Plymouth Cuda
1970–1974
Lowest price
US$5,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$132,000
Since 2020 · n=146
Highest price
US$3,300,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
149
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 149 lots
Based on 149 verified auction results
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%
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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 · 61 without · high confidence
Built ≤ 1970
−US$7,765-6%104 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 market is signaling a solid hold at a median price of $132,000, up 11.6 percent year-over-year. With 21 transactions recorded in the past twelve months out of 149 total tracked sales, the market shows consistent activity without dramatic recent swings.
Moderate liquidity characterizes the segment, meaning buyers and sellers should expect a reasonable window for transactions without excessive scarcity premiums. The absence of active listings at present suggests current inventory is either absorbed or in private hands, typical for a collectible tier where sales are episodic rather than continuous.
The Cuda sits in the appreciating classic category with a collectibility score of 6 and high desirability metrics. These rear-muscle-car models have maintained steady collector interest over the long term, supported by their role in American automotive history and the segment's enduring appeal among enthusiasts.
The base-case projection points to $170,677 within three years—a 29.3 percent appreciation—and $185,637 over five years at 40.6 percent growth. These forecasts reflect the gradual trajectory typical of well-regarded classics rather than speculative upside, driven by consistent demand and the limited pool of desirable examples.
Current price momentum is steady rather than aggressive, consistent with the HOLD signal. The market appears fairly valued for buyers seeking entry or hold positions, with no immediate pressure to transact urgently in either direction.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$132,000
- Annual appr. rate+11.6%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked149
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared149 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$1,070
- MaintenanceUS$3,220
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$7,510
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months32
- Sell-Through21%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$260,619
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$5,500 – US$3,300,000
- Total Sales Tracked149
Recent sales
Showing latest 20US$60,500
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Yellow · Automatic
US$75,900
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
In-Violet · Automatic
US$118,250
mecum · 26 Sept 2026
Vitamin C · Automatic
US$18,750
Bring a Trailer · 17 Aug 2026
yellow · 4-speed manual
US$121,000
mecum · 15 Aug 2026
Alpine White · Automatic
US$57,000
Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026
Lime Green · automatic
US$36,000
Bring a Trailer · 26 Jul 2026
Lime green with black stripes
US$121,000
mecum · 25 Jul 2026
In Violet · Manual
US$84,700
mecum · 25 Jul 2026
Orange · Automatic
US$143,000
mecum · 25 Jul 2026
Ivy Green · Automatic
Common questions
What is a Plymouth Cuda worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$132,000, based on 21 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$5,500 to US$3,300,000.
Is the Plymouth Cuda going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United States median moved +11.6%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Plymouth Cudas are for sale right now?
No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.