Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda

1970 to 1971 · Coupe · Limited edition · 652 built

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Shifty Estimate
$127,100
Medium confidence · $48K to $184K
Median · 12 mo
$121,000
Sales · 12 mo
6
Market cap
$82.9M · 652 built
Original MSRP
$4,000Up 3078% since new

The market

Every recorded 1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda sale, by date and price
Jul 2026 · Mecum Auctions
$121,000 · In Violet
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6 sales · 2 unsoldmedian $121kupdated Aug 2026

Latest results

The newest 1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda sales with photographs
1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda, sold May 2026

Sold $56,100

1970 · Vitamin C Orange
May 14, 2026 · Mecum Auctions

Every Cuda

Sold prices, all years · Aug 23, 2026
Every Cuda. Sold prices, all years · Aug 23, 2026
Hemi Cuda1970 to 1971340 Cuda1970 to 1974Hemi Cuda Convertible1970 to 1971
Shifty Estimate$127,100$42,900Low confidence$62,700Low confidence
Sold median$113,8508 salesToo few sales to call2 sales$100,0004 sales
12-month moveToo few sales to callToo few sales to callToo few sales to call
For saleNoneNoneNone

Also on file, with no sale or listing yet: 383 Cuda, 440 Six Pack Cuda.

Specifications

Engine
Naturally Aspirated V8, 7.0L
Power
425 hp
Torque
490 lb-ft
0 to 60
5 s
Top speed
140 mph
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Curb weight
1,680 lb
Production
652 built
Original MSRP
$4,000
Designer
John E. Herlitz

Common questions

How much does a Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda cost?

A 1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda cost $4,000 new. Over the past 12 months, 6 have sold publicly at a median of $121,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $127,100. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $48,270 to $184,250, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $127,100. We rate confidence medium: 6 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.

Is a Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda a good investment?

It has appreciated 3078% against its $4,000 list price. Only 652 were built. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $30,000 to $203,500, and mileage explains most of that.

How many Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda have sold?

Shifty has 8 public sales of the Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda on file. The earliest was on May 14, 2026.

What is the most expensive Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda sold?

The highest public sale on file is $203,500, on May 16, 2026.

What has a Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

  • $121,000Jul 25, 2026In Violet
  • $121,000May 16, 2026Red
  • $203,500May 16, 2026True Blue

About the 1970 Plymouth Cuda Hemi Cuda

The Hemi 'Cuda coupe stands as the ultimate expression of American muscle car engineering. With only 652 built across 1970-1971, it's exponentially rarer than Camaros or Mustangs from the same era. The legendary 426 Hemi produced 425 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque, launching the lightweight E-body to 60 mph in five seconds and on to 140 mph. At $4,000, $1,000 more than a 383 'Cuda, the Hemi commanded serious money even when new. John Herlitz's aggressive styling perfectly matched the engine's brutal performance, creating an icon that defined the muscle car era. Today, Hemi 'Cudas are among the most coveted American collectibles, with pristine examples commanding six-figure sums. They represent the pinnacle of Detroit's horsepower wars, when manufacturers built street cars with genuine racing pedigree.

Sales and listings

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