Barrett-Jackson will kick off the year with a number of classic American muscle cars set to cross the block during the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 17-25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. From freshly restored models to rare originals, the American muscle cars that will be featured include a 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible that is one of 29 Six-Barrel ‘Cuda convertibles produced in 1970, as well as a 1966 Shelby GT350, one of only 252 examples of the 1965 model year with the 1966 model facelift.
“We’ll have over 2,000 highly coveted collectible vehicles crossing the block this January, including several premium American muscle cars that have been professionally rebuilt to maintain their originality,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “These muscle cars are icons of a past era that continue to have an enduring appeal to collectors worldwide. The 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, for example, is an exceptional find with its date-code-correct engine and 4-speed manual transmission. We also have several historically significant 1960s Shelbys, still powered by the original, matching-numbers drivetrain the Shelby American team installed over 60 years ago.”
Finished in Hi-Impact Lemon Twist Yellow, the restored 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible is one of 29 Six-Barrel ‘Cuda convertibles produced in 1970 and one of 17 equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission. The interior features a wood-grain console, tachometer and an AM radio with an 8-track player. A 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS6 was restored to factory specifications during a professional three-year, fully documented restoration. It is finished in its factory-correct Tuxedo Black exterior over a Saddle interior and retains its original matching-numbers V8 engine with Chevrolet dealer-installed 4-speed manual transmission.
“Thirty years ago Barrett-Jackson recognized that the big-block American muscle cars of the 1960s and ‘70s were going to be in demand by the next generation of collectors,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Over the years, these American machines have become the crown jewels in collections worldwide. We’re proud to continue to roll some of the very best versions across the block this January.”
