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Buick Grand National

1984–1987

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  • Lowest price

    US$20,900

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$84,150

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    US$115,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Buick Grand National

Based on 16 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$48,250

Market value · recent verified sales

-22.9%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 22.9% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$52,848

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$54,420

+13%

Market scores

48

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Buick Grand National has fallen to a median of $48,250, down 22.9 percent over the past year—a sharp reversal that signals caution in this segment. With only five transactions tracked in the last twelve months against a total sample of sixteen, the market is showing both weakness and thinness that warrants careful timing for sellers.

These cars are trading with an average mileage of 14,900 miles, suggesting that listed inventory tends toward lower-use examples. The low mileage norm reflects collector expectations for this appreciating classic tier, though the thin liquidity means finding a ready buyer at any given price point remains challenging.

Liquidity remains a structural weakness for the nameplate, with zero active listings currently on the market and only sixteen total sales across our tracking period. This scarcity of transaction flow makes pricing discovery difficult and can amplify volatility when sales do occur.

The high-confidence sell signal reflects both the near-term downward pressure and the thin market conditions that favor holders with patient capital over those seeking a quick exit. Current holders face a choice between accepting the recent markdown or waiting for stabilization.

Base projections show modest recovery ahead: values are expected to rise 9.5 percent over three years and 12.8 percent over five years, settling around $52,850 and $54,420 respectively. That modest upside does not compensate for the sharp decline already taken, making immediate action less attractive than a six-to-twelve month holding posture.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$48,250
  • Annual appr. rate-22.9%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked16
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared16 (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 Months8
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$75,494
  • Avg Mileage at Sale14,900 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$20,900 – US$115,500
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • US$68,200

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$20,900

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$45,500

    Bring a Trailer · 14 Jul 2026

  • US$80,500

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Jul 2026

  • US$25,500

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Jun 2026

  • US$41,800

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$48,250

    Bring a Trailer · 4 May 2026

  • US$115,500

    mecum · 4 Oct 2025

  • US$106,700

    mecum · 22 Mar 2025

  • US$88,000

    mecum · 13 Jul 2024

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