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Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

1947–1955

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$80,300

    Since 2020 · n=89

  • Highest price

    US$154,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    89

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 89 lots

Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

Based on 89 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$45,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-50.3%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 50.3% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$10,092

-78%

5-Year Forecast

US$6,685

-85%

Market scores

68

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Manual gearbox

    US$52,697-66%

    17 with · 58 without · high confidence

  • Built ≤ 1953

    US$3,772-5%

    47 with · 24 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Chevrolet 3100 Pickup has experienced a sharp collapse in valuation, dropping from approximately $91,000 to a median of $45,500 over the past twelve months—a decline of 50.3 percent that signals a reversal in collector appetite. The SELL signal is warranted given both the recent magnitude of loss and the trajectory ahead.

This reversal is particularly notable for a truck classified as an appreciating classic, suggesting that the broader market enthusiasm that once supported these vehicles has deteriorated significantly. The high collectibility score of 6 reflects the truck's historical appeal and design merit, but sentiment has clearly shifted away from the segment.

Liquidity remains moderate across the tracked market, with 23 transactions recorded over the past year out of 89 total sales in the database. This trading volume is sufficient to move cars, though not robust enough to absorb large positions without material price concessions.

The baseline projection for the next three years is severe: values are expected to fall to approximately $10,092, representing an additional 77.8 percent decline from current levels. The five-year outlook deteriorates further to $6,685, or 85.3 percent below today's median, suggesting this correction may be structural rather than cyclical.

Sellers facing inventory should prioritize liquidity at current asking levels rather than hold for recovery, as the data indicates sustained downward pressure. Prospective buyers may see opportunity only if entries align with the projected floor, though the magnitude of expected decline warrants caution on near-term purchases.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$45,500
  • Annual appr. rate-50.3%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked92
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared92 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months37
  • Sell-Through42%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$78,391
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,500 – US$154,000
  • Total Sales Tracked89

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$14,250

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026

  • US$27,000

    Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026

  • US$72,000

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Jul 2026

  • US$25,250

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Jul 2026

  • US$16,750

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Jul 2026

  • US$27,500

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$71,500

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$62,700

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$45,100

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$65,450

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.