The ‘Cuda was originally sold to a customer in France, but now it’s back in the United States with all its original components intact, including the 425-rated-horsepower 426-cubic-inch Hemi V8. The ‘Cuda also includes a 3.54-ratio rear axle, a Sure Grip LSD, and a Hurst Pistol Grip shifter.
Mecum estimates the ‘Cuda will bring between US$5,750,000 and US$6,500,000.
It’s possible we won’t see those record high prices for this ‘Cuda however, due to variables thrown off by the global pandemic and the classic car market cooling off significantly. But if it comes anywhere close to the estimate, we could be looking at the most expensive muscle car ever sold.
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Because it was destined to be shipped abroad, it came equipped with a special 240 kph speedometer. The odometer now reads 98,553 kilometers, or about 60,000 miles. And yes, it s all original. The 426/425 horsepower Hemi V8 and four-speed manual transmission with a Hurst Pistol Grip shifter are both numbers matching and it s the only 71 model produced in Winchester Gray.
It s also equipped with the A33 Track Pak that included a 26-inch radiator, seven-blade viscous fan, and suspension upgrades. The shaker hood, cheese-grater grille, Cuda emblems, chrome rocker moldings, and bright exhaust tips all remain in remarkable condition.
The interior is literally a time capsule. Everything still works, such as the power windows and gauges in the Rallye dash. There is no radio because it was never originally ordered, and the high-black vinyl bucket seats and three-spoke steering wheel hardly show any age.