Have you ever imagined paying R$ 200 thousand in a Chevrolet Chevette?
In Brazil, where the model is very popular and even valued in the classic car market, this may even make sense in some special cases.
But in the United States, where the small hatchback is remembered as one of the worst entry level cars in history, this news is even more surprising.
This situation occurred at an auction organized by Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida, in early 2025.
A Chevette from the model year 1987, with only 47 miles traveled (approximately 75 km), was sold for no less than US$ 33,000, the equivalent of R$ 200,000 at the current rate.
For comparison purposes, this value exceeds the price of 0 km models in Brazil, such as a Honda Civic Hybrid or one Toyota Corolla Cross well equipped.
But what led someone to invest so much money in such a controversial car?
The fact that someone pays R$ 200 thousand for a Chevrolet Chevette is, without a doubt, curious.
Models that were previously considered “simple” or “common” are becoming true collector’s items, driven by nostalgic appeal and the search for rarities.