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Ferrari 400i

1979–1985

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  • Lowest price

    US$44,750

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$62,000

    Since 2020 · n=3

  • Highest price

    US$104,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Ferrari 400i

Based on 3 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinglow confidence

US$62,000

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

9/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

US$69,010

+11%

5-Year Forecast

US$71,435

+15%

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Ferrari 400i has appreciated 25 percent over the past twelve months to a current median of $62,000, though this signal is tempered by an extremely limited transaction sample of just three sales tracked in the US market during that period.

The classification as an appreciating classic reflects the model's standing within Ferrari's lineup, though the collectibility score of 9 suggests this car occupies a rarified position in market perception relative to actual trading activity. With only 1,308 units produced across the model run, supply remains constrained.

Liquidity remains thin by any measure—three sales annually is scarcely enough to establish reliable pricing or assess true market depth. Prospective buyers or sellers should recognize that execution in this segment often depends on finding the right counterparty rather than relying on consistent market flows.

The base case projects appreciation to roughly $69,000 over three years and $71,400 over five years, representing incremental gains of 11 to 15 percent from current levels. This trajectory assumes stable collector interest and no structural shifts in the vintage Ferrari market.

Given the thinness of available transaction data and the wide confidence bands inherent in such small samples, the hold signal reflects the absence of compelling near-term directional conviction rather than weakness in the underlying asset. Market participants should approach this segment with patience and realistic expectations about pricing discovery.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$62,000
  • 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 tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (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$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months3
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$70,417
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$44,750 – US$104,500
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • US$44,750

    Bring a Trailer · 19 May 2026

  • US$62,000

    Bring a Trailer · 1 May 2026

  • US$104,500

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

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