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1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible: market value and price history

1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible Market Value & Price History

The 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible has a current market value of $214,500 as of Oct 1, 2026, based on 6 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 6 verified USD sales between $129,800 and $275,000. Based on US sales through May 16, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.

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Market Value
$214,500
Sales through May 2026
Median Sale
$176,000
Price Range
$129,800 – $275,000
Auction Sales
6
Avg Mileage
76,944
Original MSRP
$5,027

Data: DriveIndex. 6 verified auction sales for the 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible, latest sale May 16, 2026. Value as of Oct 1, 2026. Methodology

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Recent 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible Auction Results

SoldPriceMileageGearbox
May 16, 2026$275,00076,944 miAutomatic
Jan 19, 2019$129,800—Automatic
Oct 21, 2017$137,500—Automatic
Jan 19, 2013$187,000—Manual
Jan 18, 2013$165,000—Automatic
Jan 21, 2006$232,200——

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1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible: Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible worth?

A 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible is worth approximately $214,500 as of Oct 1, 2026, based on 6 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through May 16, 2026. All 6 verified USD sales fall between $129,800 and $275,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.

How much did a 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible cost new?

The 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible carried an original MSRP of $5,027. Verified examples now trade around $214,500.

How much has the 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible depreciated?

It hasn't depreciated. The 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible is worth about 4167% more than its original MSRP of $5,027, with verified examples now trading around $214,500. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.

How many 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible sell per year?

1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 6 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible sales in total.

Are 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?

There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1970 Shelby GT500 Convertible. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.

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