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Chevrolet K5 Blazer

1969–1994

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  • Lowest price

    US$8,600

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$88,000

    Since 2020 · n=93

  • Highest price

    US$239,250

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    93

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 93 lots

Chevrolet K5 Blazer

Based on 93 verified auction results

HOLDStablehigh confidence

US$107,800

Market value · recent verified sales

-2.0%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (-2.0%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$102,889

-5%

5-Year Forecast

US$101,375

-6%

Market scores

68

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Hardtop included

    US$64,744-74%

    6 with · 87 without · med confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    US$59,126-67%

    4 with · 77 without · low 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 K5 Blazer market is holding at a median of $107,800, though prices have slipped 2 percent over the past year, signaling a stabilization phase rather than momentum. With 23 transactions logged in the last twelve months across a broader sample of 93 tracked sales, the market shows consistent but measured activity—enough data to establish clear trends without excessive volatility.

These vehicles typically turn up with 58,900 miles on the odometer, reflecting the broad mix of well-used examples and lower-mileage specimens that define the first-generation Blazer collector market. Condition variance remains significant across the segment, with restoration quality and originality driving meaningful price separation at the margin.

The K5 Blazer sits in the appreciating classic tier with a collectibility score of 6, indicating genuine appeal among enthusiasts but not yet the rarefied status of blue-chip collectibles. High desirability and moderate liquidity suggest these trucks attract steady buyer interest, though the moderate liquidity rating means buyers should expect 30- to 90-day selling windows rather than immediate absorption at asking price.

The three-year outlook projects a base decline to $102,889—roughly a 4.6 percent depreciation from current levels—with the five-year picture extending that trend to $101,375, or 6 percent lower. These projections reflect soft but sustained headwinds rather than a sharp correction, consistent with the broader market's steady-state pricing.

At current levels with a HOLD signal, the K5 Blazer presents a fair entry for buyers attracted to the platform's design and community support, though appreciation potential over the near term appears limited. The stable classification and high confidence rating underscore that this is a mature, well-understood segment with few surprises ahead.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$107,800
  • Annual appr. rate-2.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked93
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared93 (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$870
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$7,310
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months50
  • Sell-Through54%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$90,474
  • Avg Mileage at Sale58,900 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$8,600 – US$239,250
  • Total Sales Tracked93

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$22,000

    Bring a Trailer · 19 Aug 2026

  • US$146,500

    Bring a Trailer · 19 Aug 2026

  • US$104,500

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$11,500

    Bring a Trailer · 14 Aug 2026

  • US$80,000

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$28,000

    cars-and-bids · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$35,500

    Bring a Trailer · 2 Aug 2026

  • US$8,600

    Bring a Trailer · 1 Aug 2026

  • US$22,000

    Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026

  • US$51,700

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

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