2025 in review: a record year for collectors and the road ahead
Published on Dec 30, 2025 at 10:06 AM | By Alessandro Renesis
2025 has been a ride for SBX Cars.
From jaw-dropping auction highs to a surge in new faces joining our global community, this year felt like the collector car world hit the accelerator and never looked back.
At SBX Cars, we’ve had a front-row seat to it all – and honestly, we’re buzzing with gratitude and excitement.
This isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the passion, the stories, and the connections that make collecting so addictive.
The year the market roared with record-breaking momentum
2025 will go down as one of the strongest years ever for the supercar market and collector cars overall.
Total auction and online sales for collectible cars surged 10 percent to a staggering $4.8 billion.
Online auctions alone hit $2.5 billion, outpacing live events for the second year running and selling over 50,000 vehicles — a 6 percent jump.
The real headline? Seven-figure collector cars shattered records, crossing the $1 billion mark in total auction sales for the first time ever, with an average price of $3 million.
We saw modern supercars stealing the spotlight: a 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 (a charity lot) hammered at $26 million during Monterey Car Week, while rarities like the Gordon Murray S1 LM set new benchmarks for new cars at auction, fetching over $20 million.
Even classics like a 2005 Maserati MC12 Stradale soared to $5.2 million, and 1990s icons – think Ferrari F50s, McLaren F1s, and Koenigseggs – proved they’re now prime collecting territory.
At SBX Cars, we rode this wave with pride.
Our platform saw explosive growth in listings, global reach, and bidder engagement.
From ultra-rare Bugattis like the one-of-one La Voiture Noire to exclusive consignments that reached our massive audience, we helped connect passionate buyers and sellers like never before.
Digital bidding made it seamless for collectors worldwide to join in – no matter where they were.
This momentum isn’t slowing; it’s proof that the luxury car market is more dynamic and accessible than ever.
What defined 2025 – the human side of collecting
Beyond the big numbers, 2025 was about something deeper: the shift from pure ownership to pure experience.
Collectors aren’t just buying metal and horsepower anymore – they’re chasing stories, heritage, emotion, and community.
Cars became time capsules, status symbols, and rolling pieces of art that spark conversations and create memories.
Through SBX Stories, we’ve amplified this human side, bridging cars to culture, lifestyle, and innovation.
We’ve shared tales of legendary drives, hidden gems, and the people behind the machines – from heritage icons to boundary-pushing prototypes.
We’ve watched the collector world evolve right in front of us: more diverse, more global, more expressive.
Families sharing garage moments, creators documenting their journeys, entrepreneurs turning passion into portfolios – it’s inspiring.
This year reminded us why we do this: because a great car isn’t just transport; it’s a feeling that connects us all.
The rise of new collectors – from tech to TikTok
One of the most thrilling parts of 2025?
The influx of younger buyers – millennials, Gen Z, crypto success stories, content creators, and global entrepreneurs – flooded into the space.
They’re comfortable with digital platforms, drawn to modern supercars from the 1990s and 2000s, and they value experience over tradition.
We’ve seen this shift firsthand at SBX: from crypto enthusiasts diversifying into tangible assets to TikTok creators turning their love for exotics into viral stories.
These new collectors are proving that passion for cars transcends generations and borders.
They’re more inclusive, more tech-savvy, and they’re expanding what ‘collecting’ means.
If anything, they’re fueling the fire, making the community bigger, bolder, and more vibrant.
Here are some standout modern supercars that captured imaginations in 2025 – timeless designs meeting cutting-edge performance.
These beasts aren’t just cars; they’re the future of collecting in motion.
The road ahead – 2026 and beyond
Looking forward, I’m more optimistic than ever.
The collector car outlook 2026 is electric – literally and figuratively.
Expect the rise of hybrid hypercars and electrification to reshape the high-end space.
We’re already seeing limited-production plug-in hybrids and full electrics from the likes of Ferrari, Porsche, and emerging players gain collector status for their innovation and exclusivity.
Experiential ownership will dominate: think shared adventures, digital integrations like AI-driven valuations and AR showrooms, and communities that go beyond the garage.
Online platforms will continue to grow, making rare finds accessible to more people.
The future of collecting is more connected – and more personal – than ever.
At SBX Cars, we’re gearing up to lead this charge, blending storytelling with seamless tech to bring the world’s rarest cars to you.
A personal note from Alex
To everyone who’s been part of this journey – thank you.
From the SBX community members bidding from Dubai to Dubai, London to LA, to the sellers trusting us with their treasures: your energy drives everything.
2025 was a massive year for SBX Cars, but it’s your passion that makes it real.
We’re just getting started.
In 2026, expect even more groundbreaking listings, exclusive stories, and ways to connect.
Let’s keep pushing the limits together.
The passion for cars is timeless — and together, we’re redefining what it means to collect.
Here’s to 2026: more stories, more speed, and more community.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just discovering the thrill, the road ahead is wide open.
Drive safe, dream big, and I’ll see you out there.
