Compared to other Chrysler B-Body muscle cars of the era, the Dodge Super Bee is one of the rarer offerings, with just over 18,000 built for the 1970 model year. That’s still quite a few, but the car’s close corporate cousin, the Plymouth Road Runner, managed to sell more than twice as many units during the exact same period, and that was after production dropped over 50% from the previous year. However, the most important low number for this 1970 Dodge Super Bee here on eBay has to do with its color, the coveted Panther Pink hue, of which some 40 examples are believed to have been made. This one’s in Celeste, Texas, and it’s not cheap, with the buy-it-now price set at $144,900, but there’s also the option to make an offer. Great find, Curvette, and thanks for your excellent tip here!
The seller shares that his Super Bee has been rotisserie-restored to the correct specifications, with fender tag code FM3 confirming that this car indeed left the St. Louis assembly plant wearing Panther Pink paint, also known as Moulin Rouge over at Plymouth in 1970. The condition of the sheet metal and finish is said to be nearly flawless, and even after a close look at all the photos, it’s hard to find anything anywhere outside to criticize. Codes V6X and V1X indicate that the longitudinal stripes and black vinyl top are also correct, but this one’s been painted the same body color underneath, which I can certainly appreciate, although it wouldn’t have come from the factory this way.
Three different engine sizes were available in 1970, starting with the 383 big block, which is what’s under the hood here. Transmission choices included a 4-speed manual or the 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic, with this car featuring the latter, and it’s said to be a correct date-code component. Things in the bay look just about as clean as they were when this Mopar was new, and the seller states that this car runs and drives great. Other possibilities here in ’70 included a 440 Six Pack or the mighty 426 Hemi, but the 383 Magnum was no slouch, offering 335 HP and an exhilarating 425 lb-ft of torque.
The interior’s condition is described as fantastic, and it retains the proper bucket seats, console, and AM radio. It’s also a plus that this one’s a factory A/C car, with another option being the three-speed wipers. This appears to be one fine 1970 Dodge Super Bee, which seems either ready to drive or to spend most of its time in the safety of the next owner’s garage. I’d love to have this Panther Pink beauty as a mainstay in my collection, but upwards of $150k is a lot of cash, and it’s beyond this old guy’s disposable income. For enthusiasts with deeper pockets, is this one priced at or near a reasonable cost for what you’re getting here?
Again, this was one of the “Hugh Impact” colors for 1970. Let’s see, there was, Goofy Grape, Loudmouth Lime(me), Rootin’ Tootin’ Raspberry, Injun Orange,( that one is questionable these days) wait,, that was those powder drinks we just ate the powder, but indeed, this was Pink Panther, capitalizing on the cartoon no doubt. I don’t mean to categorize the ladies choices, but this car screams “one fast lady” drove this. A guy wouldn’t be caught dead in a car this color and automatic in 1970. Just the way it was.
I know, got all bent out of shape, again, on the Road Runner, I’d like to say I don’t care about price, said it a dozen times, it’s a tough nut to crack, folks. Is this,,machine,,,worth $150grand? It certainly is a pristine example of one, unlike that RR. With as much turmoil that’s going on today, $150,000 dollar automobiles aren’t going to help us at all. I guess we’ll let history take its course, huh? Beautiful car, nose hit.
High Impact colors. Not sure who Hugh Impact was,,,
I think “Hugh” was the guy who came up with the colors and the names. I actually knew what you meant Howard. Anyone whos read my posts long enough know I fat finger my phones keyboard constantly. Heck, you should see some of the emails I send for my company!!! I really need to proofread better before hitting the send button.
Was it Howard Hugh ?
Howard is referring to Funny Face drink mixes, made by Pillsbury. Like Kool-Aid but with the sweetener already mixed in. I still have the Goofy Grape pitcher and several of the plastic mugs from when we were kids.
I will say, a Dodge Super Bee is a nice change of pace, nothing against Road Runners or anything else, just that you don’t see many of them. And in Panther Pink nonetheless. As a kid I was a huge Pink Panther cartoon fan and still to this day if I need a good laugh, I really enjoy watching Peter Sellers do his thing bringing Inspector Clouseau to life. “Does your Dog bite?” In that fake French accent gets me every time. Anyways enough side tracking.
This is a great write up Mike and I’m glad you did it and featured this Super Bee on here. That is indeed a rare and bright color and lets face it, if you were to take this anywhere, you’d have no problems finding it in a parking lot today with a sea of black, grey and white cars. Its beautifully done. Eye watering price though.
That is not my dog, gol’ dang, Dave, that was the funniest movie,,
NICE!!!
Nice!! I’d be afraid to drive it. Being totally honest. Too nice for my PA roads. Cool color
Another car from the dealer in Texas, second today, the other was the yellow 440 Six Pack 1970 Road Runner.
It’s nice, but $144,900 is an eye watering amount for a 383 Super Bee, no matter the color.
Steve R
Agree Steve. As soon as i saw the price i knew who was selling it his prices are beyond reason but would not surprise if he gets this price or very close.
Might take a year or two, they don’t seem to have a problem waiting for that one person to come along, based on the length of time some of the cars have been listed for sale.
Steve R
A fool and his money are soon parted
Agree….at least they’re getting better at placing them for pictures…..stay tuned for that 1970 Turbine Bronze to come up for sale.
Yeah, I usually don’t complain about the listings here on BF, but enough is enough from this overpriced dealership. Let’s move on, please.
Agree with Steve, no surprise there, but for a 383 car (and not even a 4 speed) that’s a ton of money. Gotta be a real fan of pink to spend that kinda green.
I had bought a 1970 Dodge Superbee back 25 years ago from the original owners family. It also had a 383 but it had the N96 (dual functioning air scoops) on the hood. I had restored it and did a color change to FC7 Plum Crazy Purple, from its original white exterior. I liked the comfort and ride quality on these “B” bodies, compared to the “E” bodies of the Cuda’s and Challengers. I love and would like to own a FM3 E body or B body but let’s be honest here about the 145k price tag. It’s a 383 and I noticed the clock and another gauge not working. It’s a shame that dealers and sellers are shooting for the moon, but if I guess if someone wants to pay that then it is what it is.
I love the split grill on this unique year. Would be a fantastic car to drive around in, on the weekend. $145k? Ouch! It looks like it’s been restored to better-than-new, though – that kinda attention to detail has a price tag. I can well imagine what kinda $um a 426-manwell would fetch.
Looks great, should take it to a big name auction where the drinks are made strong. The seller has others more pricey than this.
Please remove the go wing. Unless it came from the factory. I’m allowed to say this because in 1975 I placed one on the back of my 340 duster. Needless to say it did nothing but put holes in the trunk lid.
This brought back a memory. Does anyone else remember getting SuperbBee and Road Runner stickers from the dealerships? I wish I had those now. They were pretty cool for a young lad to be able to show to his buddies.
Love the fact this one made it out alive and into the present day. I know of 3 of these FM3 cars and only one got saved properly and respected. A sunroof model Bee sits in the woods around 100 miles from me and is rusted to the top of the door handles. Holeeee kind of rust. The FM3 Dart 340 – 4 speed finally got pulled from the salvage yard it went to back in ’73 after a very bad right side hit to the A pillar which crushed the dash in about a foot to the steering wheel side. Believe it or not, the guy who owned it and sold it to the salvage yard, came back and got it and it is being restored today ! Only the local hemi cuda ragtop was treated right and went out to the east coast a dozen years or so after huge money was exchanged……
Even today as we see muscle car prices on a ‘pull back’, I don’t think buying this at big money is a mistake. Just how many of the 40 could be left ?
Love the car, and thanks for the write up !
Just a typo I am thinking in the article, but the Moulin Rouge mentioned was the color PLYMOUTH gave it’s FM3 paint code, as Dodge used the Panther Pink name.
I once read Chrysler Corp. had bought enough of this pink paint to do up around 2200 ? cars, including the A bodies along with B and E models most associated with it. I did once see a full size Sport Fury which was claimed to be original with only one repaint (unverified). It had white vinyl interior and a white top; I think the black accented cars seemed a bit more ‘masculine’ than the white accented did. But really ANY of the high impact colors would look great on a MOPAR in my garage
You’re right- thank you!
Pretty in Pink. I think I would prefer Plum Crazy Purple myself.
again, with the i really don’t want to sell price from this same dealer. world events right now are going to put a smack down on the car hobby and we may see it at the upcoming auctions. only the stupidly rich people with bottomless pockets are spending money. average joes are not
The ducktail spoiler was a factory option, not my preference but a lot of people like them. This is priced for a Bitcoin millionaire, people with more $ than they know what to do with. I had a 69 Bee in high school, $500 for a base 383 AT model, green with white tail stripe. My bro in law told me I’d wreck it, he was right. I did find another one 4 years ago, it’s debatable whether I will get to it or not. I’m retired so chances are improving, can’t decide to keep it yellow or make it green like my high school ride.
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Actually, MoPars ARE painted body-color underneath…perhaps not as thoroughly as this one has been but, they were painted all over. An all-black undercarriage is totally incorrect for a MoPar.
Beautiful car
$144,900. Yeah, sure.
It seems like a lotta money, indeed it is. However in its’ favour are the high impact colour, genuine rarity and the claim it is fully restored.
If you wanted another genuine pink Super Bee where would you find one? And what would be the cost to restore it? There cannot be more than 20 left in either good condition, or able to be restored economically. Where do you find someone willing to sell. Scarcity not rarity drives the price up. Too expensive for me, but somebody might not agree
Very nice clean Mopar here but WOW on the price!! To bad it is not a 4 speed.
I can guarantee that the dealer (seller) paid much less. That’s the problem with our hobby when money is involved.