Chevrolet Nova

1962 to 1965 · Sedan

A 1962 Chevrolet Nova cost $2,038 new. Over the past 12 months, 24 have sold publicly at a median of $35,625. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $35,900. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $6,100 to $170,500, depending on mileage, color, and history.

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Shifty Estimate

$35,900

High confidence · $13K to $55K

14.8% over 12 months

Median · 12 mo: $35,625
Sales · 12 mo: 24
Original MSRP: $2,038Up 1662% since new

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Sold$25,000 · Bring a Trailer · Sep 2026

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Every recorded 1962 Chevrolet Nova sale, by date and price

Sep 2026 · Bring a Trailer

$25,000 · 4,000 mi · Adobe Beige/Autumn Gold

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44 sales · 23 unsoldmedian $36kupdated Sep 2026

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The newest 1962 Chevrolet Nova sales with photographs

Sold $60,500

1965 · MAROON

Sep 12, 2026 · Barrett-Jackson

Sold $51,150

1964 · Red

Sep 11, 2026 · Barrett-Jackson

Sold $33,000

1962 · Blue

Sep 11, 2026 · Barrett-Jackson

Sold $50,000

1962 · Gray · 1,900 mi

Sep 7, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $35,250

1963 · Red · 3,000 mi

Aug 14, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $7,400

1964 · Red · 72,000 mi

Jul 29, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Other Nova generations

Specifications

Engine: Inline-6, 2.5L
Power: 120 hp
Torque: 160 lb-ft
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Original MSRP: $2,038

Common questions

How much does a Chevrolet Nova cost?

What is a 1962 Chevrolet Nova worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $35,900, up 14.8% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 24 public sales in a year gives a firm read.

Is a Chevrolet Nova a good investment?

It has appreciated 1662% against its $2,038 list price. Values are up 14.8% over the past 12 months. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $6,100 to $170,500, and mileage explains most of that.

How many Chevrolet Nova have sold?

Shifty has 45 public sales of the Chevrolet Nova on file. The earliest was on Apr 25, 2023.

What has a Chevrolet Nova sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$25,000Sep 24, 2026Adobe Beige/Autumn Gold · 4,000 mi
$60,500Sep 12, 2026MAROON
$51,150Sep 11, 2026Red

About the 1962 Chevrolet Nova

The first-generation Chevrolet Nova represents one of GM's most successful compact car launches, though calling it a sports car stretches the definition. Built on the new X-body platform, the Nova replaced the troublesome Corvair as Chevy's compact entry. The clean, Bill Mitchell-influenced styling aged gracefully, while the 194-cubic-inch inline-six provided reliable motivation. What makes early Novas collectible today is their transformation potential, these cars became the foundation for countless muscle car builds thanks to their robust chassis and engine bay that easily accommodated small-block V8s. The SS versions, introduced in 1963, offered factory performance with 283 and later 327 V8s. Production exceeded 1.8 million units across four years, making survivors relatively affordable entry points into the collector market. Clean, original examples are increasingly sought after, while modified versions showcase the platform's versatility that made it a favorite among hot rodders for decades.