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How much was a Camaro in 1986?

In 1986, the Chevrolet Camaro was a popular sports car that carried a suggested retail price of around $10,000 to $15,000, depending on the specific model and options. The Camaro was a well-known and affordable sports car that appealed to a wide range of buyers in the mid-1980s.


Factors Affecting the Price of a 1986 Camaro


The price of a 1986 Chevrolet Camaro was influenced by several factors, including the model, engine, and optional features. The base model Camaro with a 2.8-liter V6 engine had a suggested retail price of around $10,000, while the more powerful Camaro Z28 with a 5.0-liter V8 engine could cost upwards of $15,000.


Additional features and options, such as power windows, power locks, air conditioning, and upgraded stereo systems, could also increase the price of a 1986 Camaro. The specific trim level and the dealer's pricing also played a role in the final cost of the vehicle.


Comparing Prices Across Camaro Models



  • Base model Camaro with 2.8-liter V6 engine: Approximately $10,000

  • Camaro Z28 with 5.0-liter V8 engine: Approximately $15,000

  • Camaro with additional options and features: Prices could range from $12,000 to $18,000


The 1986 Chevrolet Camaro was a popular and affordable sports car that offered a range of models and options to suit different budgets and preferences. The price of a 1986 Camaro was influenced by the specific model, engine, and optional features, with the base model starting around $10,000 and the more powerful Z28 variant costing up to $15,000.

What was the MSRP for a 1987 Camaro?


Prices ranged from $10,409 for the base Sport Coupe, of which 83,890 were sold, to $13,233 for the Z28, which found 52,863 buyers. A mere 263 Sport Coupe convertibles were built at $15,208 and only 744 Z28 ragtops at $17,632 – only half the price of a Corvette convertible.



How much was a gallon of milk in 1986?


1986: $1.08
Dairy farmers saw the cost of milk drop another cent to $1.08 per gallon in 1986.



What was the MSRP for a 1983 Camaro?


Three models were offered: The Camaro Sport Coupe attracted 63,806 buyers, with prices starting at $8,036; the Berlinetta drew 27,925 orders from $9,881 and the Z28 found 62,650 enthusiasts at prices from $10,336.



What is the rarest Camaro ever?


One of the rarest Camaros ever made, the 1969 427 Yenko.



How much did a 1984 Camaro cost new?


Prices ranged from the Sport Coupe, based at $7,995, to the Berlietta at $10,895 and the Z28 at $10,620. The 1984 Camaro would be the last to get the base 4-speed manual gearbox, and it was only available with the 92hp, 151 cid four-cylinder engine.



What was the number one selling car in 1986?


Chevrolet Celebrity
1986: Chevrolet Celebrity — 408,946 units sold.



How much was a 1986 Camaro brand new?


The Sport Coupe started at $9,349, the Berlinetta at 12,316 and the Z28 for the same price. The '86 Camaro Berlinetta continued on as a victim of GM's fascination with digital dashboards, which were unpopular as well as problematic.



How much did a new car cost in 1986?


Surprisingly, the average price for a new car was only $9,255, compared to today's $33,560. The most purchased car was the Ford Escort, with 1,607,999 registered in 1986.



What year Camaro is most valuable?


The most expensive Camaros to sell at auction, by generation

  • 1st Gen: 1969 Camaro ZL1 COPO Coupe, $1,094,500.
  • 2nd Gen: 1970 Camaro RS Z/28 Coupe, $137,500.
  • 3rd Gen: 1990 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible, $102,300.
  • 4th Gen: 1997 Camaro SS 30th Anniversary Coupe, $95,700.
  • 5th Gen: 2011 Camaro SS Indy Pace Car Convertible, $148,500.



How much did a Camaro cost in 1985?


A total of 180,018 Chevrolet Camaros were sold in 1985, with 3,318 four-cylinder models, 78,315 V-6s and 98,385 V-8s. The base 88hp, 151 cid four-cylinder Sport Coupe started at $8,363. The 135hp, 173 cid V-6 Berlinetta Coupe started at $11,060. The 165hp, 305 cid V-8 Z28 also at $11,060.


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