A used Honda Civic: Why did Michael Jackson's estate claim his image was worth $2,105 in its fight with the IRS? - The Economic Times
The issue was all about how much Jackson's name, image, and likeness rights were worth when he died. Jackson's estate initially valued his image and likeness rights at just $2,105 in its 2009 estate tax return. It also gained attention because it was comparable to the price of a used Honda Civic.