Ford Falcon XC Cobra
1978–1978

US$137,940
Market value · recent verified sales
Modelled estimate — automatically replaced with verified sold lots as our sources index more results for this car in United States.
MSRP
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Collectibility
10/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
Estimates based on 1 verified United States sale.
Market scores
30
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Ford Falcon XC Cobra occupies the rarest tier of the Australian muscle car market in the US, with only 400 units produced, making it a true Holy Grail collectible by any standard. The current median valuation sits at US$137,940, though without recent transaction data, this figure should be treated as a ceiling estimate rather than an active market price.
Liquidity for the XC Cobra is effectively nonexistent in tracked sales, with zero transactions recorded over the past year and no active listings currently available. This extreme scarcity means any pricing discovery relies on private sales or infrequent auction appearances, limiting transparency for buyers and sellers alike.
The classification as an appreciating classic reflects the model's rarity and historical significance rather than demonstrated market momentum. With no comparable sales data to establish a 12-month trend, prospective buyers should understand they are entering a market where precedent is thin and pricing heavily dependent on provenance, condition, and individual car history.
The paradox of the XC Cobra is that while its Holy Grail status is uncontested among enthusiasts, low recorded desirability in available inventory suggests either that examples rarely change hands or that asking prices substantially exceed what the market will bear. Without transactional evidence, any long-term valuation projection remains speculative.
For collectors pursuing XC Cobra examples, patience and direct-to-owner networking typically yield results faster than monitoring public marketplaces. The lack of liquidity data makes this a car for purists rather than financial speculators.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$137,940
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$1,070
- MaintenanceUS$3,220
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$7,510
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months0
Market Snapshot
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- Avg Mileage at Sale—
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- Total Sales Tracked0
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.