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Ford GT40 (Mk1)

1964–1968

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  • Lowest price

    US$6,930,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$6,985,000

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    US$7,040,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Ford GT40

Based on 3 verified auction results

HOLDStablelow confidence

US$6,930,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+4.7%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

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

Prices have been flat (+4.7%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

10/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

US$8,217,153

+19%

5-Year Forecast

US$8,684,026

+25%

Estimates based on 3 verified United States sales.

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Good

60

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Ford GT40 Mk1 has settled at a median of $6.93 million, up 4.7 percent over the past twelve months, though the signal remains HOLD given modest transaction volume and price stability. Only three sales have tracked in the past year, making this one of the thinnest markets among collectible cars and limiting confidence in directional trends.

Production of just 31 examples secured the GT40 Mk1's standing as a "Holy Grail" collectible, and its motorsports pedigree and documented Le Mans history ensure sustained appeal among serious collectors. The car's legendary status appears insulated from broader market volatility, though current desirability metrics suggest the market is not currently overheated.

The scarcity of transactions reflects both the car's rarity and the selective ownership pool. With no active listings and minimal annual turnover, pricing discovery remains difficult; buyers and sellers in this segment typically negotiate privately based on documented provenance and condition rather than relying on transparent market signals.

The base projection calls for a rise to $8.22 million over three years and $8.68 million over five years, representing cumulative appreciation of roughly 19 and 25 percent respectively. These gains assume stable collector demand and no material changes to the car's cultural or investment positioning, but the low confidence rating reflects the thinness of the data underlying these estimates.

The lack of mileage information across transacted examples is typical for cars of this tier, where originality, racing history, and documentation matter far more than odometer readings. For investors or collectors considering entry, the principal risk is illiquidity—the narrow buyer pool means patience will likely be required at both purchase and sale.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$6,930,000
  • Annual appr. rate+4.7%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$55,410
  • MaintenanceUS$5,360
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$63,990
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 PriceUS$6,270,000
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$4,840,000 – US$7,040,000
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • US$7,040,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

  • US$6,930,000

    mecum · 14 Jan 2024

  • US$4,840,000

    mecum · 20 Aug 2016

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