512 BB occupies a secure tier within Ferrari's classic portfolio. Its classification as an appreciating classic reflects the model's established collector status and the fact that remaining examples are increasingly scarce in the secondary market.

Australian liquidity for the 512 BB is tight, with zero active listings currently and minimal transaction volume across the period. This illiquidity creates a two-sided dynamic: sellers can expect patience to find the right buyer, while buyers must be prepared to wait or search internationally to acquire an example.

The three-year base projection stands at AUD $692,043, implying 84 percent appreciation from current levels. Over five years, the model is forecast to reach AUD $850,804, representing 127 percent growth—a trajectory consistent with well-regarded 1970s Ferraris that benefit from scarcity and stable collector demand.

The Hold or Wait signal reflects confidence in the underlying trend but acknowledges the extremely thin local market. For positioned holders, the fundamentals support patience; for active buyers, tighter global sourcing may prove more efficient than waiting for Australian stock to emerge.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$375,304
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked22
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared22 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$3,050
  • Maintenance$4,870
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$12,790
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0
  • Sell-Through0%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$290,000
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range$290,000 – $290,000
  • Total Sales Tracked1

Recent sales

  • $290,000

    Collecting Cars · 9 Oct 2023

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.