What a Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Is Actually Worth
True Value$34,700
Fair Range$30,500 - $38,900
Median Recent Sold$35,400
VerdictWATCH
As of August 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) is actually worth $34,700 (fair range $30,500 to $38,900). 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.
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Summary
As of August 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 $27,500, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $13,000 and $39,995. Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have decreased 4.4% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $33,995 to $32,500.
The typical Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) on the market has 53,483 miles. Listings spend an average of 139 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 August 2026 is between $13,000 and $39,995 (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
$13,000
Below average price
Median (50th)
$27,500
Typical market price
75th
$39,995
Above average / premium
90th
$49,000
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $27,222, 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
228
$29,975
10,000 - 25,000 mi
103
$26,000
25,000 - 50,000 mi
103
$30,000
50,000 - 100,000 mi
334
$28,995
100,000 - 150,000 mi
105
$12,000
Over 150,000 mi
25
$12,000
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Price Trends
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have decreased 4.4% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $32,500 across 120 sales, down from $33,995 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices are down 7.1% ($32,500 vs. $34,995 a year ago).
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2025-Q3
128
$34,995
$37,261
2025-Q4
216
$34,900
$38,756
2026-Q1
238
$34,900
$43,009
2026-Q2
298
$33,995
$43,161
2026-Q3
120
$32,500
$39,874
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 $7,500 across 43 listings. The most expensive model year is 1970 at a median of $42,000.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1970
132
$42,000
$2,500
$56,990
1971
72
$39,999
$6,000
$55,999
1972
48
$39,996
$3,499
$55,995
1973
77
$38,999
$3,500
$55,995
1974
53
$26,995
$2,650
$54,995
1975
25
$16,000
$2,500
$45,495
1976
30
$15,995
$2,500
$34,425
1977
43
$7,500
$2,500
$47,995
1978
113
$19,750
$2,500
$55,000
1979
192
$24,194
$2,500
$51,998
1980
93
$21,900
$2,500
$54,995
1981
122
$25,000
$2,500
$53,995
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 32,678 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
361 mi
1.25x
$43,252
4,289 mi
1.04x
$36,150
11,445 mi
1.06x
$36,728
21,328 mi
0.85x
$29,475
39,610 mi
1.07x
$37,153
64,166 mi
0.78x
$26,975
90,346 mi
0.72x
$25,045
136,900 mi
0.45x
$15,572
300,000 mi
0.37x
$12,870
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 361 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.25x 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 149 tests
12 months
↓ DOWN
54%
volatile
54% over 143 tests
24 months
↓ DOWN
54%
volatile
60% over 131 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 142 active listings, followed by CA (117), TX (103), FL (92), IL (82).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in CA at $14,500, while IL has the highest at $51,998. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $37,498.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
MI
142
$29,995
CA
117
$14,500
TX
103
$38,000
FL
92
$37,000
IL
82
$51,998
GA
59
$20,000
WA
37
$16,750
AZ
37
$18,000
NC
35
$49,995
TN
35
$46,995
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) Market Velocity
Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) listings spend an average of 139 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 75 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: $13,000 to $39,995. The median is $27,500. Anything below $13,000 is a strong value; above $39,995 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending down: Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) prices have dropped 4.4% recently. Patient buyers may benefit from waiting, but desirable examples still sell quickly.
Best value year: The 1977 model year has the lowest median price at $7,500, making it the most accessible entry point into Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation, 1970-1981) ownership.
Negotiate: With an average of 139 days on market, sellers are often willing to negotiate. Listings over 60 days old are especially open to offers.