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Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (1st gen)

1969–1969

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  • Lowest price

    US$770,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$1,100,000

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    US$1,430,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

Based on 3 verified auction results

HOLDStablelow confidence

US$1,210,000

Market value · recent verified sales

-1.4%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (-1.4%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

10/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

US$1,185,970

-2%

5-Year Forecast

US$1,178,414

-3%

Estimates based on 3 verified United States sales.

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Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The first-generation Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 trades at a median of $1.21 million, down 1.4 percent over the past year despite holding a "Holy Grail" collectibility designation. The HOLD signal reflects a market in equilibrium, though confidence in the trend remains low given the extremely thin sales activity.

Only three transactions have been tracked over the twelve-month period, underscoring the illiquidity that defines this segment. With zero active listings currently on the market, buyers seeking entry face extended search timelines and limited options for price discovery.

Production totaled just 69 units across the generation, establishing scarcity credentials that anchor long-term value. The classification as an appreciating classic confirms its status within institutional collections, though the "Moderate" desirability metric suggests the market has already priced in the rarity premium.

The three-year projection shows a modest decline to $1.19 million, with a five-year base case settling at $1.18 million, representing cumulative depreciation of roughly 2.6 percent. These forecasts assume continued stable market conditions without major shifts in collector demand or the broader economic environment.

Mileage data for transacted examples remains unavailable, limiting assessment of preservation patterns or condition premiums within this microscopic sales pool. The lack of comparative transaction detail makes fair-value calibration inherently difficult for prospective buyers entering this ultra-thin market.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$1,210,000
  • Annual appr. rate-1.4%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$9,650
  • MaintenanceUS$5,360
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$18,230
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through33%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$1,136,667
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price RangeUS$770,000 – US$1,430,000
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • US$1,430,000

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$770,000

    mecum · 20 May 2023

  • US$1,210,000

    mecum · 14 Jan 2018

Common questions

What is a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (1st gen) worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$1,210,000, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$770,000 to US$1,430,000.

Is the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (1st gen) going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United States median moved -1.4%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (1st gen)s are for sale right now?

No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.