Chevrolet Corvette (C5) Market Values & Price History
The LS1 era with the rear transaxle layout. DriveIndex tracks 10 C5-generation Corvette models across model years 1997–2004, with market values from $14,289 to $88,310, built on 2,040 verified auction sales (data through Oct 9, 2026). 1094 are listed for sale. The median sale price across the generation is up 5.1% over the past 12 months versus the prior year. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself.
Data: DriveIndex. 2,040 verified auction sales across C5-generation Corvette models, latest sale Oct 8, 2026. Methodology
C5 Models & Values (10)
| Model | Years | Market Value | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Corvette Convertible | 1998199920002001200220032004 | $15,473–$24,092 | 772 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Coupe | 19971998199920002001200220032004 | $14,289–$26,603 | 646 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Z06 | 2001200220032004 | $31,747–$36,473 | 405 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Commemorative Edition | 2004 | $37,608 | 76 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 50th Anniversary Edition | 2003 | $28,309 | 58 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 50th Anniversary Edition | 2003 | $22,117 | 21 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Fixed Roof Coupe | 19992000 | $22,925–$23,450 | 21 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Commemorative Edition | 2004 | $26,189 | 17 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Indy Pace Car Edition | 1998 | $31,410 | 15 |
| Chevrolet Corvette Convertible by AAT | 20032004 | $55,850–$88,310No sale since Jan 2026 | 9 |
Chevrolet Corvette by Generation
Recent C5 Corvette Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | $14,600 | 53,000 mi |
| Oct 6, 2026 | $23,583 | 68,000 mi |
| Oct 5, 2026 | $39,000 | 38,000 mi |
| Oct 4, 2026 | $31,500 | 12,000 mi |
| Oct 1, 2026 | $16,500 | 69,900 mi |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $34,000 | 15,000 mi |
| Sep 28, 2026 | $20,750 | 39,000 mi |
| Sep 27, 2026 | $36,200 | 26,000 mi |
| Sep 26, 2026 | $32,250 | 36,000 mi |
| Sep 26, 2026 | $55,000 | 354 mi |
| Sep 25, 2026 | $23,250 | 19,000 mi |
| Sep 24, 2026 | $29,700 | 3,884 mi |
Verified results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
Every model above has a DriveIndex Value Signal showing whether it's appreciating, stable, or depreciating, its 1–5 year projection, and the best months to buy and sell.
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What years is the C5 Corvette?
DriveIndex tracks C5-generation Corvette cars across model years 1997–2004, spanning 10 distinct models.
How much is a C5 Corvette worth?
Market values for C5-generation Corvette models range from $14,289 to $88,310, depending on the model and specification. The median verified sale is $22,250, across 2,040 verified auction sales.
Are C5 Corvette sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
The median sale price of C5-generation cars is up 5.1% over the past 12 months compared with the prior year, based on verified auction sales. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself. Each model's Value Signal classification and 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Which C5 models does DriveIndex track?
10 C5-generation models including Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Z06, Corvette Z06 Commemorative Edition, Corvette Convertible 50th Anniversary Edition. Each has its own market value, price history, and recent sales on DriveIndex.