Classic Convertibles for Sale

A convertible top changes everything — the sound of the engine, the smell of the road, the connection to the experience. Classic convertibles carry a consistent premium over their hardtop equivalents, and for good reason: they're rarer (factory build rates were lower), they're more enjoyable on a summer evening, and they photograph better at shows. Browse current convertible listings below — muscle, pony cars, luxury cruisers, and European roadsters.

Chevrolet Corvette (367) Ford Mustang (364) Chevrolet Camaro (250) Chevrolet Chevelle (232) Chevrolet Bel Air (200) Ford Thunderbird (194) Chevrolet Impala (137) Chevrolet El Camino (114) Pontiac Firebird (74) Pontiac GTO (59) Oldsmobile Cutlass (58) Ford Fairlane (43)

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1957 Ford Fairlane

$55,495 16,000 miles

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1975 Chevrolet Corvette

$30,995

San Luis Obispo, CA

1969 Chevrolet Camaro

$59,999 $79,990

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1967 Ford Mustang

$72,995 2,000 miles

New Braunfels, TX

1969 Plymouth Road Runner

$38,500

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1976 Chevrolet Corvette

$21,995 105,000 miles

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1979 Chevrolet Corvette

$16,100

Lakewood (Washington), WA

1970 Chevrolet Camaro

$5,000

Frequently asked questions

They can, particularly around the top well and the floor areas beneath it. Water intrusion from a deteriorating top seal will rot the floor pan and trunk floor over time. Inspect these areas carefully, particularly on cars stored outdoors or in humid climates. A UV light can sometimes reveal past water staining on carpets and upholstery.

Lower production numbers (factories built far fewer convertibles than coupes), higher desirability at shows and among collectors, and the simple fact that they're more enjoyable to drive on a nice day. The premium varies by model — on highly collectible muscle cars it can be enormous; on more common cars it's more modest.

Something with an active owner community, widely available parts, and a wide price range — a first-gen Mustang convertible, a mid-60s Chevelle SS convertible, or an early Camaro all fit this description. Avoid ultra-rare examples until you've learned the market. Parts availability matters enormously for a car you plan to drive.

Check for cracking, fading, or brittleness in the fabric or vinyl. Look at the seams and the rear window (plastic windows cloud and crack over time; glass is better). Check the well liner. Operate the top through a full cycle if it's a power top — any hesitation, grinding, or incomplete movement signals hydraulic or motor issues. A good top with no leaks is worth hundreds at resale.

Manual tops are more reliable and easier to repair — there's no hydraulic system to fail or motor to burn out. Power tops are more convenient and were a sought-after factory option, which can add value on the right model. On a daily driver or a car you'll use heavily, manual is the practical choice. On a show car or investment piece, a working power top is part of the original specification and should be maintained.

In rough order: 1967–1969 Camaro RS/SS and Z/28 convertibles, 1964–1966 Mustang convertibles (especially K-code), 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda convertible (Hemi version is among the rarest and most valuable American cars), 1967–1972 Chevelle SS convertibles, 1961–1967 Corvette roadsters, and early Thunderbird (1955–1957) convertibles.