A nearly new Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 sold for just $128,000—barely above MSRP—revealing a dramatic collapse in its market value.
At a Glance
- A low‑mileage Demon 170 (45 miles) sold on Bring a Trailer for $128,000, only $6,000 above the original MSRP.
- The car originally fetched as much as $200k+ at peak demand during its limited launch.
- Only 3,300 Demon 170 units were built, with this example being number 1,814.
- The model produces up to 1,025 hp on E85 and sprints 0–60 mph in just 1.66 seconds.
- The sale highlights a rapid market correction for ultra‑high‑performance muscle cars.
Auction Shockwaves
A Pitch Black Demon 170 with just 45 miles on the odometer recently sold for $128,000 on Bring a Trailer, according to Carscoops—marking a dramatic drop from prices over $200,000 seen on the same platform earlier. Built as part of a limited run of 3,300 units, this example is chassis number 1,814. Features such as red Laguna leather seats, carbon‑fiber trim, and the 1,025‑hp E85 powertrain added to its allure—but did not prevent the steep price decline.
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The Demon’s Specs and Specs Slump
The Demon 170 stands apart as the ultimate iteration of the Challenger line: its supercharged 6.2‑liter V8 delivers a monstrous 1,025 hp (945 lb‑ft torque) on E85, and can hit 60 mph in an astonishing 1.66 seconds, with an 8.91‑second quarter‑mile at 151 mph. Despite these feats, it’s now trading close to base MSRP—a sign the early buyer frenzy has fizzled, even for muscle car royalty.
Once commanding premiums of $200k+ during its debut, the model’s market correction reveals just how quickly a vehicle once seen as a collector’s dream can revert to practical pricing. Carscoops noted the drop as one of the fastest seen in the enthusiast auction world this year.
Market Recalibration
The dramatic selloff reflects evolving buyer sentiment: enthusiasts chasing raw performance may be retreating as peak prices fade. While the Demon 170 remains one of the fastest production muscle cars ever made, collectors appear wary of paying steep premiums. Carscoops emphasized this auction “was only $6,000 more than the original MSRP,” signaling a broader reset.
With only 3,300 units ever built, the supply remains limited—but the value proposition has shifted dramatically. For buyers on the sidelines, the current market may represent a rare chance to own a near‑new Demon 170 without the sticker shock that defined its launch.