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Lamborghini Diablo

1990–2001

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  • Lowest price

    US$291,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$467,500

    Since 2020 · n=8

  • Highest price

    US$2,425,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    8

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 8 lots

Based on 8 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatingmedium confidence

US$425,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+28.4%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

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

Median sold price up 28.4% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

8/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$843,889

+99%

5-Year Forecast

US$1,065,329

+151%

Market scores

58

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1998

    US$168,300-36%

    7 with · 5 without · med confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Lamborghini Diablo median value stands at $425,000 in the US market, up 28.4% year-over-year, though the modest sample of 12 sales in the trailing twelve months suggests caution when interpreting short-term moves. The HOLD signal reflects solid momentum tempered by moderate liquidity and desirability conditions that may not support aggressive appreciation from here.

With only eight total tracked sales in our database, the Diablo remains a car with thin trading volume relative to its collectibility tier. This moderate liquidity environment means buyers should expect longer search cycles, while sellers may need patience to find qualified bidders at peak valuations.

The Diablo's appreciating-classic status is well-earned given its production run of 2,884 units and a collectibility score of 8 out of 10, positioning it firmly in the upper echelon of 1990s supercars. Condition and spec matter considerably—the average mileage of 16,200 miles on transacted examples suggests the market favors well-preserved, lightly driven examples.

The three-year projection of $843,889 implies nearly 99% appreciation, while the five-year base case reaches $1,065,329—a 151% gain from today's median. This trajectory assumes steady demand for attainable flagship Ferraris and Lamborghinis, but rests on limited trading data and carries medium confidence.

The absence of active listings signals a tight supply dynamic, which typically supports valuations over the medium term. However, the moderate desirability rating and thin sales volume suggest this is a market where timing and specification matter more than broad momentum.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$425,000
  • Annual appr. rate+28.4%/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 tracked12
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared12 (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)US$3,420
  • MaintenanceUS$5,360
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$12,000
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months4
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$729,625
  • Avg Mileage at Sale16,200 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$291,500 – US$2,425,000
  • Total Sales Tracked8

Recent sales

Showing latest 8
  • US$533,500

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$725,000

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$2,425,000

    bonhams · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$828,000

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$330,000

    mecum · 16 Aug 2025

  • US$401,500

    mecum · 17 Aug 2024

  • US$302,500

    mecum · 14 Jan 2024

  • US$291,500

    mecum · 1 Apr 2023

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