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Chevrolet Impala (3rd gen)

1961–1964

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  • Lowest price

    US$23,027

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$84,700

    Since 2020 · n=59

  • Highest price

    US$159,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    59

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 59 lots

Chevrolet Impala

Based on 59 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$84,700

Market value · recent verified sales

-3.8%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -3.8%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$77,560

-8%

5-Year Forecast

US$75,427

-11%

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Market scores

59

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

40

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1962

    +US$8,122+10%

    36 with · 17 without · high confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    −US$5,823-7%

    24 with · 24 without · high confidence

  • Hardtop included

    +US$5,500+6%

    3 with · 57 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The third-generation Chevrolet Impala has settled at a median of $84,700 in the current market, down 3.8% over the past twelve months. With a "bottomed out" status and a high-confidence buy signal, this segment appears to have found support after recent weakness.

Transaction flow remains moderate, with thirteen sales tracked over the past year against a broader sample of fifty-nine total transactions. This level of activity suggests adequate liquidity for serious buyers, though the market is hardly voluminous—dealers and collectors should expect selective rather than immediate buyer interest.

The third-gen Impala occupies the appreciating classic tier with a collectibility score of 6, reflecting its cultural significance and intermediate production volume. Moderate desirability underpins the segment; these cars appeal to a defined enthusiast base rather than commanding broad demand across collector segments.

The near-term outlook remains cautious, with base projections calling for a decline to $77,560 by year three and $75,427 by year five—representing cumulative depreciation of 8.4% and 10.9% respectively. This trajectory suggests the current market level may offer modest downside risk but should not be mistaken for appreciation runway in the conventional sense.

The absence of active listings signals either low turnover or selective availability, which typically supports price stability but may complicate sourcing for buyers seeking specific examples or configurations. Collectors evaluating entry points should view current levels as defensive positioning rather than anticipating near-term gains.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$84,700
  • Annual appr. rate-3.8%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked65
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared65 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$670
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,900
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months27
  • Sell-Through46%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$88,297
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price RangeUS$23,027 – US$159,500
  • Total Sales Tracked59

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$88,000

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$52,800

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$66,000

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$47,300

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$44,000

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$50,600

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$57,200

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$45,100

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$121,000

    mecum · 26 Sept 2026

  • US$45,000

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Aug 2026

Common questions

What is a Chevrolet Impala (3rd gen) worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$84,700, based on 13 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$23,027 to US$159,500.

Is the Chevrolet Impala (3rd gen) going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United States median moved -3.8%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Chevrolet Impala (3rd 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.