Whats a 66 Hemi Charger worth?

[Moparheaven]

Please give me your honest opinion of what you think this 66 Hemi Charge is worth.  Taking it in on trade.....Please help.

MH

[Moparheaven]

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[myk]

I'm almost afraid to ask-are you trading your 2nd 'gen and something else to get that 1st gen? 

[Mopar Nut]

 
One sold here last year for 12 grand, but the seller didn't know the value i'm sure. If it's a real hemi Charger and being a first year Charger w/hemi at least 50 grand to me.

[C_stripes]

Thats beautiful. The 66 HEMI Charger I had also had a dark blue interior. Was a blue car though... Not sure what they are worth, but if I had a lot of money, I would be glad to have it...

I think that the 66 HEMI Charger was the highest production HEMI car and they are probably about the least valuable. I sold mine in 2000 minus engine and trans for $3500 after advertising it in MCG for several months...

$50k is probably high

[Moparheaven]

One sold here last year for 12 grand, but the seller didn't know the value i'm sure. If it's a real hemi Charger and being a first year Charger w/hemi at least 50 grand to me.

Ok, that's in the ball park. Its supposed to be numbers survivor, fully documented from Galen. Could it be worth a little more? or 50K.

MH

[plasticman-32]

That's a nice car but in the economy we are in right now 12,000-18,000 just depending on we're your out and how your selling and what other features the car has
But it's a really beautiful car other wise

[plasticman-32]

Ok scratch that numbers all add up survived all that price gos up way way up but that's for someone who's a die hard 1 gen charger lover

I'd say 30-45 grand

[Moparheaven]

Wow, 12K to 18K. I did not expect that. Hmmm. That seems low. But I appreciate the feedback.

Thanks

[bull]

Not to be a nit-picker (well, maybe a little) but that's a '67.

$12k-$18k for the drivetrain maybe, on a good day. I'd say you're looking at $60k plus if you want the whole car, especially for one in that condition.

[1974dodgecharger]

Maybe 20k to the right person might take some time though but as a trade in they gonna give u 10k and try to sell for 15k to 20k range on dealer lot.

[Mopar Nut]

Wow, 12K to 18K. I did not expect that. Hmmm. That seems low. But I appreciate the feedback.

Thanks

There's a 66 383 Charger ( with a hemi now ) on CL, they're asking 28,000 plus.

http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/4036379492.html

[Moparheaven]

I'm almost afraid to ask-are you trading your 2nd 'gen and something else to get that 1st gen? 

No.... I like my 2nd Gen Chargers. I do like the fact that it is a Hemi car, But, I wish it was a 2nd gen car.

Do you ever think that the 1st Gen Chargers will ever go up in Value? I feel the 66-67 Coronets don't bring the Value either.

MH

[Moparheaven]

Not to be a nit-picker (well, maybe a little) but that's a '67.

Yeah, Looks like it but he has the 67 Fender Blinkers on it. But....it is a 66.

[Moparheaven]

Im not a Dealer. I just have a car that he wants that's worth more and he wants to trade this car towards it.

I don't think I could buy the drivetrain for 18k

Could I?

[bull]

Not to be a nit-picker (well, maybe a little) but that's a '67.

Yeah, Looks like it but he has the 67 Fender Blinkers on it. But....it is a 66.

Oh, I see. Is it the original engine? If not I'd say it's worth quite a bit less than my previous value. I don't think the first gens get too many Hemi transplants.

[cdr]

a 1966 h code is for a hemi,,,,h on a 67 is for a 383.  

[Moparheaven]

Yes, original engine and trans. Has lots of Documentation. Original Certicard too.

[bull]

According to NADA:

Original
MSRP Low
Retail Average
Retail High
Retail
Base Price N/A $31,000 $56,500 $99,900
Options: (change)
Hemi 426/425hp 2x4bbl   60% 60% 60%
TOTAL PRICE: N/A $49,600 $90,400 $159,840

[Moparheaven]

According to NADA:

Original
MSRP Low
Retail Average
Retail High
Retail
Base Price N/A $31,000 $56,500 $99,900
Options: (change)
Hemi 426/425hp 2x4bbl   60% 60% 60%
TOTAL PRICE: N/A $49,600 $90,400 $159,840

Ok, Thanks Bull
Do you think that a 66 Charger will ever bring 100k.

[bull]

According to NADA:

Original
MSRP Low
Retail Average
Retail High
Retail
Base Price N/A $31,000 $56,500 $99,900
Options: (change)
Hemi 426/425hp 2x4bbl   60% 60% 60%
TOTAL PRICE: N/A $49,600 $90,400 $159,840

Ok, Thanks Bull
Do you think that a 66 Charger will ever bring 100k.

No way. Those values seem pretty inflated to me but if it's as nice as it looks in the pics I could see it bringing the base price retail average of $56,500 they list, especially if you get rid of that steering wheel cover.

[Moparheaven]

According to NADA:

Original
MSRP Low
Retail Average
Retail High
Retail
Base Price N/A $31,000 $56,500 $99,900
Options: (change)
Hemi 426/425hp 2x4bbl   60% 60% 60%
TOTAL PRICE: N/A $49,600 $90,400 $159,840

Ok, Thanks Bull
Do you think that a 66 Charger will ever bring 100k.

No way. Those values seem pretty inflated to me but if it's as nice as it looks in the pics I could see it bringing the base price retail average of $56,500 they list, especially if you get rid of that steering wheel cover.

I hope the steering wheel is nice under that stoooopid cover.  I hope to drive it for a while and have fun with it. The 1st gen Charger was always a love/hate model for me. I think its been growing on me.

[Mopar Nut]

how miles does it have on it?

[Moparheaven]

73,000 is what he said. Prob rounding up or down by that number.

[JB400]

This one was listed for $55k   http://www.memorylaneclassiccars.com/66charger/1966_dodge_charger_426_hemi.htm

This one listed and sold for $110k http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/displaycar.php?stock=4380&location=STL

This one is listed at $70k  http://www.cars-on-line.com/35994.html

And this one is listed at $28.5 k without the original engine.  http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/4036379492.html

Just to give you an idea of what other cars are selling for.  Personally, I think somewhere between the $50k and $65k for this car depending on options and if it is numbers matching.

[Moparheaven]

This one was listed for $55k   http://www.memorylaneclassiccars.com/66charger/1966_dodge_charger_426_hemi.htm

This one listed and sold for $110k http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/displaycar.php?stock=4380&location=STL

This one is listed at $70k  http://www.cars-on-line.com/35994.html

And this one is listed at $28.5 k without the original engine.  http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/cto/4036379492.html

Just to give you an idea of what other cars are selling for.  Personally, I think somewhere between the $50k and $65k for this car depending on options and if it is numbers matching.

WOW!!!
Thanks for the great Information. That really helps. I will check those out.

Thanks again!!!
HP

[chargerboy69]

A friend of mine sold his 1966 Hemi Charger a couple years ago. . . I believe he got around $48,000.00 for it.  It was a fresh, complete, nut and bolt restoration, the bottom was as shiny as the top.  It took him nearly six months to sell as he started out over $100.  Now, to be fair, it was a couple years ago, and the car market was much lower than it is today.  

That is a beautiful car, I am guessing $40,000.00 - $45,000.00.

[Ghoste]

Nice car.  Some little things but if you are thinking about investment more than keeper they are important because most likely the only way to ever hit big money with a fastback Charger is with someone really into them and they will likely notice these things.  It has the 67 front spears on the fenders, it has a lot of aftermarket guages which tell me the factory ones don't work (do the headlights) and someone has put woodgrain on the center console where it should have brushed aluminum.
Good stuff, looks clean, power windows, single pot master cylinder (I am talking about that ONLY from an investment/purist pov, if you want a driver that becomes a minus), documentation, and of course the Hemi.
To me, that car exists somewhere between driver and investment, which for myself would be an ideal compromise.  That said, in my own highly unqualified opinion, its a 40 to 50k car.  I think the very best one in the world is an 80k car right now but I could be waaaaaay off base.  They are beautiful and fun but they will never bring what the other Hemi cars do.  Not until someone makes a cult classic car chase film featuring one and I don't see it happening.  When other Hemi cars were trading routinely in 6 figures and just the mention of the word Hemi made buyers instinctively start making out blank checks, the 66-67 Hemi Chargers went 25 to 30 with great examples hitting 50 or so.  The strange thing is, that once the other ones hit the stratosphere and the bubble burst, people started looking at them as a cheap way to get a Hemi car and they rose in value in the last little while.  I bet if someone had tracked them and did the math they rose at a higher percentage than the others but they still are way undervalued and I think they'll stay that way for some time.  My prediction is that some day they will hit the 100k mark but when they do the other Hemi cars will all be bringing over 200.
Just an opinion though and I am NOT the expert.

[C_stripes]

Keep in mind, trade value is also significantly lower than retail... And just because a car is advertised at $60k, doesn't mean it's worth or sold at $60k.

$.02

[Scaregrabber]

Some ridiculous estimates here. I agree somewhere between $45k to $60k depending. You have to check everything over, carb #'s intake, distributor, rad etc. No one can really give a guess without a full-on inspection. It really looks like a neat car with great colours and those PW.

Sheldon

[Speedfreak]

Real ones have never broken 50K on eBay, so take it that in consideration.  Sales there are always a good barometer of what you can expect to get.  The real desirable models, at least #2 or better can break 110K, unfortunately this is not one of those.  I still like it.

The last 1966 Hemi Charger, auto, needed a little work, #3, bid for 24K and sold a few months ago.

[71green go]

Some ridiculous estimates here. I agree somewhere between $45k to $60k depending. You have to check everything over, carb #'s intake, distributor, rad etc. No one can really give a guess without a full-on inspection. It really looks like a neat car with great colours and those PW.

Sheldon

Agreed anyone saying $18,000 and more so $10,000 find me a couple like that for that price.....my god guys ask more than that for small block 73 up 3rd gens....$45-$60 sounds right

[Speedfreak]

opps!

[1974dodgecharger]

Keep in mind, trade value is also significantly lower than retail... And just because a car is advertised at $60k, doesn't mean it's worth or sold at $60k.

$.02

Exactly and for him to do a trade in you know damn well stealers hips will max give him 10k in a sunny day.

[Homerr]

Listed for $60k  http://www.premium-motors.com/view_vehicle.html?vehicle_id=676

[Ghoste]

At a dealer so that shows it right there as they typically list these cars for thousands more than they bring anywhere else.

[ACUDANUT]

I could have bought one in Indy, back in the late 90's for 10k.

[Ghoste]

Yeah but Hemi Cuda convertibles at that time only  brought what, 75k?

[Moparheaven]

Thank you all for the Great information. You guys are fantastic. I love all the different points of view and opinions. Im getting the feedback that I was hoping for.

It puts my mind at ease to say the least. I personally really like 66-67 Chargers. But they have NEVER brought the Money that the 2nd gen cars have, or even close. Don't get me wrong..... my favorite car is the 69 Charger so... But the 66-67 Coronets are the same way.

I had a 66 Coronet 500 vert 383 auto car.. Loved it. Practically had to BEG the new buyer to buy it. That was 5 years ago. I wish I had it back..

Anyway THANK YOU to all... I love the feedback.

MH

[Ghoste]

A 67 Coronet WO clone (since I'll not likely ever be able to afford a real one) is definitely on my "someday" list.

[Moparheaven]

My vert

[Ghoste]

 

[Moparheaven]

Thanks... I wish I still had it.... working on a 68 Coronet 500 383 4spd Convertible right now. Hope to drive it this spring.

[Moparheaven]

It has the 67 front spears on the fenders, it has a lot of aftermarket guages which tell me the factory ones don't work (do the headlights) and someone has put woodgrain on the center console where it should have brushed aluminum.

It comes with a whole new set of gauges and complete dash (new) The woodgrain on the Console, Woodgrain didn't come out till 69 did it?

I will check on the carbs.
Mh

[Ghoste]

No, the fastbacks had a brushed aluminum plate on the consoles.

[Musicman]

Like Ghoste said earlier, it's a nice look'n 66, but there are a number of after the fact pieces seen in those pic's.
Of course, there's no such thing as a numbers matching 66 anyway, so with that said, it's still a great car that can easily be restored to original spec's. 

[1974dodgecharger]

Like Ghoste said earlier, it's a nice look'n 66, but there are a number of after the fact pieces seen in those pic's.
Of course, there's no such thing as a numbers matching 66 anyway, so with that said, it's still a great car that can easily be restored to original spec's. 

To some people it is, the numbers matching lol.  I hear old timers say it all the time how they got a numbers matching charger 66.