The Dodge Super Bee, an emblem of the late 1960s and early 1970s muscle car era, emerged as a formidable contender, boasting an unapologetic design and aggressive stance from its inception.
Offering powertrains like the 440 Six Pack and the 426 Hemi alongside the standard 383 Magnum V8, the Super Bee delivered raw performance, with the former pushing out 390 horsepower and the latter renowned for its 425 horsepower output. Not only were these vehicles swift in straight-line acceleration, but they also exhibited surprising agility.
However, due to their rebellious nature, Super Bees weren’t typically seen as suitable for daily commutes, although their appropriateness varied depending on one’s profession and desired image. Despite this, the Super Bee remains an iconic muscle car to this day, commanding high prices at auctions, especially when in pristine condition.
Recently, a 1970 Super Bee Hardtop failed to meet its reserve price at auction, with bidding reaching a maximum of $68,500. Nevertheless, it’s anticipated that the owner could fetch a higher price by relisting the car or exploring private sales.
This particular Super Bee boasts a Top Banana factory finish, featuring the iconic twin-looped bumper redesign characteristic of the 1970 model year. The exterior is complemented by hood scoops, black side graphics, a black rear wing, dual side mirrors, dual exhausts, and 15” Rallye wheels with F70-15 Goodyear Polyglas tires.
Underneath, the vehicle is equipped with Mopar Performance leaf springs, KYB shocks, and Moog front suspension components for enhanced performance. Inside, the cabin features black vinyl upholstery, a reproduction steering wheel, and an aftermarket push-button radio, with an uninstalled AM eight-track radio included in the sale.
Powering this Super Bee is the 440 Six Pack engine, delivering 390 horsepower and 490 lb-ft (664 Nm) of torque through a three-speed automatic transmission, making it a formidable force on the road.