Values for homologation specials from the 1980s and ’90s are up significantly since the beginning of lockdown last year, according to the latest update to UK Hagerty Price Guide.
Reportedly, homologation specials are in great demand amongst a 45-65-year-old audience, and this has translated into rising prices. The Ford Sierra RS Cosworth is one such rising star, adding an average of £20,200 to its value over the year, with both Bonhams and Silverstone Auctions recently valuing examples for £75,000.
Meanwhile, the Audi Quattro Sport – that’s the shortened Group B homologation special one – had a value of £265,000 a year ago. Today, that’s £284,000 and the very top, concours examples are valued at up to a whopping £404,000.
Another riser is the iconic Lancia Delta HF Integrale. Rewind to…