Why do some vehicle values increase while others decrease? Additionally, certain vehicles, such as exotics or rarer body styles, are worth more when in excellent condition than in fair condition. Considerations like original parts availability, reproduction parts costs, and overall market demand, among others, go into this valuation. Some models require more time and money to restore. When determining the difference in values between conditions, factors such as restoration costs and market demand are important. Why is there a large gap between the "Fair" and "Excellent" values on some vehicles?Ĭondition is a key factor for collector vehicles. So, when someone appears to be a "purist", there is good reason: it all has to do with the value of the vehicle as an industry standard, not just their opinion. I have included the FAQs that explain these from the Kelley Blue Book below. You must remember that their are circumstances that can add and detract from these values. You can see that the values do increase over time.
They actually list Patrols for the years 1965, 1966 - 19 - 1969, but since the values of all of them are the same I will only list one year.
KELLY BLUE BOOK COLLECTOR CAR BOOK UPDATE
I will update this table with the current published value as long as I can maintain a subscription. These values are the opinion of the staff and management of Kelley Blue Book and are derived at after careful study of information we deem reliable however, we assume no responsibilities for errors or omissions. We do not address Customized Cars or Street Rods. (1 being best.)Ĭertain equipment and packages, exceptionally low mileage cars in excellent original condition, or cars completely restored to "show" quality that are trailered, may increase values shown substantially. Excellent condition for a car that is or can be actually driven on the street. (1 being best.)īeautiful original condition, or excellent restoration, showing no wear. (1 being best.)Ĭlean original, or older restoration, showing normal wear and tear. Running car, needs complete cosmetic and some mechanical restoration.