POWER MOVES: Top 10 Best-Selling Muscle Cars at 2023 Palm Beach Auction

April 25, 2023
Posted by Barrett-Jackson

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Easily identifiable by their classic two-door coupe design and potent engines, muscle cars parked themselves in most motorists’ hearts – and the 2023 Palm Beach Auction was home to some of the most sought-after muscle cars around. Enjoy this selection of top-selling muscle cars offered at the 2023 Palm Beach Action.

LOT #726.1 – 1970 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T GATOR GRAIN COUPE – SOLD! $236,500
Pictured above, this 1970 Dodge Challenger is powered by a matching-numbers V-Code 440ci Six-Pack engine paired with a Chrysler A833 4-speed manual transmission with a Hurst pistol-grip shifter. With the code V1G Gator Grain textured vinyl roof covering. From the Steve Todhunter Collection.

Lot _698LOT #698 – 2018 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT DEMON – SOLD! $220,000
Finished in Destroyer Gray. Powered by a Whipple Gen 4 4.5-liter engine. It is ceramic-coated and has received performance modifications. Comes with a Demon Crate and two sets of AG wheels. May not be emissions-compliant in all 50 states.

Lot _727.1LOT #727.1 – 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS 396 CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $220,000
Finished in Cranberry Red with Malibu trim level and Super Sport option package. Powered by a V8 engine rated at 375hp and paired with a rebuilt M21 4-speed manual transmission. From the Steve Todhunter Collection.

Lot _775.1LOT #775.1 – 1970 PLYMOUTH ‘CUDA CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $198,000
Finished in Lemon Twist Yellow; powered by a 383ci Commando V8 engine mated to its original matching-numbers 4-speed manual transmission.

Lot _679LOT #679 – 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM – SOLD! $187,000
Matching-numbers powertrain with a L78 6.6-liter V8 engine mated to a manual transmission and a limited-slip rear end. Equipped with air conditioning, power steering and power brakes, rear defroster, Rally gauges and snowflake wheels. 682 actual miles.

Lot _672.1LOT #672.1 – 1969 PONTIAC GTO JUDGE RAM AIR III CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $176,000
One of 79 4-speed Judge convertibles produced for 1969. Powered by a 400/366hp V8 engine paired with a manual transmission. With a power convertible top, hood tachometer and rear spoiler.

Lot _762LOT #762 – 2022 FORD SHELBY GT500 HERITAGE EDITION – SOLD! $176,000
Powered by a 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine with a TREMEC 7-speed transmission. Limited-production Heritage Edition in Brittany Blue with Wimbledon White racing stripes. 25 actual miles. Has original Window Sticker. From the Brian Kelly Collection.

Lot _709LOT #709 – 1969 CHEVROLET YENKO CAMARO 427/425 – SOLD! $172,700
One of 34 Fathom Green Yenko Camaros built in 1969. Features both the COPO 9561 L72 427/425hp high-performance engine and COPO 9737 sports car conversion packages.

Lot _690.1LOT #690.1 – 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS LS6 – SOLD! $170,500
Has a matching-numbers 454/450hp Turbo-Jet V8 engine beneath its ZL2 cowl-induction hood, backed by a M22 Muncie Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission and a 12-bolt differential. Comes with the Warranty Card, Build Sheet and owner Protection Plan.

Lot _676LOT #676 – 1970 FORD MUSTANG BOSS 302 – SOLD! $165,000
Powered by a matching-numbers 302ci engine paired with a manual transmission with a 3.50 Traction-Lok differential. Correct intake, exhaust manifolds and bell housing. Buck Tag, Window Sticker, Build Sheet, dealer invoice and Marti Report.

Lot _726LOT #726 – 1969 PLYMOUTH HEMI GTX – SOLD! $165,000
Award-winning Plymouth powered by its matching-numbers 426ci HEMI engine mated to a 4-speed transmission. Underwent a professional restoration; finished in Ivy Metallic Green with a black interior. From the Steve Todhunter Collection.