Bridging Past & Present with Classic and Late-Model Mopars During the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction
September 20, 2024
Posted by Barrett-Jackson
1971 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Custom Coupe
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Sept. 18, 2024 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is bridging the past and present with a docket of collectible classic and late-model Mopars during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Included in this fall’s Mopar selection is a beautifully restored custom 1971 Dodge Challenger Hellcat (preview) that features a modern, supercharged 700-horsepower HEMI Hellcat engine and stock-appearing interior with Bluetooth stereo.
“Bidders attending our auction this October will have the chance to take home some of the best examples of classic and late-model Mopars,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Mopars were born from the golden era of the American racing scene in the 1960s and remain among the most coveted of American muscle cars today. From a 640-horsepower, low-mileage 2013 Dodge Viper GTS (preview) to a rare 1968 Dodge Dart GTS convertible (Lot #148), Mopar fans will find something to love.”
Lot #148 is a 1968 Dodge Dart GTS convertible that is one of only 271 built for the model year. It is powered by a V8 engine with 4-barrel carburetor backed by a 727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic transmission. It underwent a comprehensive restoration and was painted in its original red PP-1 paint. The interior features bucket seats in the original color of white, console, factory air conditioning and AM/FM radio.
A 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T (Lot #692) on the docket is a great example of a restored original with all-matching-numbers engine, transmission and rear end. It is powered by its original 440ci Six-Pack engine with 390 horsepower that was built by Timmy Petty, top-end crew chief for Richard Childress Racing.
“Mopars were built to feel as at home on the commute to work as they are on the track,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “They were the perfect car to work on for weekend garage warriors and even led to an aftermarket parts industry that continues to thrive today through Dodge’s Direct Connection program. The Mopars crossing the block in Scottsdale this fall are a great match for any performance enthusiast.”
An original, unrestored survivor, a 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda (preview) on offer is powered by a matching-numbers V8 engine backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. It is one of 1,141 coupes produced for the model year. This model was a garage-kept example, has belonged to the current owner since 1974 and has been driven just 48,411 miles.
A custom 1967 Plymouth Belvedere II (preview) is powered by a Hensley Performance V8 engine mated to an A833 4-speed manual transmission and has only 300 miles on the drivetrain since its completion. Also on the docket is a custom 1968 Plymouth GTX (preview) that underwent a complete rotisserie restoration and is powered by a stroked-to-505ci fuel-injected engine backed by a 3-speed automatic transmission. The fully restored interior features a rebuilt gauge cluster by Redline Gauge Works, bucket seats, wood-grain steering wheel and console, and vinyl top and glass.
Late-model Mopars include a 2013 Dodge Viper GTS (preview) with only 7,243 actual miles It’s powered by a V10 engine producing 640 horsepower, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The interior features an 18-speaker Harman Kardon stereo system, a Uconnect Infotainment screen and GPS navigation. A 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T 392 Scat Pack Last Call Swinger Special Edition (preview) is powered by a HEMI V8 engine producing 485 horsepower, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
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About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of private collections. Welcoming hundreds of thousands of attendees per year, Barrett-Jackson produces several live collector car auctions where thousands of the most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience. With broadcast partner A+E Networks, Barrett-Jackson features live television coverage of their events on FYI and The HISTORY Channel, as well as all the cars, all the time via their produced livestream on Barrett-Jackson.com. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. In August 2022, IMG, an Endeavor company and global leader in events, media, sports and fashion, acquired a majority stake in Barrett-Jackson and serves as the auction company’s strategic partner in building on its world-class automotive event experiences. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com, or call 480-421-6694.
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