What a Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Is Actually Worth
True Value$31,400
Fair Range$27,600 - $35,200
Median Recent Sold$34,800
VerdictWATCH
As of October 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) is actually worth $31,400 (fair range $27,600 to $35,200). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 466 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 $30,600 — about 3% below what these cars have actually been selling for.
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Summary
As of October 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 $27,000, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $13,500 and $41,900. Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have increased 12.2% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $32,900 to $36,900.
The typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) on the market has 46,867 miles. Listings spend an average of 162 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 October 2026 is between $13,500 and $41,900 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $6,000 to $52,995 across 1,000 active listings.
Price Distribution (1,000 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$6,000
Budget / project cars
25th
$13,500
Below average price
Median (50th)
$27,000
Typical market price
75th
$41,900
Above average / premium
90th
$52,995
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $28,339, which is higher than the median, indicating that high-priced outliers (rare specifications, very low mileage, or concours-quality examples) pull the average up.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
Under 10,000 mi
255
$34,667
10,000 - 25,000 mi
100
$29,000
25,000 - 50,000 mi
107
$28,000
50,000 - 100,000 mi
306
$26,500
100,000 - 150,000 mi
103
$12,000
Over 150,000 mi
24
$11,000
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Price Trends
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have increased 12.2% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q4, the median sale price was $36,900 across 12 sales, up from $32,900 in 2026-Q3.
On a year-over-year basis, Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices are up 5.7% ($36,900 vs. $34,900 a year ago).
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2025-Q4
208
$34,900
$38,835
2026-Q1
236
$34,100
$42,870
2026-Q2
309
$34,000
$43,414
2026-Q3
235
$32,900
$39,711
2026-Q4
12
$36,900
$45,752
Best Value Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) by Model Year
The 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) offers the best value with a median price of $14,900 across 40 listings. The most expensive model year is 1971 at a median of $45,000.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1970
117
$44,995
$3,250
$64,900
1971
92
$45,000
$2,600
$64,000
1972
56
$40,995
$6,000
$62,100
1973
61
$40,298
$2,500
$64,995
1974
52
$25,900
$2,650
$59,900
1975
27
$16,906
$3,000
$45,495
1976
24
$15,995
$2,500
$34,425
1977
40
$14,900
$2,500
$47,995
1978
112
$20,000
$2,700
$55,000
1979
177
$23,900
$2,500
$57,995
1980
111
$19,995
$2,500
$54,995
1981
129
$25,180
$2,500
$64,900
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 34,240 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
333 mi
1.18x
$37,095
4,190 mi
1.04x
$32,517
11,229 mi
1.05x
$32,998
21,188 mi
0.84x
$26,379
39,362 mi
1.05x
$32,881
64,475 mi
0.77x
$24,239
90,551 mi
0.74x
$23,088
136,900 mi
0.47x
$14,819
300,000 mi
0.31x
$9,823
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 333 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.18x the reference value. At the other end, 300,000-mile examples trade at about 0.31x. 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
↑ UP
47%
volatile
59% over 151 tests
12 months
↓ DOWN
54%
volatile
53% over 145 tests
24 months
↓ DOWN
55%
volatile
59% over 133 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 154 active listings, followed by TX (105), CA (102), FL (101), IL (69).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in CO at $10,500, while TN has the highest at $45,995. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $35,495.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
MI
154
$26,000
TX
105
$38,000
CA
102
$12,835
FL
101
$37,997
IL
69
$32,367
GA
52
$28,000
AZ
34
$28,900
WA
34
$15,000
TN
31
$45,995
NY
30
$27,500
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Velocity
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) listings spend an average of 162 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 73 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: $13,500 to $41,900. The median is $27,000. Anything below $13,500 is a strong value; above $41,900 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending up: Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have risen 12.2% recently. Buying sooner may save money if the trend continues.
Best value year: The 1977 model year has the lowest median price at $14,900, making it the most accessible entry point into Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) ownership.
Negotiate: With an average of 162 days on market, sellers are often willing to negotiate. Listings over 60 days old are especially open to offers.