Encyclopedia / TAG Heuer / Carrera Chronograph 39 Glassbox
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 11:12 PM ET
$5,650 List $7,250
Save $1,600 (22%) · new · Jomashop
Ref. CBS2210.FC6534 · Availability per Jomashop
Brand new from a grey-market dealer (cheapest credible new option in the price comparison below). The warranty may be the dealer's, not the brand's. Price is $5,850 less a $200 Jomashop coupon. Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watchfinder | pre-owned | Yes | $4,595 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | new | Not stated | $4,696 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $5,650 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $5,800 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. CBS2210.FC6534, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Listed retail | $7,250 (dealers' listed retail) | jomashop.com |
| Grey-market new | $5,650 at Jomashop ($5,850 less a $200 coupon) | jomashop.com |
| Pre-owned (box and papers) | $4,595 at Watchfinder | watchfinder.com |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| CBS2210.FC6534 | 39 mm steel, black dial, leather strap, TH20-00 | $7,250 (listed retail) |
| CBS2210.BA0048 | Same watch on a steel bracelet (also listed at Jomashop) | Not checked |
Which one I'd pick
New vs pre-owned: new is $5,650 at Jomashop (with its $200 coupon); a pre-owned example with box and papers was $4,595 at Watchfinder. New gets you a fresh watch; pre-owned saves about $1,000 more.
Strap vs bracelet: the FC6534 is the leather-strap version. The bracelet BA0048 exists; compare refs before buying.
What to check before you buy
- Box and papers: a brand warranty card matters for resale. Grey-market new watches may carry the dealer's warranty instead of the brand's, so ask which one you're getting.
- Crystal: the domed sapphire is the point of this watch. Check it for chips at the edge.
- Fakes and red flags: avoid prices far below the grey-market numbers above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, clasp and warranty card.
Alternatives worth a look
- TAG Heuer Monaco: TAG Heuer's square racing chronograph. (39 mm stainless steel, Calibre TH20-00 (Heuer 02 family), retail $8,300 (CBL2111.FC6453, dealers' listed retail))
- Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional: The Moonwatch, below retail grey-market. (42 mm stainless steel, Calibre 3861, retail $7,800 (.001, hesalite, bracelet); $9,000 (.002, sapphire, bracelet))
- Zenith Chronomaster Sport: El Primero chronograph, 25% off today. (41 mm stainless steel, El Primero 3600, retail $12,300 (03.3100.3600/69.M3100, dealers' listed retail))
History
In 1962 Jack Heuer was at the Sebring race and heard about the Carrera Panamericana, the dangerous Mexican road race. He liked the name.
Heuer launched the Carrera chronograph in 1963, designed for racing drivers with a clean, legible dial.
The modern 39 mm 'Glassbox' takes its nickname from the domed crystal, and the CBS2210 runs on TAG Heuer's in-house TH20-00 automatic chronograph.
The race was the Carrera Panamericana, a 1950s Mexican road race.
Specifications
| Brand | TAG Heuer |
|---|---|
| Model | Carrera Chronograph 39 Glassbox |
| Key references | CBS2210.FC6534 |
| Launch year | 1963 |
| Case | 39 mm stainless steel |
| Movement | Calibre TH20-00, automatic chronograph |
| Power reserve | 80 hours |
| Water resistance | Not confirmed |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $7,250 (CBS2210.FC6534, dealers' listed retail) |
Specs from the brand's official product page for the main reference. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Domed 'Glassbox' sapphire crystal
- In-house TH20-00 movement
- Tachymeter on the flange
FAQ
How much is the TAG Heuer Carrera Glassbox 39?
Dealers list the CBS2210.FC6534 at $7,250 retail. It was $5,650 new at Jomashop ($5,850 less a $200 coupon) on Oct 19, 2026, 11:12 PM ET.
Where does the Carrera name come from?
From the Carrera Panamericana, a Mexican road race Jack Heuer heard about at Sebring in 1962. The watch launched in 1963.
Why is it called Glassbox?
For its tall, domed sapphire crystal.
What movement is in the CBS2210?
TAG Heuer's in-house TH20-00 automatic chronograph.
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