Ford Bantam value and depreciation
Known for tough sa-built half-ton bakkie.
Depreciation curve
We class the Ford Bantam as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 74% after three years and 62% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 86% |
| 3 years | 74% |
| 5 years | 62% |
| 7 years | 51% |
| 10 years | 38% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
South Africa's own half-ton bakkie, built at Silverton until 2011 with the final generation based on the Fiesta front end. Tradesmen and small businesses bought it to the very end, and used values stayed firm for years because Ford never replaced it. The 1.3 and 1.6 RoCam engines are simple and cheap to keep going.
Bantam against its rivals
Ford Bantam: common questions
Does the Ford Bantam hold its value?
We class the Ford Bantam as a strong mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 74% after three years and 62% after five. High-liquidity favourites every used dealer wants in stock. Around 72% retention after three years.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.