Thinking about pulling the trigger on a C8 Corvette but sweating the potential drop in value? Kelley Blue Book just dropped some good news that might help you relax: America’s sports car got listed in KBB’s 2025 best resale value awards.

KBB released its 2025 Best Resale Value Awards, and – surprise, surprise – the Corvette nabbed the top spot in the Sports Car category. That makes it six years in a row, covering every year the mid-engine C8 has been around. It’s a winning streak that started right after the last front-engine C7 missed the top spot in 2019.

But wait, there’s more. The Vette didn’t just win its class; it also cracked KBB’s overall “Top 10 Cars” list for resale value. Landing on that list is a big deal – it means KBB thinks the Corvette resale value is better than 95% of all new 2025 vehicles after five years on the road. It’s hanging out with known value giants like the Toyota Tacoma (which actually snagged #1) and the Porsche 911.

Let’s talk numbers. Based on extensive data analysis considering factors like quality, market trends, and past performance, KBB predicts the 2025 Corvette will likely retain an impressive 61 percent of its original sticker price after five years of typical ownership (including 75,000 miles).

That percentage was good enough for second place overall, just behind the legendary value-holder, the Toyota Tacoma, which clocked in at 64.1 percent.

This matters because, let’s face it, depreciation often hits hardest in the first few years of owning a new car. KBB even calls it “the greatest expense incurred by drivers” during that time. This award shows the C8 Corvette fights that trend way better than most, making it less of a financial hit than many other flashy rides.

So, while the C8 Corvette continues to turn heads with its performance and style, this consistent recognition from KBB adds another compelling reason to consider one. It’s peace of mind knowing that your investment in driving fun is also holding its ground exceptionally well in the market.