1970 Plymouth Superbird – Recently Sold For $132,000.

1970 Plymouth Superbird – Recently Sold For $132,000.00 at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2017 on October 21.




70 Plymouth Superbird White

1970 Plymouth Superbird White

 

Developed specifically for NASCAR racing, the Plymouth Superbird was a highly modified, version of the Plymouth Road Runner that incorporates many changes and modifications to optimize high speed performance. The unique aero package featured an aerodynamic nose cone with retractable headlights and the unmistakable rear wing mounted on tall vertical struts that increased downforce on the car’s rear axle.

 

1970 Plymouth Superbird Side

1970 Plymouth Superbird Side

 

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2017 – Lot #766 1971 Plymouth Superbird

This Superbird started out a real 440ci Six Pack Superbird. It has been upgraded to period-correct 426ci HEMI with the pistol-grip 4-speed manual transmission. The car even has a sticker in the engine bay showing the 426 HEMI meets 1970 emissions. (Copy of the original Build Sheet for the car shows it was a 440 Six Pack Superbird is included).

 

 

 

AuctionLas Vegas 2017
ReserveNO RESERVE
StatusSold
Price$132,000.00
Lot766
Year1970
MakePLYMOUTH
ModelSUPERBIRD
Style

 

VIN****************
Exterior ColorWhite
Interior ColorBLACK
Cylinders8
Engine Size426
Transmission4-SPEED MANUAL

 

 

Production numbers

Chrysler was preparing to handle 1,920 winged Plymouths for 1970, but published figures show as many as 2,783 were built. Engine option figures are one-hundred thirty-five 426ci. Hemi Superbirds, sixteen 440ci. Six-pack editions, and the remaining powered by 440ci. 4bbl. Motors.

 

 



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