A loaded Corvette ZR1X convertible at George Nunnally Chevrolet in Arkansas is listed at $696,445. The sticker price of the car is $296,445, and the dealer added a $400,000 line item on top.

Motor1’s Brian Potter covered the listing on November 6 in a report that first traced back to MotorBiscuit. The photo was credited to @abomination81 on X.

A $400,000 Line Item Called An “Exclusive Market Value Adjustment”

The dealer calls the extra charge an “Exclusive Market Value Adjustment.” On the listing for the ZR1X 3LZ convertible, it adds $400,000 to an MSRP of $296,445.

For perspective, 2027 pricing lists the ZR1X 1LZ coupe at $227,695 before tax, title, license and dealer fees. The markup alone is nearly double the base car’s entire sticker.

The 2027 ZR1X 1LZ convertible is listed at $237,695, a $10,000 step above the coupe.

What The ZR1X Actually Is

The ZR1X pairs the ZR1’s twin-turbocharged LT7 V8 with a dedicated front electric drive unit. According to Chevrolet, the result is 1,250 hp and all-wheel drive.

Prices have moved quickly. The 2026 ZR1X 1LZ coupe started at $207,395 including destination, and the 2027 coupe rose to $227,695, with a further $300 increase across the lineup.

That kind of horsepower is rare for any production car, which helps explain why collectors and speculators are paying attention.

“Limited Production” But Not A Numbered Edition

The listing describes the car as built in strictly limited production quantities from Bowling Green Assembly. Chevrolet has not designated the ZR1X a numbered or limited special edition, and its materials do not cap how many reach dealers.

That detail matters for buyers. A truly capped run can support high resale values, while a car that Chevrolet can keep building may not hold a huge premium once supply catches up.

The Dealer Says It Is Simply The Market

A statement from the dealer says market adjustments reflect “authentic real-time secondary and primary market demand.” In plain terms, the dealer argues that buyers are willing to pay.

Markups on hot Corvette trims are nothing new. Motor1 points to the 2025 Z06 as an earlier example.

Chevrolet and its dealers are separate businesses. Dealers set their own prices, which is why two stores selling the same car can ask very different amounts.

Why The Corvette Is Such A Magnet For Markups

Corvette has been built at the Bowling Green Assembly plant in Kentucky since the early 1980s, and it has built a loyal following over seven decades. The current mid-engine design arrived for the 2020 model year, and the performance versions have been in high demand ever since.

The ZR1X sits near the top of that range, with 1,250 hp from a combination of a twin-turbocharged V8 and an electric front drive unit. For collectors who want the fastest and rarest Corvette, the temptation to pay extra is strong.

That demand is exactly what dealers point to when they add a market adjustment. Whether buyers will keep paying is another matter.

MSRP Versus The Number On The Dealer Sticker

The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is the figure Chevrolet sets, and it appears on the window sticker. Anything beyond that, including a market value adjustment, comes from the dealer.

That is why the same car can be priced very differently from one showroom to the next. In this case, the dealer’s $400,000 line is larger than the base price of a coupe.

Shoppers who plan to buy a high-demand car should ask for the out-the-door price in writing, including taxes, fees and any adjustments. It is the only number that tells the full story.

A Reminder That Wanting A Car Is Not A Reason To Overpay

High prices on rare cars make headlines, but most people do not need to chase them. A well-kept Corvette from an earlier year can deliver plenty of thrills at a small fraction of the cost.

The Motor1 story is a good example of how excitement can drive a price far beyond what the manufacturer set. For everyday buyers, patience and comparison shopping remain the best tools.

How To Handle A Market Adjustment As A Buyer

Most shoppers will never see a $400,000 add-on, but plenty have seen smaller ones on popular trucks and sports cars. A few habits can protect your wallet.

• Ask for the MSRP and every added line item in writing before you visit, so you can compare dealers.
• Call more than one dealer. Adjustments vary widely, and some stores charge none at all.
• Check the window sticker. The manufacturer’s price is printed on it, and anything else is the dealer’s own addition.
• Know that the markup is negotiable, since it is not set by the factory.
• Be willing to wait. Demand tends to cool, and a car that sells for a premium today can sit on a lot later.

Anyone who buys a car at far above sticker also takes on the risk that its value may drop. A $400,000 premium is a lot to recover on resale.

For most of us, a ZR1X will stay a poster car. It is still a useful reminder to read the fine print on any buyer’s order.

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