NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup
Nintendo GameCube · 2004
About this game
NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup marks a change in name for the series, but continues the style of gameplay and game modes from the NASCAR Thunder titles.
Four new racing series have been added for this year; in addition to NEXTEL cup cars, players can race in the Featherlite Modified, Craftsman Truck, Nascar National (Busch), or production car series.
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Each type of car has its own unique feel and gives a different on-track experience.
Real-life driver rivalries and confrontations are brought into the game with the enhanced grudges and alliances system.
Computer drivers will remember whether you drive naughty or nice, and will payback favors in kind.
The new Intimidator feature allows you to shake up an opponent by getting behind him and putting on the pressure.
In fight to the top mode, players can follow the career of their driver by starting in the Modified series and working their way up the NASCAR ranks.
Performing well in races, as well as participating in autograph sessions, affects fan support, which in turn improves the driver's income.
Online support for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox allow up to four players to compete in a full 43-car field.
About Nintendo GameCube
Nintendo's GameCube (2001) used a compact optical disc format and was the company's first console with online capability, though it never matched the PS2's commercial success. GameCube discs are comparatively durable, making complete-in-box collecting approachable, while a handful of Japan-only and limited-release titles (some tied to promotions) are the platform's genuine chase items.
Gamevaro tracks NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup for Nintendo GameCube with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €9.64 |
| 2026-07-09 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €13.14 |
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo GameCube titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup worth?
NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €9.64 loose, €13.14 complete in box. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup rare?
NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo GameCube titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup, loose is €9.64 and CIB is €13.14 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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