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Used Chevrolet Camaro ZL1: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 from 2012 to 2024, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $38,000 to $115,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2012–2015, 2018–2024. Look harder at or skip 2017.
2017–2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
A supercharged eight-cylinder Camaro on the Alpha chassis, with Magnetic Ride and serious track ability.
Years to target: 2018–2024. Look harder at or skip: 2017. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $56,000 | Look harder | Not rated | ~80,000 |
| 2018 | $60,500 | Target | Not rated | ~70,000 |
| 2019 | $67,500 | Target | Not rated | ~60,000 |
| 2020 | $75,000 | Target | Not rated | ~55,000 |
| 2021 | $76,500 | Target | Not rated | ~45,000 |
| 2022 | $91,500 | Target | Not rated | ~40,000 |
| 2023 | $100,500 | Target | Not rated | ~30,000 |
| 2024 | $115,500 | Target | Not rated | ~20,000 |
Worth knowing
- 2017: owner complaints spike (188, mostly the steering).
- Running costs are high, the cabin is cramped with poor visibility, and some cars saw heavy track use.
- Performance cars like this usually cost much more to insure than an average car, often 30% or more. Get a quote before you buy.
- Budget for real running costs: performance tires often cost $1,200 to $2,000 a set and can wear out in 15,000 miles, and brakes cost more to replace.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for a 2018 or newer ZL1 1LE with the manual for adjustable dampers and extra aero, or a 10-speed automatic coupe for daily use.
On the test drive
Check tire and brake wear for signs of track days, and on automatics feel for torque converter shudder. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
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2012–2015 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
A supercharged eight-cylinder Camaro with Magnetic Ride Control, giving the fifth-generation car real track ability.
Years to target: 2012–2015. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $38,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2013 | $42,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~110,000 |
| 2014 | $46,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~100,000 |
| 2015 | $50,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~95,000 |
Worth knowing
- It is heavy with poor visibility, supercharger and clutch upkeep add cost, and many have been modified.
- Performance cars like this usually cost much more to insure than an average car, often 30% or more. Get a quote before you buy.
- Budget for higher running costs: summer performance tires cost about $700 to $1,200 a set and wear quickly, and brakes cost more than on a regular car.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for a 2014 or 2015 car for the refreshed styling and improved aero, and favor unmodified manual cars with service records.
On the test drive
Listen for supercharger rattle at idle and check for clutch slip and signs of modifications or track use. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus RC F 2016–2019 · $39,000–$47,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.