Aston Martin Valkyrie to Head to Auction in November
A rare Valkyrie coupe is set to reach the auction block with an expected sale price of up to £2.4 million.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Performance Vehicles
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RM Sotheby's is listing a rare Aston Martin Valkyrie, number 81 of only 150 units produced, for auction in November 2026. The high-performance vehicle has traveled only 300 kilometers since its initial delivery to an owner in Japan.
Why it matters
This auction serves as a barometer for the resale value of exclusive hypercars, as the expected sale price falls below the model's original base cost of £2.5 million before taxes.
The vehicle features a 6.5-liter Cosworth V12 engine and includes nearly £235,000 in custom options, such as £40,000 matte black magnesium wheels. This specific unit has recorded only 300 kilometers of road use.
The players
Aston Martin
A British manufacturer of luxury sports cars and grand tourers that developed the Valkyrie model.
RM Sotheby's
A prominent international auction house that specializes in the sale of high-value collector vehicles.
The details
The car was originally commissioned through the Q by Aston Martin customization program. Its upcoming sale follows a similar auction last year where a purple carbon fiber Valkyrie sold for £2.22 million.
Timeline
The vehicle will head to auction in November 2026.
A comparable Valkyrie sold for £2.22 million in 2025.
Roadmap
The sale reflects a shifting secondary market where hypercars with significant custom options may face depreciation relative to their original bespoke commissions. This positioning underscores the fluctuating collector demand for track-focused road cars against rival manufacturers in the limited-run segment.
Potential collectors should note that even highly optioned vehicles with minimal mileage may command prices below the original starting MSRP. Buyers should prepare for potential premiums beyond the bid price including auction house fees and import duties.
The takeaway
Collectors tracking the high-end vehicle market should look for trends in how bespoke configurations impact final auction results. Minimal mileage does not guarantee an appreciation in value for limited-production hypercars in the current economic climate.
Further reading
Explore more high-performance collector cars in our Performance Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Carscoops.
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