After an 8-year absence, the Camaro returned for its 5th generation in 2010. Its design was heavily inspired by the 1969 model and a 2006 concept car, proving to be a massive sales success for Chevrolet. Built on the Australian-developed Zeta platform, it offered independent rear suspension and a choice of V6 or V8 engines, immediately reigniting the pony car war with the Ford Mustang.
While V6 and standard SS models are plentiful, collector interest centers on the high-performance variants. The ZL1, introduced in 2012, packed a 580 hp supercharged 6.2L LSA V8 and magnetic ride control, making it a formidable street and track machine. Even more exclusive is the Z/28 from 2014-2015. It featured the 7.0L LS7 V8 from the C6 Z06, carbon-ceramic brakes, and an obsessive focus on weight reduction, making it one of the best-handling muscle cars of its era.
The market for these cars is broad. Early V6 models are very affordable, often trading for under $20,000. The average sale price of around $36,000 reflects the large volume of SS and V6 cars sold. However, special editions carry a significant premium, with low-mileage ZL1s commanding strong prices and the limited-production Z/28 consistently selling for the most money.
Buying Tips
- V6 models with the 3.6L LLT engine (2010-2011) can suffer from stretched timing chains; listen for a rattling noise on cold starts.
- Check for authenticity on special editions like the Z/28 and ZL1. The Z/28 is particularly unique with its LS7 engine, specific aero, and lack of fog lights.
- Interior plastics on early cars can show scratches and wear easily. Check the driver's seat bolsters for tearing, especially on cars with aggressive sport seats.
- Test the MyLink infotainment system on 2013+ models, as it can be slow to respond. Also, confirm that the ignition key recall was performed on affected cars.
Prices range from affordable V6 models to over $121,000 for top-spec Z/28 variants.
22,623 Chevrolet Camaro 5th Gen vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 9003 currently live. Sold prices range from $500 to $8,500,000.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
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