Chevrolet Nova SS
1968–1972
Lowest price
US$16,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$77,000
Since 2020 · n=51
Highest price
US$852,500
Since 2020
Sold cars
51
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 51 lots

Based on 51 verified auction results
US$50,000
Market value · recent verified sales
-45.2%
12-month change
Wait or Sell
Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.
Median sold price down 45.2% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
5/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$13,489
-73%
5-Year Forecast
US$9,352
-81%
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Market scores
41
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Poor
10
Resale Outlook
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Built ≤ 1970
+US$116,960+152%26 with · 4 without · low confidence
Manual gearbox
+US$55,000+71%25 with · 22 without · high confidence
Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. 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 Chevrolet Nova SS median price stands at $50,000, down 45.2% over the past year—a sharp and consistent depreciation signal that warrants close attention from both buyers and sellers. With only one active listing and seven tracked sales in the last twelve months against a total historical database of 51 transactions, liquidity remains notably thin, meaning pricing moves on limited volume and exit timing can be challenging.
The Nova SS occupies the stable modern classic category, a designation that typically suggests moderate collectibility anchored by nostalgia and period significance rather than scarcity or investment fundamentals. The model's desirability rating remains moderate, indicating it holds appeal to a defined enthusiast base but has not achieved the broad-market momentum that drives premium valuations within its segment.
The 12-month depreciation trend points to a market correction in full motion. The $50,000 median reflects recent transaction activity, but the high-confidence sell signal and depreciating status suggest that asking prices have outpaced what actual buyers are willing to pay on the open market. For owners considering liquidation, waiting may only extend downside exposure.
Forward projections carry significant headwind. The base case model indicates a median of approximately $13,500 by year three—a 73% decline from current levels—and further compression to around $9,350 by year five, representing an 81% total depreciation from today's entry point. These estimates assume no improvement in desirability or market sentiment over the projection window.
Prospective buyers should recognize the thin trading environment means any purchase will likely be difficult to exit quickly at comparable prices. The combination of weak momentum, modest collectibility tier, and thin liquidity creates structural challenges for anyone treating this model primarily as a near-term hold.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$50,000
- Annual appr. rate-45.2%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked60
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared60 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$2,010
- StorageUS$3,220
- DepreciationUS$2,950
- Total annual costUS$8,780
For sale now · 1 live
All live dealsMarket Liquidity
- Active Listings1
- Sales Last 12 Months28
- Sell-Through55%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings1
- Avg Sale PriceUS$90,778
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$16,500 – US$852,500
- Total Sales Tracked51
Recent sales
Showing latest 20US$43,250
Bring a Trailer · 8 Oct 2026
automatic
US$49,500
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Sunset Orange · Automatic
US$68,200
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Black · Automatic
US$68,200
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Phantom Blue · Automatic
US$112,750
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Black · Manual
US$71,500
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Astro Blue · Automatic
US$90,000
Bring a Trailer · 25 Sept 2026
Autumn Gold · 4-speed manual
US$33,250
Bring a Trailer · 23 Sept 2026
3-speed automatic
US$34,000
Bring a Trailer · 12 Sept 2026
Dark blue · 4-speed manual
US$46,250
Bring a Trailer · 29 Aug 2026
turquoise · 4-speed manual
Common questions
What is a Chevrolet Nova SS worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$50,000, based on 7 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$16,500 to US$852,500.
Is the Chevrolet Nova SS going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United States median moved -45.2%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Chevrolet Nova SSs are for sale right now?
We track 1 live auction listing for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.
