Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520 — Dealer Market Overview
Market overview for the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520. 29 verified auctions, 2.58/mo velocity, +10.8% trend.
Reference context
- Reference
- Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520
- Last updated
- 10/4/2026
- Source basis
- Published Mazalgo reference analysis, auction context, listing context, and available demand signals.
- Limitations
- Sparse references and fast-moving listings should be verified against current comps before a buy or sell decision.
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520 — Market Overview
Auction Performance
The 116520 has demonstrated strong secondary market performance with 29 verified auction sales averaging $20,631 (median $20,000). The $15,500–$27,000 range reflects condition and dial variation sensitivity. Notably, the model has appreciated +10.8% over the tracking period, signaling sustained collector interest in this pre-ceramic Daytona generation.
Demand Signal
WTB activity remains modest at 1 active lead in the past 30 days, suggesting demand is steady but not aggressive. This contrasts with the model's healthy 2.58/month auction velocity, indicating dealers and private sellers are the primary liquidity drivers rather than urgent buyer competition.
Dealer's Take
The 116520 is a core holding for serious dealers. High velocity (2.58/mo) ensures reliable exit liquidity, and the +10.8% trend confirms appreciation potential. However, the single WTB lead signals you'll need to source inventory actively rather than rely on inbound demand. Margin opportunity exists for sub-$17,000 acquisitions (targeting 80% of B3AF), but condition and dial authenticity are critical—dial variants can swing value by $3,000+. Risk: market saturation if supply increases; this reference lacks the scarcity premium of later ceramic models.
Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | |--------|-------| | Auction Avg | $20,631 | | B3AF Floor | ~$16,504* | | Velocity | 2.58/mo | | Trend | +10.8% | | WTB Demand | 1 lead |
*Estimated from auction data; eBay B3AF not provided.