1996 Ford Mustang Market Value & Price History
The 1996 Ford Mustang has a market value of $13,980, based on 12 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with half of the verified USD sales since 2006 between $12,100 and $16,775. No comparable sale since Jul 21, 2022, so this value may not reflect today's market. 23 are listed for sale from $11,000 to $43,725.
Data: DriveIndex. 12 verified auction sales for the 1996 Ford Mustang, latest sale Jul 21, 2022. Methodology
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Last checked Oct 6, 2026, unless a listing shows its own date
Recent 1996 Ford Mustang Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2022 | $14,000 | 29,672 mi | Manual |
| Dec 10, 2021 | $14,500 | 83,900 mi | Automatic |
| Jun 11, 2021 | $12,100 | — | Automatic |
| Dec 8, 2018 | $14,300 | — | Manual |
| Oct 6, 2018 | $12,100 | — | Manual |
| Jun 23, 2018 | $10,450 | — | Automatic |
| Jan 10, 2017 | $12,100 | — | Manual |
| Jan 22, 2015 | $33,000 | — | Manual |
| Jan 17, 2014 | $19,250 | — | Manual |
| Dec 5, 2013 | $16,775 | — | Manual |
| May 17, 2012 | $28,600 | — | Manual |
| Apr 29, 2006 | $12,305 | — | — |
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How much is a 1996 Ford Mustang worth?
A 1996 Ford Mustang is worth approximately $13,980, based on 12 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No comparable sale since Jul 21, 2022, so this value may not reflect today's market. Half of all verified sales fall between $12,100 and $16,775; the full verified range is $10,450 to $33,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1996 Ford Mustang cost new?
The 1996 Ford Mustang carried an original MSRP of $15,180. Its DriveIndex market value is $13,980. No comparable sale since Jul 21, 2022, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How much has the 1996 Ford Mustang depreciated?
The 1996 Ford Mustang is worth about 8% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $15,180, and its DriveIndex market value is $13,980. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No comparable sale since Jul 21, 2022, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How many 1996 Ford Mustang sell per year?
DriveIndex has tracked 12 1996 Ford Mustang sales at auction.
Are 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Where can I buy a 1996 Ford Mustang?
DriveIndex lists 23 1996 Ford Mustang for sale, priced from $11,000 to $43,725 (last checked Oct 6, 2026). DriveIndex aggregates for-sale listings and auction results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
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