Chevrolet Corvette value and depreciation
Known for factory right-hand-drive v8 supercar.
Projected value of a new Chevrolet Corvette
We class the Chevrolet Corvette as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | R 2 689 200 | R 2 366 496 |
| 3 years | 52% | R 1 874 977 | R 1 649 980 |
| 5 years | 35% | R 1 273 065 | R 1 120 297 |
| 7 years | 24% | R 852 841 | R 750 500 |
| 10 years | 13% | R 458 289 | R 403 294 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 3 600 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Sold officially in South Africa for the first time, the factory right-hand-drive C8 Stingray arrived in August 2025 through CVH Auto Group with the Z51 performance pack standard. Coupe pricing starts at R3.6 million and the convertible at R3.9 million. It is a halo car in tiny volumes rather than a mainstream Chevrolet.
What used Corvette years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Corvette | R 3 600 000 | R 3 168 000 | Details → |
| 2025 Corvette | R 2 549 005 | R 2 243 124 | Details → |
Corvette against its rivals
Chevrolet Corvette: common questions
What is a Chevrolet Corvette worth after 3 years?
A Chevrolet Corvette bought new today for R 3 600 000 is projected to be worth about R 1 874 977 after three years, which is 52% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 1 649 980.
Does the Chevrolet Corvette hold its value?
We class the Chevrolet Corvette as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
What would a Chevrolet Corvette cost per month?
Financing a new Chevrolet Corvette at R 3 600 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 62 922 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.