Chevrolet Nova

1975 to 1979 · Sedan

A 1975 Chevrolet Nova cost $3,262 new. Over the past 12 months, 2 have sold publicly at a median of $8,053. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $8,900. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $7,600 to $21,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

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Shifty Estimate

$8,900

Medium confidence · $8K to $20K

Median · 12 mo: $8,053
Sales · 12 mo: 2
Original MSRP: $3,262Up 173% since new

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Sold$7,600 · Bring a Trailer · Nov 2025

The market

Every recorded 1975 Chevrolet Nova sale, by date and price

Aug 2026 · Hagerty Marketplace

$8,505 · 89,500 mi · Dark Blue

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7 sales · 3 unsoldmedian $8.1kupdated Aug 2026

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The newest 1975 Chevrolet Nova sales with photographs

Sold $13,000

1977 · Blue · 30,000 mi

Aug 24, 2025 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $19,250

1976 · Orange · 34,000 mi

Jun 30, 2025 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $11,749

1977 · Orange · 53,000 mi

May 27, 2024 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $15,500

1976 · Yellow · 19,000 mi

Jan 6, 2024 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $9,300

1976 · Black · 32,000 mi

Oct 16, 2023 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $7,700

1977 · Yellow

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Specifications

Engine: Inline-6, 4.1L
Power: 105 hp
Torque: 185 lb-ft
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: RWD
Original MSRP: $3,262

Common questions

How much does a Chevrolet Nova cost?

What is a 1975 Chevrolet Nova worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $8,900. We rate confidence medium: 2 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.

How many Chevrolet Nova have sold?

Shifty has 9 public sales of the Chevrolet Nova on file. The earliest was on Oct 16, 2023.

What is the most expensive Chevrolet Nova sold?

The highest public sale on file is $21,000, with 36,000 mi.

What has a Chevrolet Nova sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$8,505Aug 31, 2026Dark Blue · 89,500 mi
$7,600Nov 14, 2025Black · 42,000 mi
$13,000Aug 24, 2025Blue · 30,000 mi

About the 1975 Chevrolet Nova

The 1975-1979 Chevrolet Nova represents the final chapter of the third-generation X-body platform, marking a transitional period as emissions regulations strangled muscle car performance. While the base Nova may seem pedestrian, these years offer compelling collector opportunities for enthusiasts seeking affordable entry points into classic Chevrolet ownership. The '75-'76 models retained the distinctive dual round headlights and clean body lines that defined the Nova's aesthetic peak, while '77-'79 versions featured revised rectangular headlights. Under the hood, options ranged from the economical 250 inline-six to the 350 V8, though power outputs were significantly reduced from earlier years. Production numbers were substantial, making parts availability excellent today. Smart collectors focus on original V8 examples, particularly '75-'76 models with the cleaner front-end design. These Novas offer classic muscle car proportions and proven mechanicals at accessible prices, making them ideal candidates for restoration or tasteful modification projects.