Toyota Sera

The Toyota Sera is a product of Japan's 'bubble era,' built from 1990 to 1995 exclusively for the domestic market. Based on the humble Starlet platform, the Sera's main attraction isn't performance but its wild design. It features a glass canopy and distinctive butterfly doors that pivot up and forward from the A-pillar, a design that famously inspired Gordon Murray's work on the McLaren F1.

Collectors prize the Sera for its unique JDM character and show-stopping doors. It's an affordable and attention-grabbing entry into classic Japanese car ownership. While its 1.5-liter 5E-FHE engine isn't powerful, the driving experience is defined by the panoramic visibility offered by its glass roof, creating an atmosphere unlike almost any other car.

The market for the Sera is small but growing as more cars become eligible for import into the U.S. With an average sale price just under $10,000, it remains an accessible novelty car. The best examples with low mileage and fully functional doors command a premium, but even those rarely exceed $15,000.

Based on 15 recent sales, prices range from $4,850 to $14,751.