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1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL: market value and price history

1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL Market Value & Price History

The 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL has a market value of $17,600, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $10,500 and $22,750. No sale since Apr 20, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.

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Market Value
$17,600
No sale since Apr 2025
Median Sale
$18,575
Price Range
$10,500 – $22,750
Auction Sales
4
Avg Mileage
21,600
Original MSRP
$10,495

Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL, latest sale Apr 20, 2025. Methodology

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Recent 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL Auction Results

SoldPriceMileageGearbox
Apr 20, 2025$14,65047,000 miManual
Feb 27, 2024$22,75025,000 miManual
Oct 5, 2023$22,5009,000 miManual
Jun 7, 2017$10,5005,400 miManual

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1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL: Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL worth?

A 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL is worth approximately $17,600, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Apr 20, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $10,500 and $22,750. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.

How much did a 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL cost new?

The 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL carried an original MSRP of $10,495. Its DriveIndex market value is $17,600. No sale since Apr 20, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.

How much has the 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL depreciated?

It hasn't depreciated. The 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL is worth about 68% more than its original MSRP of $10,495, with a DriveIndex market value of $17,600. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No sale since Apr 20, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.

How many 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL sell per year?

DriveIndex has tracked 4 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL sales at auction.

Are 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL 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 1981 Mazda RX-7 GSL. 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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