Best Citroen SM Year to Buy
There is no single best Citroen SM year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 83 verified sales, the 1971 is the most affordable at $25,600. The 1973 trades most often (38 verified sales).
Data: DriveIndex. 3 model years with at least 10 verified sales each, latest sale Sep 9, 2026. Methodology
Citroen SM Value by Model Year
| Year | Value | Vs. original MSRP | Verified sales | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 SM | $29,587 | — | 38 | — |
| 1972 SM | $29,472 | — | 34 | — |
| 1971 SM | $25,600 | — | 11 | — |
Value is DriveIndex's market value for each year, from verified sales. “Vs. original MSRP” compares it with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation: 100% means it is worth exactly what it cost. Years with fewer than 10 verified sales are listed but not ranked.
Which SM year is appreciating?
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Best Citroen SM Year: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Citroen SM year to buy?
There is no single best Citroen SM year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 83 verified sales, the 1971 is the most affordable at $25,600. The 1973 trades most often (38 verified sales). The table on this page lists every model year with its market value, its value against its original MSRP and how many have sold.
Which Citroen SM year is the cheapest?
The 1971 Citroen SM is the most affordable year with enough verified sales to compare, currently valued at $25,600. The most valuable is the 1973, at $29,587.
How much is a Citroen SM worth?
Depending on the model year, a Citroen SM is worth from $25,600 to $29,587 today, based on verified sales. Mileage, condition and options move any single car's price; each year's page shows its recent sales.
Which Citroen SM year is appreciating?
This page shows what each year is worth and how that compares with its original price. Whether each year is appreciating, stable or depreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, which Pro members see for every year along with a 1–5 year projection.