1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible Market Value & Price History
The 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible has a current market value of $13,927 as of Oct 7, 2026, based on 3 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 3 verified USD sales between $13,200 and $14,000. Based on US sales through Jun 23, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 3 verified auction sales for the 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible, latest sale Jun 23, 2026. Value as of Oct 7, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2026 | $14,000 | 56,000 mi | Manual |
| Feb 26, 2021 | $13,780 | — | — |
| Mar 17, 2018 | $13,200 | — | Manual |
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How much is a 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible worth?
A 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible is worth approximately $13,927 as of Oct 7, 2026, based on 3 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Jun 23, 2026. All 3 verified USD sales fall between $13,200 and $14,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible cost new?
The 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible carried an original MSRP of $32,000. Verified examples now trade around $13,927.
How much has the 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible depreciated?
The 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible is worth about 56% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $32,000, and verified examples now trade around $13,927. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.
How many 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 3 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible sales in total.
Are 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible 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 1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Convertible. 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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