1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra Market Value & Price History
The 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra has a current market value of $22,513 as of Sep 30, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $13,251 and $35,000. Based on US sales through Jul 16, 2026. 2 have sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra, latest sale Jul 16, 2026. Value as of Sep 30, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | $35,000 | 44,000 mi | — |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $22,000 | 36,571 mi | — |
| Jul 10, 2025 | $13,251 | 69,000 mi | Manual |
| Sep 22, 2023 | $19,800 | 99,471 mi | Automatic |
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1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra worth?
A 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra is worth approximately $22,513 as of Sep 30, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Jul 16, 2026. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $13,251 and $35,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra cost new?
The 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra carried an original MSRP of $5,638. Verified examples now trade around $22,513.
How much has the 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra depreciated?
It hasn't depreciated. The 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra is worth about 299% more than its original MSRP of $5,638, with verified examples now trading around $22,513. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.
How many 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra sell per year?
2 have sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 4 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra sales in total.
Are 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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