What a Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Is Actually Worth
True Value$35,400
Fair Range$31,200 - $39,700
Median Recent Sold$35,500
VerdictWATCH
As of July 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) is actually worth $35,400 (fair range $31,200 to $39,700). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 548 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Sellers are currently asking a median of $33,900 — about 4% below what these cars have actually been selling for.
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Summary
As of July 2026, the Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $28,495, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $15,000 and $39,900. Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have decreased 16.9% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $31,900 to $26,500.
The typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) on the market has 55,211 miles. Listings spend an average of 161 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Pricing
A fair price for a Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) in July 2026 is between $15,000 and $39,900 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $6,000 to $49,000 across 1,000 active listings.
Price Distribution (1,000 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$6,000
Budget / project cars
25th
$15,000
Below average price
Median (50th)
$28,495
Typical market price
75th
$39,900
Above average / premium
90th
$49,000
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $27,488, which is lower than the median, suggesting pricing is relatively symmetrical across the market.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
Under 10,000 mi
200
$26,995
10,000 - 25,000 mi
94
$29,000
25,000 - 50,000 mi
110
$29,997
50,000 - 100,000 mi
327
$29,000
100,000 - 150,000 mi
94
$14,550
Over 150,000 mi
29
$11,000
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Price Trends
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have decreased 16.9% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $26,500 across 3 sales, down from $31,900 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices are down 24.1% ($26,500 vs. $34,900 a year ago).
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2025-Q1
26
$42,900
$48,347
2025-Q2
171
$30,800
$35,477
2025-Q3
153
$34,900
$37,300
2025-Q4
248
$34,900
$39,307
2026-Q1
221
$34,100
$42,710
2026-Q2
178
$31,900
$38,994
2026-Q3
3
$26,500
$29,238
Best Value Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) by Model Year
The 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) offers the best value with a median price of $13,995 across 43 listings. The most expensive model year is 1971 at a median of $42,995.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1970
118
$42,000
$3,499
$54,995
1971
59
$42,995
$6,000
$54,995
1972
59
$39,000
$2,500
$54,995
1973
71
$39,900
$4,500
$55,000
1974
51
$24,750
$2,500
$54,995
1975
25
$20,000
$3,800
$45,495
1976
43
$13,995
$2,500
$34,425
1977
57
$18,995
$2,850
$47,995
1978
110
$22,500
$2,500
$49,995
1979
204
$25,894
$2,500
$53,000
1980
92
$24,900
$2,500
$54,995
1981
109
$22,500
$4,000
$54,900
How Mileage Affects Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Value
Most price guides assume value falls linearly with mileage. It doesn't. CarSearch.Pro learns the actual price-vs-mileage curve for the Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) from confirmed sales, referenced to a typical example at about 32,903 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
352 mi
1.27x
$45,025
4,391 mi
1.06x
$37,407
11,430 mi
0.96x
$33,916
21,408 mi
0.84x
$29,840
39,592 mi
1.07x
$37,885
64,485 mi
0.78x
$27,460
90,525 mi
0.70x
$24,650
136,900 mi
0.44x
$15,548
300,000 mi
0.37x
$13,192
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 352 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.27x the reference value. At the other end, 300,000-mile examples trade at about 0.37x. Implied values here are anchored to this market's True Value.
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Price Forecast
Horizon
Direction
Probability
Regime
Past Accuracy
6 months
↓ DOWN
53%
volatile
60% over 148 tests
12 months
↓ DOWN
54%
volatile
55% over 142 tests
24 months
↓ DOWN
54%
volatile
60% over 130 tests
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
Where to Buy a Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981)
The highest concentration of Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) listings is in MI with 137 active listings, followed by TX (104), CA (102), IL (76), FL (70).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in CA at $15,000, while NC has the highest at $55,000. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $40,000.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
MI
137
$29,900
TX
104
$39,500
CA
102
$15,000
IL
76
$46,500
FL
70
$36,900
GA
64
$28,500
WA
40
$38,500
AZ
35
$24,995
TN
31
$49,995
NC
26
$55,000
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Velocity
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) listings spend an average of 161 days on market. This is a slow-moving market. Listings tend to sit for extended periods, giving buyers significant negotiating power. Sellers should be realistic on pricing and patient.
The median time on market is 65 days. The lower median suggests most cars sell relatively quickly, while a smaller number of overpriced listings drag up the average.
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Buyer's Guide Summary
Fair price range: $15,000 to $39,900. The median is $28,495. Anything below $15,000 is a strong value; above $39,900 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending down: Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have dropped 16.9% recently. Patient buyers may benefit from waiting, but desirable examples still sell quickly.
Best value year: The 1976 model year has the lowest median price at $13,995, making it the most accessible entry point into Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) ownership.
Negotiate: With an average of 161 days on market, sellers are often willing to negotiate. Listings over 60 days old are especially open to offers.