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Plymouth Superbird

1970–1970

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  • Lowest price

    US$165,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$272,250

    Since 2020 · n=42

  • Highest price

    US$852,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    42

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 42 lots

Plymouth Superbird

Based on 42 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$258,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-21.7%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

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

Median sold price down 21.7% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

8/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$163,178

-37%

5-Year Forecast

US$141,792

-45%

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$78,199+29%

    17 with · 21 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 Plymouth Superbird's median value has fallen to $258,500, down 21.7% over the past twelve months on a sample of six transactions. This decline reverses the appreciation trajectory that defined the model's standing in the collector market through much of the 2010s and 2020s, signaling a meaningful correction in pricing.

The Superbird remains among the most recognizable American muscle cars, with only 1,935 units produced across 1970 and 1971, and it carries a collectibility score of 8 out of 10. Production scarcity and its role in NASCAR history continue to underpin desirability, though moderate rather than strong current demand reflects softening enthusiasm among active buyers.

Transaction activity is sparse: just six sales in the past year and 42 total in the tracked database. This thin liquidity means buyers and sellers face longer holding periods and wider bid-ask spreads, typical of cars that appeal to a narrow segment of the market rather than mainstream enthusiasts.

The near-term outlook is decidedly bearish. The base projection for three years out stands at $163,178, implying a further 36.9% decline from current levels. The five-year forecast suggests $141,792, representing a cumulative 45.1% loss from today's median.

Market momentum and transaction timing both support caution. Recent sales have trended lower within the already-compressed sample, and with no active listings currently tracked, the market is not signaling any near-term stabilization. Sellers should expect continued pressure; prospective buyers may find better entry points within the next 12 to 24 months.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$258,500
  • Annual appr. rate-21.7%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked43
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared43 (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$2,080
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$8,520
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months6
  • Sell-Through14%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$334,940
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$165,000 – US$852,500
  • Total Sales Tracked42

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$187,000

    mecum · 21 Mar 2026

  • US$467,500

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

  • US$275,000

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

  • US$242,000

    mecum · 15 Nov 2025

  • US$165,000

    mecum · 1 Nov 2025

  • US$363,000

    mecum · 1 Nov 2025

  • US$242,000

    mecum · 12 Jul 2025

  • US$605,000

    mecum · 17 May 2025

  • US$418,000

    mecum · 17 May 2025

  • US$319,000

    mecum · 5 Apr 2025

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