Dodge asserted its reign in the automobile industry with its immense powertrains that dominated not only tracks but also created a beloved relationship with gearheads of all generations. Dodge's vehicles thrust the American automobile industry into fame and today the country’s four wheels’ inventory takes pride in Dodge’s incredible performances.
The muscle car’s fierce energy, enflamed competition among other manufactures in the automobile kin who revved up their engine adding more power. More than being a coveted brand itself, Dodge had a memorable impact on the muscle car era. While it had a successful career with its colossal assembly lines, the brand has manufactured many models that are rare to find today. And because of their rarity, these models cost a fortune. Some units are scarce in the market today while many models were simply limited to special editions. Here’s a list of Dodge’s rare birds that cross conventional price rates.
14 Dodge Viper Concept VM-02 1989 - $3,000,000
Dodge’s 1989 Viper Concept VM-02 was reportedly completed in 1990 and was the second Viper concept produced. It was the first model in the Viper assembly line to have a large V10 engine under the hood that blasted 300 horsepower. It became popular and went for $3 million in an auction making it Dodge’s most expensive car.
13 Dodge Charger Daytona 1969 - $350,000
While the price is hard to overlook, the Dodge Charger Daytona’s immense powertrain is equally phenomenal and fits the price mark. Under the hood, $350,000 priced Daytona stores a 7.2-liter engine mated to 4 speed manual transmission that produces 375 horsepower and 480 lb.-ft of torque. The car sprints to 60 mph in 5 seconds.
12 Dodge Charger R/T 426 Hemi 1968 - $160,000
Although nearly 100,000 Chargers were sold in 1968, only 17,584 of R/T models were ordered out of the total. And now the Hemi powered models are worth six figures price tags reaching as high as $160,000. Its 426 cubic inch V8 engine makes 425-horsepower and 490 lb.-ft of torque.
11 Dodge Dart HEMI 1968 - $150,000
The Hemi equipped muscle cars are highly coveted models just as they were back in the day at their debuts. Holding an immensely potent engine, Dodge’s Dart Hemi muscle coupes are one of the coolest rare collectibles you can see in a garage. The rear-wheel muscle coupe, Dodge Dart Hemi soars as far as $150,000.
10 Dodge SRT Viper GTS 2013 - $300,000
The two-door coupe is charged by an 8.4-liter V10 engine that fires away 640-horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 600 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm. The 2013 SRT Viper no longer carries the traditional Dodge moniker. The Viper’s GTS accelerates from 0-60mph in an incredible 3.5 seconds.
9 1968 Dodge Charger Hemi Daytona - $900,000
Dodge’s Charger Daytona models didn’t gather much popularity in its day but is now a heavily sought-after model. A four-speed 1969 Dodge Daytona from the Wellborn Collection in 2015, fetched a notorious $900,000 price. In 1969 Dodge built 509 Daytona models, out of which only 70 shipped with the 426-cu.in., 425-horsepower rated Hemi V8.
8 1966 Dodge Coronet Four-Door Sedan - $50,000
Dodge’s Coronet models are rare collectibles in the market today which makes even a four-door sedan a prized possession. The rear-wheel-drive runs on a 3682 cm3 engine paired to a 3-speed manual gearbox. It makes 145-horsepower and 215 lb.-ft of torque and develops a top speed of 101mph.
7 Dodge Viper GTS-R GT2 Championship Edition 1998 - $150,000
Dodge’s GTS-R GT2 Championship edition continues to be coveted among racecar fans. Not only does it carry a staggering price tag, it was incredibly powerful, with a fire-breathing 460-horsepower rated V10. Only 100 units of this limited-edition model were built in 1998, hence it’s no surprise that the car wouldn’t fall below six figures.
6 1966 Dodge Coronet Hemi - $51,000
The two-door 1966 Dodge Coronet Hemi coupes strap a 426cid Hemi v-8 engine to a 4-speed manual gearbox that churns out 425-horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque. The hardtop trims are one of the hardest Dodge Coronets to find where the models’ price can reach $60,000 depending on their condition.
5 1968 Dodge Dart GTS - $45,000
Depending on the condition of this model, Dodge’s 1968 Dart GTS can cost anywhere from $20,000 to an astounding $70,000. According to Top Speed a 1968 Dart GTS with a 5.7-liter V8 engine can cost about $60,000 while a 6.3-liter V-8 variant and the Scat Pack can be expected to cost more.
4 1968 Dodge Hemi Dart Super Stock - $176,000
At the 2012 Scottsdale auction, the 1968 Dodge Hemi Dart Super Stock was sold at a ludicrous $176,000 price. The model is powered by a beastly 426 Hemi V-8 engine that propels the car from a dead 0 to 60mph in a frighteningly short time of 2.1 seconds.
3 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible - $129,000
With an optional Hemi motor, dodge only pulled out two Dodge Coronet R/T convertibles in 1970 which makes this coupe an extremely rare Dodge in the world. A 1970 Coronet R/T convertible with the 440 Six-Pack engine in perfect condition jumps to an average of $129,000 price according to Hagerty.
2 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible - $1.8 Million
Out of the two 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T convertibles available today, one model was listed at a sale price of 1.8 million at JamesEdition, a global online luxury marketplace, in 2018. Dodge produced only 9 Hemi-powered convertible Challengers in 1970. The Hemi powered convertible produces 425-horsepower and 490 lb.-ft of torque.
1 1970 Dodge Super Bee Coupe - $88,995
At classiccars.com site, the 1970 Dodge Super Bee coupes are listed at stunning prices ranging from $41,900 to as high as $88,995. The models built between 1968 and 1970 came with two optional engines besides the standard 335 horsepower rated 6.2-liter V8; a 7.0 L Hemi 426 and 7.2L Six Pack.