11 Models That Will Gain Value in 2021 According to Hagerty
Every year, Hagerty publishes a list of vehicles that are the most likely to gain value in the next year and beyond. The company knows quite a few things about value since it specializes in classic-car insurance.
Among the models to watch for in 2021 are two SUVs and even a motorcycle. Check out our photo gallery to see the entire list!
2011-2012 Lexus LFA
Interest in and quotes for the LFA have been rising, as have its values, up 18% last year and 43% since 2018. They are also starting to change hands more frequently: Since 2019, more have appeared at auctions than all the previous years combined.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $558,000–$582,000 USD.
2006-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8s are increasingly sought after, with price guide values up an average of 15% from 2018 to 2020. They’re also becoming harder to find in good condition.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $29,500–$36,600 USD.
1984-1991 Ferrari Testarossa
Hagerty has seen moderate growth in interest among both boomers and millennials for Ferrari’s 1980s icon. Price guide values dropped 3.7% from 2018 to 2020, but they have rebounded over the past year by 8.6%. Interest from investors appears to be picking up again.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $96,000–$108,000 USD.
2005-2017 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
The baby Aston has consistently outperformed the trend in year-over-year value growth. And it appeals to the young, with quotes up 50% among millennials. The fact that its replacement was turbocharged may be helping buyers appreciate the older model, too.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $45,000–$52,500 USD.
1964-1970 Honda S600/S800
Japanese cars long ago hit the collector car mainstream and became “expensive.” The Honda S600/800 is rare, but the number of Hagerty policies is up 38% and values are up 8%. The prices keep rising, even as the number of cars changing hands is also increasing.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $29,500–$38,500 USD.
1980-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia
These are becoming popular additions to collections. Among Hagerty customers, Vanagon Campers added to collections of five or more cars grew by 25% in the last year. Syncro models command a premium, with the average #2 condition Syncro Camper bringing 43% more.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $27,000–$36,000 USD.
2005-2006 Ford GT
While GT values have been pretty much flat the past two years, Hagerty has seen above-trend interest from three generations of buyers, including boomers, Gen Xers, and millennials. Born of boomer nostalgia, it appears to be a design that transcends age brackets.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $337,000–$395,000 USD.
2000-2006 Audi TT Quattro
Hagerty has seen an increase of 58% in quoted Audi TTs among boomers, even as the car draws interest from younger generations. Notably, the number of people checking out TT values using the Hagerty Valuation Tool was up 175% over the past six months.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $10,500–$16,000 USD.
1948-1954 Jaguar XK 120
A few years ago, this seminal sports car fell from grace in the market—but that drop only served to bring out the enthusiasts who recognize the Jag as a great deal, especially in #3 condition. Quote interest from Gen Xers is up by a third since 2019.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $121,500–$144,000 USD.
1969 Honda CB750
Car collectors are also going for old CB750s, with the number of bikes in collections of five or more cars growing 13% in the past year. Millennials are nuts for these bikes, too, meaning their values are not due strictly to boomer nostalgia. That bodes well for their future.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $32,000–$37,500 USD.
1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80
Quotes are up 74% from 2019 to 2020 and 162% from 2018 to 2020. What’s more, millennials hold 35% of them, and their numbers rise every year, with Gen Xers accounting for 46% of quotes. Quote values, too, are up 26% from 2018 to 2020. Off-roaders are hot, and these are still relatively cheap.
A unit in #2 condition (excellent but not perfect) is estimated by Hagerty at $23,500–$37,000 USD.