What's a 1970 Hemi Cuda worth today?

No American muscle car commands the pricing that the 1970 Hemi 'Cuda does. Fewer than 700 Hemi 'Cudas were built across 1970 in hardtop and convertible form — and the convertible total was just 14 cars. When a collector market combines near-zero supply with maximum desirability, the results are extraordinary.

2026 Hemi 'Cuda Pricing

• 1970 'Cuda hardtop, 440 Six Pack (numbers-matching): $150,000–$350,000
• 1970 'Cuda hardtop, 426 Hemi (documented): $600,000–$1,500,000+
• 1970 'Cuda convertible, 426 Hemi (14 built): $2,000,000–$3,500,000+
• 1971 Hemi 'Cuda hardtop (108 built): $800,000–$1,800,000

Why the Hemi Commands This Premium

The 426 Hemi was the most powerful factory-production American V8 of its era — rated 425 hp by Chrysler, widely believed to be conservative, with actual output closer to 500 hp. The engine required custom sheetmetal to fit the E-body platform. Combined with the 'Cuda's aggressive Shaker hood, Hockey Stick tape stripe options, and Pistol Grip shifter, the result was a car of performance and visual presence that has never been replicated.

Authentication at This Price Level

At seven-figure prices, no documentation shortcut is acceptable. The fender tag, body tag, VIN, and engine assembly plant stamp must all align. PHS Automotive Services and the Mopar registry both offer documentation verification. The original broadcast sheet — often found under the rear carpet or in the trunk — is the gold standard for Hemi authentication. Without it, you're buying someone's story, and stories don't survive auction due diligence.

The 440 Six Pack as an Alternative

With 390 hp from the triple-carb 440, the Six Pack 'Cuda delivers 95% of the car's visual and driving experience at roughly one-fifth the Hemi price. For buyers who plan to actually drive the car, the 440 Six Pack is the rational choice. In my experience at auctions, the Six Pack cars see more road time than any Hemi — which is as it should be.