10 Classic Vehicles That Will Gain Value in 2025 According to Hagerty
Looking to make an investment that will pay off in the long run? Hagerty, a leading specialty insurance provider, has announced its 2025 Bull Market list, an annual collection of enthusiast cars and vehicles with the best potential to hold or increase in value in the coming year. The list is compiled using data from public and private sales, insurance valuations and historical trends.
“Whereas most of the things we need and want simply cost more with each passing day, many classic cars also tend to be worth more, meaning that when it comes time to sell, you stand a solid chance of recouping your investment and then some,” Hagerty explains. “That rising tide is one of the things that makes classic car ownership attainable to people from all walks of life.
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Below are the top 10 classic cars and SUVs likely to gain value in 2025 according to Hagerty, covering model years 1961 through 2013. In each case, the value listed is for an example in "excellent" condition (category 2).
1961-1964 Jaguar E-Type SI 3.8 Coupe – $182,800 USD
Up 14.2 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “If there’s one thing most car people can agree on, it’s that they would own an E-Type if one came along at the right price. The 3.8 doesn’t have the torque of the later, faster 4.2 but it spins more eagerly and snarls more aggressively. A genuine delight to drive, still causing hearts to throb wherever it goes. However, the E-Type is cramped for taller folks. And lots of old British machinery stuffed into a small space—what could possibly go wrong?”
2003-2013 Lamborghini Gallardo Six-Speed – $157,700 USD
Up 7.4 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “It’s wonderful to be reminded that owning a supercar wasn’t always just about 0–60 times, it was about the experience. We had forgotten what a good car the Gallardo is, fully modern yet all Lamborghini, with a bawling V-10 in the back and no turbos, incredible dynamics even by modern standards and the possibility of a manual. Lord help you if something actually breaks, and it’s not for those wishing to fly under the radar.”
1984-1990 Ford Bronco II – $15,500 USD
Up 4 percent since 2021.
Hagerty’s take: “Bronco IIs are still affordable compared with most other vintage trucks. The average age of an owner is continuing to drop, which is not the case for most vintage trucks of the era. These young collectors might be on to something. We love the rugged good looks, as well as the simple and easy-to-find componentry. Driving dynamics are, ahem, rustic. Also, finding a clean one can be challenging.”
1978-1983 Datsun 280ZX – $32,800 USD
Up 137.7 percent since depuis 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “When the 280ZX arrived in 1978, it didn’t really follow the same formula as its predecessor. It swapped the Z’s sporting nature for that of a grand tourer, with a suspension tuned for comfort and an interior made more civilized with cushy seats and extra sound insulation. For the next generation of enthusiasts, the 280ZX best fulfills Datsun/Nissan’s original mission of providing performance and surprising sophistication at an attainable price. Non-turbo cars deliver lackluster performance.”
1961-1972 Volvo P1800 – $44,200 USD
Up 47.8 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “The P1800 is easy to drive and feels more modern than it is. The P1800 has long been a cult classic. Recently, however, we note more people are cluing in to the Volvo’s merits. Millennials in particular are showing interest in the P1800 and tend to be willing to pay more for them than older collectors, according to our insurance data. We’re betting that trend will continue. In fact, we’re surprised the Swedish sports coupe took this long to catch on. Beware of the pokey engine and expensive restoration parts.”
2006-2008 Dodge Magnum SRT-8 – $32,600 USD
Up 39.3 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “The tank-like Dodge Magnum wasn’t called a wagon; its creators preferred “sports tourer.” Whatever you called it, the Magnum was cool, a turret-topped street bomb derived from the 2004 Chrysler 300C, a mobster in a pinstripe that was itself derived from the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. You can argue that the money was spent where it counts, beneath the skin, where the Magnum SRT-8 has legit credibility. And the Magnum is a one-of-one for its era, not only a wagon but an affordable rear-drive one at that. Except at the pump.”
1976-1989 Ferrari 400/412 – $59,900 USD
Up 50.9 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “Time and perspective have been kind to the 400’s styling. Some critics back in the day labeled the Pininfarina design dull and unexciting. Part of the 400’s appeal now is exactly that subtle, sleeper quality. When compared with the shouty, flashy exteriors of some of the car’s contemporaries, such as the Lamborghini Countach, the 400 still looks fresh and modern. The best way to experience the car is behind the wheel. The V12 makes fantastic sounds but is hamstrung by an automatic transmission.”
2002-2006 MINI Cooper S – $12,000 USD
Up 4.3 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “This car isn’t a consolation prize for price-conscious youths. It’s a blast to drive just about anywhere. The MINI is up there with the Ford GT as one of the most gracefully aging retro designs of all time. And besides, don’t you want a fun hatch that doesn’t say GTI on the back? Addictive supercharger noises abound even around town. Repairs and maintenance can be a hit.”
1997-2001 Honda Prelude – $17,400 USD
Up 87.1 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “To the uninitiated, the Honda Prelude was never more than a sexy Accord, but those who knew better appreciated it as a sharp handler that punched way above its price point. The latter view is, increasingly, holding sway today. As good examples of Honda’s sporty coupe become rarer, and millennials become more established in the market, expect prices to rise. Honda’s recently announced hybrid Prelude revival will, if nothing else, increase awareness for the older models.”
2002-2008 Mercedes-Benz G 500 – $53,200 USD
Up 15.2 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “The early 2000s models, which can be had in tip-top condition for well under a hundred grand, are rapidly gaining the attention of classic SUV enthusiasts. The G-Class has become a luxury staple and in some places a bit of a celebrity cliché. Yet to drive one is to understand instantly what makes it so appealing. Angular Germanic looks combine with unmatched off-road chops, but you’ll likely never use them. Also, the V8 is thirsty.”
1981-1983 DeLorean DMC-12 – $75,100 USD
Up 73.4 percent since 2019.
Hagerty’s take: “In the decades since the Back to the Future movies, the DeLorean has become a time machine of a different sort, as few other cars capture a moment in time as well as this gullwinged silver wedge does the 1980s. If you like a low, reclined driving position in supple leather seats, the DeLorean is your kind of ride. Just beware that when it’s time to open those doors and tumble out, there will likely be a crowd gathered to gape and ask questions. The DeLorean looks a whole lot faster than it really is. The rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive powertrain produces a modest 130 horsepower, but it is still plenty fun to drive, with nimble handling and a surprisingly comfortable ride. Some parts just aren’t available anymore.”
