Barrett-Jackson will offer a number of highly coveted Mopars, including a custom, race-inspired 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (preview), during the Scottsdale Fall Auction, Oct. 15-18, 2025, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Built by BBT Fabrications, a previous Barrett-Jackson Cup winner, the Barracuda is powered by an Indy Cylinder Head Gen II HEMI V8 engine rated at 630 horsepower and features a race-inspired interior. Late-model Mopars on the docket include a 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 (preview) with 48 actual miles.

“Led by their iconic engines, raw power and distinctive styling, Mopar helped ignite a muscle car war in the 1960s that’s still part of the DNA in cars rolling off Stellantis production lines today,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “From restored classics and customs featuring modern performance upgrades to a concept vehicle inspired by the past, our docket of collectible Mopars reflects the legendary status these vehicles cemented into our culture.”

Featured in the lineup of Mopars crossing the block during the Scottsdale Fall Auction is the custom 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (preview) built by BBT Fabrications, a previous Barrett-Jackson Cup winner. This one-off, custom Barracuda is powered by 528ci Gen II HEMI V8 engine rated at 630hp and 660 ft/lbs of torque. The HEMI is equipped with a Holley carburetor, Shaker air cleaner, ceramic-coated long-tube headers and a 3-inch ceramic-coated exhaust system with X-pipe and Flowmaster mufflers. Power is sent through an A&A Transmissions Chrysler 3-speed automatic transmission to a Moser 9-inch rear end with 31-spline axles and Eaton 4.11 gears with posi-traction. The body features new AMD quarter-panels, custom-fabricated floor pans, wheel tubs, firewall and engine bay, shaved marker lights, billet hood hinges and a lift-off decklid.

A custom 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (preview) on the docket is powered by a modern fuel-injected HEMI V8 mated to a high-performance 4-speed automatic transmission. The interior includes a custom leather setup with a custom center console, eight-ball shifter, Sharp steering wheel on a custom column, custom Barracuda digital gauges and a neon blue-illuminated custom start panel with push start, ignition, fuel pump, fan and auxiliary switches. It has approximately 880 miles since the build’s completion.

“Mopar’s HEMI V8 became an icon of the 1960s American muscle car era,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The powerful engine combined with their iconic designs created a new opportunity to put race-inspired vehicles on the road. Bidders will have the chance to own a Mopar, like a 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T (preview) or the ‘BBP Project ’Cuda’ concept car (preview) that’s faithful to its 1970-74 E-Body ancestors.”

For fans of modern muscle, the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 (preview) with the Hellcat Redeye Widebody option is powered by a supercharged V8 engine producing 1,025 horsepower and has 48 actual miles. The interior includes Demonic Red 170 Laguna seats, the Premium Group with black Alcantara and Laguna materials, vented seats, suede headliner, premium-stitched dash panel, memory seating, carbon-fiber interior accents and an SRT Alcantara steering wheel with red LED logo.

A custom 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat (preview) is powered by a supercharged HEMI V8 upgraded with the Hennessey Performance H1000 kit delivering 1,000hp. This Widebody Jailbreak Last Call Edition has factory equipment that includes adaptive damping suspension, Brembo 6-piston brakes, line lock, launch control and the exclusive Jailbreak Package featuring widebody fender flares.

Known as the “BBP Project ’Cuda,” the custom 2008 Plymouth ’Cuda concept car (preview) was designed and built to encourage Chrysler Corporation to bring back the ’Cuda model and the Plymouth brand. Painted in Lambo Pearl Orange, it features an all carbon-fiber body with functional Shaker hood and rides on 22-inch Zenetti wheels and Pirelli tires. This concept ’Cuda was shown at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, where it made its official debut.

Rotisserie-restored to its factory Bright Red paint, the custom 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T (preview) features a new vinyl top and black interior with every component upgraded. It is powered by a HEMI engine mated to the rebuilt matching-numbers 4-speed manual transmission. The interior is complemented with air conditioning, Rallye instrument gauge cluster, pistol-grip shifter and an Out of Sight Bluetooth stereo system.

Those interested in consigning their vehicles with confidence for the Scottsdale Fall Auction are welcome to submit their application online. In addition, bidder registration is open, with three packages to choose from, upgrades for Muscle Lounge access and Hammer High Tops. Throughout the four-day Scottsdale Fall Auction, children ages 12 and under enjoy complimentary admission with a paying adult. General admission tickets for students ages 13 through college-age are $10 and adult ticket prices start at $28.  

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There is something pure and simple about the Chevrolet Nova. Once the unsung hero of GM muscle cars, the Nova SS has become much more desirable and is still the easy entry point into that world of performance (the pricier Chevelle SS 396 really doesn’t offer anything that the Nova doesn’t).

The fully restyled third-generation Chevy II/Nova was launched in 1968. It rode on a 111-inch wheelbase, which was only one inch shorter than that of the two-door Chevelle. The Nova also had a new subframe assembly similar to the one used by the Camaro.

The Nova SS introduced in 1968 was a high-performance model, not the version that was just bucket seats and trim as in previous years. In fact, it was one of the smallest muscle cars ever built by any brand in Detroit.

Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is a 1971 Chevrolet Nova Coupe. It is an SS tribute, with all the correct SS trim added to a car that was originally a base six-cylinder model.

The seller describes this 1971 Nova as being powered by a 350ci V8 backed by a three-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in its original color of Classic Copper over a black cloth and vinyl interior. It is offered by the selling dealer in Oregon with the original window sticker, Protect-O-Plate, documentation, manuals, receipts, and a clear title.

The seller notes that the car underwent a complete restoration, at which time it was converted into SS specs. Judging by the many provided pictures, it looks as if it was done very well, with the Classic Copper paint and the chrome trim appearing to be in great shape. The car rides on correct 15-inch Rally wheels clad with 215/60 Petlas radial tires.

The interior of this Nova is just as nice. The front bench seat looks to be in excellent shape, with the factory-style vinyl and cloth in nice condition. Interior upgrades include a correct SS steering wheel, Vintage Air air conditioning system, and an awesome Dakota Digital gauge cluster. This is the perfect Nova to show or use on fun cruises. I think it would be a great Hot Rod Power Tour car.

Under the hood is a small-block 350ci V8 with a four-barrel carburetor, an aftermarket Weiand aluminum performance intake manifold, and chrome valve covers. Recently, this car received a new power steering pump and hoses, new alternator and regulator, new belts, new radiator, new fuel tank and sender, new motor and trans mounts, and new transmission pan. All that makes me think this car is the kind you could buy at the auction and drive home.

As I said at the beginning of this AutoHunter Spotlight, the Nova is a great entry point into the world of GM muscle cars. It’s capable, simple to work on, and easy to find parts for. It is the perfect first-time muscle car and still a good value. If you are interested in this 1971 Chevrolet Nova SS tribute, act fast and make a bid before it ends up in someone else’s garage because the auction for it ends on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. (PDT).

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Peruse social media and you may find someone opining, “Muscle cars died after 1971!” while failing to acknowledge an anomaly of the low-compression era, the 1973-74 Super Duty 455 Firebird. However, the truth is that there were other cars that still offered respectable performance, our Pick of the Day being one. This 1974 Dodge Charger Rallye is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Clearwater, Florida.

Beginning with 1972, the whole American automobile market was running on lowered compression to allow for low-lead and unleaded fuel. Certain manufacturers and brands fared better than others. Ford offered the Mustang with a 275-horsepower 351 HO—basically a low-compression Boss 351—but it was only available for several months, and it never was available for any other FoMoCo model. Otherwise, the 351 Cobra Jet (266 horses for the pony cars, 248 for mid-sizers) somewhat did the job, and Ford simply didn’t entertain milking the 205-horse 429-4V for all it was worth.

American Motors did a decent job of offering “hot” 360 and 401 engines for the Javelin, offering a contemporary 220 and 255 net horsepower, respectively. Buick continued to offer 455s with as much as 270 horses. Chevrolet had a strong Z/28 350 with 255 horses, a 402 with 240, and a 454 with 270. Oldsmobile and Pontiac excelled, both offering 455s with up to 300 horsepower while offering lesser versions, if not a 250-horse 400 for Pontiac.

What about Chrysler Corporation? As the company with the strong reputation for engineering, Plymouth and Dodge was competitive with the industry. The 340 was rated at 240 horsepower, while the new 400 put out 255 horses. Notwithstanding the quickly-cancelled 440 Six Pack, the 440 four-barrel was rated at 280 horses.

Despite the whining by the “muscle cars died after 1971!” crowd, you’ll find that the engines that arrived in 1972 generally continued to stay pat through 1974. For example, the 440 four-barrel continued to be rated at 280 horsepower, then falling by five to 275 for 1974. Considering the Super Duty 455 was rated at 290 horses, this was fair.

Before you is the last of the classic Chargers, this one being this “JL6” Aztec Gold metallic 1974 Dodge Charger Rallye. The “A57” Rallye Package was available on the Charger coupe and hardtop (the former included a cheaper interior and fixed rear quarter windows) and included Power Bulge hood, Rallye Cluster, black longitudinal tape stripe, hood pins, rear anti-sway bar, and G70x14-inch white-letter tires. Add the 440 engine and you’d have the closest thing to a Charger R/T this side of 1971, but a whole lot rarer—only 206 U.S.-spec Charger Rallye hardtops were built like this. “The car’s original engine is in original condition and has all the factory stock equipment like the intake manifold, carb, cast iron exhaust manifolds, valve covers, air conditioning, and most other engine parts and accessories,” says the seller. The interior is equally as intriguing, as it’s one of the few built with the “N1YW” Aztec cloth interior. This one is the optional cloth and vinyl bench seat, rather than the sportier high-back buckets with the “buddy seat” and arm rest. “All the rest of the interior looks like it did when it left the showroom with the factory stock door panels, dash and gauges, headliner, seat belts, carpeting, and radio.”

Have you priced a Charger R/T lately? Insane. But a 440-powered Charger Rallye is 7/8^th the same car, and it still has the same sleek sporty style in spades. For $69,990, you can show the naysayers that there’s nothing wrong with Malaise.

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According to Irish folklore, a Banshee is a female spirit whose wailing warns of an impending death. At Dodge, there’s a taste of irony as the Charger Daytona SRT Banshee is rumored to be no more.

Talk with a veteran from Chrysler and (s)he may still have a bad taste of German in his/her mouth. While the Hellcat may have been the mouthwash Auburn Hills needed, that bad taste—this time, Italian with a hint of multinational—has been tough to shake off. The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee may be the physical manifestation of why.

The Chrysler Corporation . . . er, Stellantis North America’s portfolio was quite long in the tooth when the 300, Challenger, and the previous-gen Charger were discontinued for 2024. However, from a branding point of view, all was forgotten because V8 Mopars spelled fun. Cultural aspects from the past—bright colors and nods to long-dead models—were mined to good effect, while the quest for horsepower was achieved to absurd levels. If there ever was a moment to refer to “’Murica” without an ounce of sarcasm, It was in the form of an SRT Dodge.

And then, strangely, Stellantis ditched the Challenger and the Hemi Charger, plus all the positive equity for the brand. Truth be told, many manufacturers were moving towards electric architectures, if not turbocharged engines missing two cylinders. Considering Chrysler and Dodge’s parent is European, this should not have been a surprise.

Yet with the pendulum arcing back, many manufacturers that have made investments in electrification have backed off. This has been problematic for Dodge’s current crop of EV Chargers because they haven’t been selling, and the rollout of turbo-six Chargers has been slow, so we can’t say if and how the American public has warmed up to them. But if we know Americans, then there will be no substitute for a V8.

The Charger Daytona SRT Banshee was supposed to be the EV version of the Hellcat, so to speak, with an 800-volt architecture—up 200 volts from the standard Charger Daytona—and around 1000 horsepower. Alas, it doesn’t appear that we will see this Charger in showrooms. Car and Driver says a representative from Dodge has not confirmed the story.

As the Godfather of the Hellcat, Tim Kuniskis, has played a part in the revival of SRT, we would love to hear his take. Considering the 5.7-liter Hemi is returning to the Ram 1500, and the 6.4-liter Hemi-powered Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 has inspired a similar Jeep Gladiator, we can only wonder what Dodge has in store for American enthusiasts.

At Electrify Expo Phoenix 2025, we spoke with Peter Culin, the vice president and co-founder of both the Valley of the Sun Electric Vehicle Association and the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Drive Electric Arizona. He told us about what led to him buying his first EVs and his Rivian R1S, which he regularly uses to tow a travel trailer all around Arizona. We also learned about his organizations and the efforts they’re making to educate consumers about electric vehicles and provide charging options to EV owners without home chargers. It was an enlightening conversation full of useful information and ongoing developments that stand to make EV ownership easier in the future.

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Quick! Can you name an automotive museum? Few of us are graced with the presence of one nearby, so it could be easy to know none. Nonetheless, car museums trace a segment of history that is important beyond the enthusiast, and one of the best is one you possibly haven’t heard of: Stahl’s Motors & Music Experience.

The museum “… began as a personal journey to preserve and celebrate the craftsmanship of the past has grown into a dynamic, nonprofit destination dedicated to education, inspiration, and community.” Since opening 14 years ago, Mary and Ted Stahl have expanded the museum to include cars and automotive ephemera to great success. With a visit, you are also surrounded by a team of passionate professionals who have love for the art, culture, and history of the artifacts within.

Honestly, I visit to view the cars, but I left wanting more time to explore the mechanical musical instruments. Think of automated music like a self-playing piano and you’d be on the right track, but this category of antiques is so much more vibrant, gee-whiz, and amazing than you’ve ever imagined. The above c.1915 Hupfeld Phonoliszt-Violino plays piano with violin accompaniment, though there are several violins within the console. It’s truly amazing to hear it make music, which you can do here. Pipe organs and other fangled instruments are also part of the collection.

Nonetheless, the automotive segment of the museum did not disappoint—it’s righteous, an amalgamation of automobiles from the earliest days to more modern times. It certainly is eclectic so there will always be something new for folks to appreciate. There is also ample examples of neon, signs, gas pumps, and other automotive ephemera not unlike what you’d find at a Barrett-Jackson automobilia auction.

Located just north of the Detroit suburbs in Chesterfield, Michigan, Stahl’s Motors & Music Experience is a must-visit destination for Michiganders and those who live near the Great Lake State. It’s truly a special place both for enthusiasts and the significant others who end up being dragged to a museum kicking and screaming yet fall in love with the depth of history within.

You can’t relive the past, but you can buy pieces of it. If you were a kid who thought the Hummer H1 was the coolest vehicle on the planet in the mid-2000s or you had one and regret selling it, be sure to register to bid at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction. That’s where you can win one of the ultimate H1s: a one-year-only 2006 Hummer H1 Alpha Open-Top Custom.

Several years after purchasing the Hummer brand from AM General, General Motors announced that the 2006 H1 would receive its new Alpha treatment, a series of upgrades designed to maximize performance. One of the most significant modifications was swapping out the previous Optimizer engine for GM’s Duramax 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8, which cranked out 300 horsepower at 3,000 rpm (a 46-percent increase) and 520 lb-ft of torque at 1,500 rpm (up 18 percent). GM channeled that grunt through an Allison M74 1000-series five-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive.

Those major switches not only dropped the H1 Alpha’s 0-60 mph by three ticks to 13.5 seconds, but they also added to its towing capabilities: the Gross Combined Weight Rating went up an entire ton to 17,300 pounds. Hummer paired the Duramax’s higher fuel economy with an extra 9.5 gallons of fuel tank capacity (for a whopping 51.5 gallons), boosting the H1 Alpha’s potential driving range from 400 to an estimated 570 miles.

Installing the Duramax required Hummer to raise the H1 Alpha’s aluminum body by two inches, putting more space between it and the rugged terrain it was made to traverse. A larger set of 12-inch hydroboost power disc brakes brought the Alpha to a stop no matter where it went. The H1’s trick portal axles were equipped with beefed-up half-shafts; new helical-cut gears helped them engage more easily and quietly.

This particular Bright White H1 Alpha Open-Top Custom is even more capable thanks to the optional Adventure Package. This added a 12,000-pound front winch, front and rear Eaton electronic locking differentials, and 17-inch wheels with dual beadlocks to keep the 37-inch Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs in place.

Aftermarket side steps assist entry into the cabin, which features black leather seating for four, heated front seats, power everything, cruise control, front and rear air conditioning, and switches for the Central Tire Inflation System. A Pioneer touchscreen infotainment system with aftermarket speakers and dual Alpine headrest screens also has been installed. Listening to the sounds of nature instead of the radio is as easy as removing the black soft top and stuffing it under the bed’s tonneau cover.

Sadly, the 2006 model year was the first and last for the Hummer H1 Alpha—and the end of the civilian version of the H1 as a whole. The good news is that you can get this 2006 Hummer H1 Alpha Open-Top Custom when it crosses the block at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, running October 15-18.

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Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL, which was originally a Canadian-market car and imported into the U.S. earlier this year. It’s powered by a 5.5-liter V8 connected to a four-speed automatic. Finished in Desert Taupe Metallic and equipped with a dark brown convertible top over a Brazil Brown leather interior, this final-year R107 SL is now offered by the selling dealer in Phoenix. It comes with a color-matched removable hardtop, car cover, owner’s manual, service log, maintenance records, ownership history, clean CARFAX report, and clear title.

The tasteful, reserved Desert Taupe Metallic body features fog lights, black bumpers with bright trim, quad round headlights, power driver-side mirror, trunk lid-mounted third brake light, and a pair of exhaust outlets.

A dark brown manual soft top with three plastic rear windows covers the passenger compartment. For a more coupe-like roofline, the soft top can be stored under the tonneau cover and replaced with the included body-color hardtop.

Whether the top is up, down, soft, or hard, this SL cruises down the road on a set of 15-inch “Gullideckel” wheels and 205/65 Continental ContiTouring Contact tires. Behind the wheels are power four-wheel antilock disc brakes.

The cabin offers Brazil Brown leather seating for two. Amenities include cruise control, power steering, heated seats, woodgrain trim, power antenna, Becker Grand Prix AM/FM/cassette radio, automatic climate control, and power windows.

Instrumentation consists of a 260-kph speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, clock, and gauges for the temperature (in Celsius), fuel level, oil pressure, and fuel economy. The odometer shows 136,451 kilometers (84,786 miles), which is slightly above the CARFAX report’s latest mileage reading of 84,556 miles from April 2025.

The M117 5.5-liter V8 is fuel-injected and paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Earlier this year, the engine was fully serviced, the A/C was recharged, and the fuel pumps, gas tank, air injection pump, and main engine computer were replaced.

If you want to own this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL roadster, bid on it right now. The auction ends on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).

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Back in 2011, Joe LoCicero of Maine became known as “Million Mile Joe” when his beloved blue 1990 Honda Accord rolled one million miles. It looked a lot like this one, but with 20 times the miles. The Pick of the Day is this low-mileage 1992 Honda Accord EX-R sedan listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Champlain, New York.

LoCicero’s hometown of Saco held a surprise parade for him, and Honda presented him with a brand-new 2012 Accord (also in blue) as a congratulatory gesture. Unfortunately, Joe passed away not long afterward at the young age of 58 in the summer of 2016, but his legacy lives on among Honda high-mileage aficionados (including myself). Honda continues to display Joe’s Accord in its Torrance, California, museum.

At the other end of the mileage spectrum, there’s this car. “One owner, only 49,988 original miles, never seen winter,” the listing says. Finished in Granada Black over a gray cloth interior, this vehicle is essentially barely broken in by Honda longevity standards.

For 50 years as of 2026, the Accord will have been a key member of the Honda family, and it has consistently been one of the best-selling cars in the United States. By the 1990s, the Accord held a sizeable chunk of its very competitive market segment (Ford Taurus, Nissan Altima, and Toyota Camry were some of its rivals). One magazine advertisement from the period asked, “When’s the last time you saw a car chase that lasted 17 years?” It went on to say, “While the competition remains relentless in their quest to catch us, we remain dedicated to building a car that’s a few years ahead of them. Which means this chase might be just getting started, after all.”

The “CB7” chassis Accord—the model’s fourth generation—debuted in September 1989 for the 1990 model year. One of the main design changes involved replacing the prior model’s pop-up headlights with fixed units. In addition, the car grew into the midsize segment with a longer wheelbase and increased overall length. Body styles were offered in coupe, sedan, and station wagon variants. One of the things to mention about this sedan is that the EX-“R” was a Canada-only trim level, and it aligned with the U.S.-specification “EX” models. Equipment included a driver’s-side airbag, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, and a power moonroof. Notice the instruments are in kilometers, consistent with its Canadian origin.

Under the hood is an “F22A” 2.2-liter inline-four mated to an electronically controlled four-speed automatic transaxle. Honda rated the EX at 140 horsepower and 137 lb-ft of torque. Accords from the 1990s are known for exceptional reliability, and Joe’s car was a testament to that.

So, what are you waiting for? The long road ahead is calling, and this Accord’s ready to tackle it provided you are willing to pay $12,999.

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