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Plymouth Cuda

1970–1974

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  • Lowest price

    US$5,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$132,000

    Since 2020 · n=143

  • Highest price

    US$3,300,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    146

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 146 lots

Plymouth Cuda

Based on 146 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

US$132,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+11.6%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 11.6% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$170,677

+29%

5-Year Forecast

US$185,637

+41%

Market scores

67

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Good

70

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$27,000+20%

    73 with · 58 without · high confidence

  • Built ≤ 1970

    US$7,765-6%

    101 with · 42 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. 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 Cuda is trading at a median of $132,000 in the current market, up 11.6% over the past twelve months—a solid appreciation signal that reflects sustained collector interest in the model.

Transaction volume has been steady, with 21 sales recorded in the past year and 146 tracked across the full historical dataset. This moderate liquidity profile suggests buyers and sellers should expect reasonable depth at auctions and dealer networks without the instant absorption typical of blue-chip American muscle cars.

Classified as an appreciating classic with a collectibility score of 6, the Cuda benefits from strong desirability fundamentals and the enduring appeal of Chrysler's pony-car platform. Without production-unit data on file, the relative scarcity of surviving examples—particularly well-preserved ones—continues to underpin collector demand.

The market is positioned for measured gains over the medium term. The base projection calls for appreciation to roughly $170,700 within three years, or about 29% from current levels, with further movement toward $185,600 over five years, representing cumulative appreciation of approximately 41%.

The HOLD signal reflects neither weakness nor urgency. Recent year-over-year performance is healthy rather than speculative, and the moderate liquidity environment suggests this remains a buy-and-hold play for collectors rather than a flip opportunity. Current owners have little reason to rush to market.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$132,000
  • Annual appr. rate+11.6%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked146
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared146 (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$1,070
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$7,510
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months29
  • Sell-Through20%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$264,230
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$5,500 – US$3,300,000
  • Total Sales Tracked146

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$18,750

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Aug 2026

  • US$121,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$57,000

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$36,000

    Bring a Trailer · 26 Jul 2026

  • US$121,000

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$143,000

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$84,700

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$106,700

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$41,800

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$203,500

    mecum · 16 May 2026

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