Vector M12

1996 to 1999 · Coupe · Limited edition · 17 built

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Shifty Estimate

$423,000

Low confidence · $317K to $529K

Sold median: Too few sales to call
Market cap: $7.19M · 17 built
Original MSRP: $184,000Up 130% since new

Collectible

Sold$423,000 · Gooding & Company · Aug 2026

The market

Every recorded 1996 Vector M12 sale, by date and price

Aug 2026 · Gooding & Company

$423,000

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1 saleupdated Aug 2026

Specifications

Engine: V12, 5.7L
Power: 500 hp
Torque: 420 lb-ft
0 to 60: 4 s
Top speed: 192 mph
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Curb weight: 3,219 lb
Production: 17 built
Original MSRP: $184,000

Common questions

How much does a Vector M12 cost?

A 1996 Vector M12 cost $184,000 new. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $423,000. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $317,250 to $528,750, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 1996 Vector M12 worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $423,000. We rate confidence low: 1 public sale in a year is not enough to be firm, and the honest range is wide. Treat it as a starting point, not a valuation.

Is a Vector M12 a good investment?

It has appreciated 130% against its $184,000 list price. Only 17 were built.

What has a Vector M12 sold for at auction?

The most recent public sale we have on file:

$423,000Aug 15, 2026

About the 1996 Vector M12

The M12 represents Vector's attempt at redemption after the troubled W8, featuring a more conventional Lamborghini-sourced 5.7-liter V12 instead of the earlier car's problematic twin-turbo setup. With only 17 examples completed, the M12 is extraordinarily rare, making it one of the most exclusive American supercars ever produced. The design retained Vector's distinctive wedge profile while incorporating more refined details and improved build quality. Despite the impressive 500-horsepower output and 192 mph capability, the M12 arrived too late to save Vector from financial difficulties. Today, these represent the ultimate in American supercar rarity, with their extreme scarcity driving values among collectors who appreciate their unique place in automotive history. The M12's combination of exotic powerplant and distinctive styling makes it a fascinating footnote in supercar evolution.