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Nissan Silvia (S13)

1988–1994

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  • Lowest price

    US$11,600

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$14,500

    Since 2020 · n=3

  • Highest price

    US$15,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Nissan Silvia

Based on 3 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$14,500

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$15,882

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$16,354

+13%

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Nissan Silvia S13 currently trades at a median of $14,500 in the US market, with modest appreciation projected at 9.5% over three years and 12.8% over five years.

Transaction volume remains minimal, with only three sales tracked over the past 12 months, reflecting thin liquidity in this segment. This low activity level means both buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and limited negotiating leverage at any given moment.

The S13 sits in the collectible tier with moderate desirability, supported by its status as an appreciating classic. While production figures are not available, the model's profile as a Japanese sports car from the late 1980s and early 1990s positions it within a growing collector interest category, though it has not yet achieved the scarcity premium of higher-tier investment vehicles.

Cars transacting in this market average approximately 123,550 miles, suggesting that examples in the secondary market tend toward higher mileage even as they enter collector hands. Condition variation likely plays a significant role in individual pricing given the thin sales sample and the model's age.

The modest price appreciation forecast reflects steady but incremental collector value growth, with prices expected to rise roughly $1,400 to $1,850 over the next five years. This outlook is consistent with the S13's current positioning as a collectible with room for recognition among enthusiasts, though not yet commanding the sustained demand that would drive more aggressive valuation curves.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$14,500
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked5
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared5 (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$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
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$13,700
  • Avg Mileage at Sale123,550 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$11,600 – US$15,000
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 4 May 2026

  • US$11,600

    cars-and-bids · 30 Apr 2026

  • US$14,500

    Bring a Trailer · 24 Apr 2026

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