There is a belief amongst some classic car enthusiasts that the steady stream of barn and shed finds that we see today could slow to a trickle, and eventually dry up completely. I don’t subscribe to that theory. Our population is continuing to grow, and our towns and cities are expanding further into rural areas. Country properties are being bought, subdivided, and the existing buildings are being cleared and demolished. That opens the possibility of more cars potentially being found, not less. In our cities and major towns, aging residents eventually reach the point where they need to move to aged care facilities or in with family members to receive the care and support that they need. This means that those significant possessions that have been squirreled away for years in garages and sheds must be moved or sold. That’s another potential source of automotive gold. That means that more classics like this 1968 Dodge Super Bee could be lurking in dusty corners, just waiting to be discovered. This one has been found, and it has now been brought back to life. It is looking for a new home where it can be cared for by a devoted owner. The Dodge is located in Atlanta, Georgia, and has been listed for sale here on Facebook. This beauty can be all yours for $60,000.
Now that’s what I call a transformation! The once dusty Red Dodge now presents beautifully. The owner is short on information about the revival process for this classic, but I believe that the coating of dust might have hidden a reasonably pleasant surprise.
The owner provided at least one photo of the vehicle when it was pulled from storage, and there is no visible rust in that photo. That seems to be the case still today, although the quality of the supplied photos makes it hard to state this categorically. However, the Super Bee has been treated to at least a partial repaint, because the hood wasn’t Black when it emerged from the barn. The paint shines beautifully, while all of the correct badges and stripes are present. These appear to be in excellent condition, and there are no visible flaws with the glass. When the Dodge was found, it was wearing Magnum 500 wheels. It still wears this type of wheel today, although I don’t know whether these are new or if they are the old ones that have been restored.
This Dodge is a numbers-matching vehicle and comes equipped with a 383ci V8, backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. In good health, this is an engine capable of producing 335hp. The 1968 Super Bee provided its lucky owner with pretty brutal performance. Any time that you talk about a car that can break the 15-second barrier for the ¼ mile fresh off the showroom floor, then you are talking about brutal performance. The Super Bee should complete that journey in 14.3 seconds. That is not slow by any stretch of the imagination. Once again, the owner doesn’t provide us with a wealth of information. However, if appearance count for anything, then it looks encouraging when we consider the Dodge’s mechanical health. What the owner does say is that the odometer is showing 24,000 miles. It isn’t clear whether he claims this reading to be original, and whether he holds evidence to confirm this.
As is the case with the exterior, the interior shots that the owner provides are sadly lacking. What we can see is that the interior does appear to be original, with no aftermarket additions. The upholstery, trim, and carpet all seem to be in good condition. What can be seen of the Rally gauges appears to indicate clear lenses and no damage to the gauge cluster itself. About the only flaw that I can spot is a sizeable crack in the wheel. This could potentially be restored, although reproduction wheels can be bought for under $500.
I wish that the owner of this 1968 Super Bee was a bit more forthcoming with the information in his listing. My theory is that this is not a cheap car, and the lack of information is not helping his cause when it comes to luring a potential buyer. For me, the price is getting up towards the top end of what you might expect to pay for a ’68 Super Bee. That means that a seller should be doing all that they can to encourage potential buyers. Has this one done enough to encourage you?
For 60 grand , there should be a close up video. Looks like hood, bumpers changed , and something on grill added? I can not tell what is is. No underneath photos for 60k. No way.
I would say that is a Superbee emblem that was added.
yup, just take it off if you dont like it.
Message me and ill send them over. 20 photo limit on FB
No
Only A12 super bees and roadrunners and AAR Cudas and TA cHallengers had flat black hoods. Not sure why everyone feels the need to paint all mopars hoods black
Not sure why the need to paint the hood black and add a 69 Superbee grill emblem. It’s not an A12
previous owner did it, not me
Nice car, for 1/3 the price, give or take. As of now, they are on a fishing expedition.
I wouldn’t do a thing to it other than make sure the mechanicals and brakes were fuctioning as they should, then drive it.
Steve R
To much money for so little information and no pictures!! Good luck with that!!!
Come on, $60K for a 383 car, too funny. Lol
60k ? Hardly. I would not go 20k for it.
more like 6000 LMAO
That’s a sharp Dodge there. Magnum 500 wheels really put an explanation point on what it is. Drive it like the bucking bronco of a car it is, edgy, always a gear too low so the engine makes itself known, ha ha. By the way, is that the stock shifter? From my angle it appears to be short, which is a good thing. Too expensive in the asking, as many of these cars are, but he hasn’t sold it yet.
One word, Sharp…
It looks like the stock shifter. Look at the last picture in the ad, you can see it from a different angle. It reaches well above the bottom seat cushion.
Steve R
Yes stock shifter as its a completely stock car. Is all # matching. Thank you
In reference to that front plate, I don’t remember ” Dodge, depend on it,” but I do remember “Extra care in engineering” from the early 70s TV commercials.
He has now ruined a *supposedly* original hood. Nice car, for about $20-25K. $60K? He can pound sand.
The hood didn’t look right in the before photos (sprung? alignment?) Still doesn’t look right after the rattle-can black treatment.
the hood was up. All body lines are perfect
Pounding sand as we speak friend
Its nice. My favorite year and version, i prefer the Coronet over the Charger. That said and as mentioned why would you paint the what looks like a fine hood black?
Is this actually worth 60k?
i understand the “automotive gold” part. what i don’t understand is the “gold pricing” i’ve seen some of these on jack stands, rusted out, missing everything but has “great potential” someone enlighten me. you’re right. there is an aging generation that put these cars away for decades with the hope of driving/reviving them. alas, too many are passing away, not to see it. very sad. unfortunately family members see it as a quick flip/buck. there is a great movement to rural areas. peace and quiet. and some are finding hidden treasures. i guess it’s like anything else that someone will pay what someone thinks it’s worth. stay safe.
Definately sporting Cragar SS wheels on the front in the barn find picture, not Magnum 500.
It was on jack stands. I’m the owner of the car
good point, given what He’s asking for it I’d want to see verification on the fender tag/build sheet that the car came equipped with those magnum 500’s. also painting the hood flat black and along the rockers, wth is that?
for the $60 grand they’re asking I’d want to see verification of those magnum 500’s on the fender tag/build sheet ☺
As far as the barn find phenomenon going away, I don’t think so, but the cars found will be newer over time…
News flash – fisherman finds Dodge Super Bee – and tries to flip it for enough dollars for a new bass boat !
News flash – poor people can’t afford the super bee so they go and slander it on the internet
News flash, I already bought one, for a lot less that!
In re reading these comments, especially those of “the cars owner”, the tone of the responses are very inflammatory.
The comments posted herein are genuine asks regarding what would be many peoples holy grail car and afford it or not 60k is a large sum of money of which even the most liberal spenders would scrutinize the validity of the cars origin.
Lastly, within your comments you proclaim the cars originality and then admit to the addition of emblems and the quite obvious ruining of the cars originality by painting the hood mat black. Makes everyone wonder what else is behind the curtain.
Good on you for finding a desirable car, shame in you for being aggressive and just another flipper.
Kyle, this is a really nice car, and I am sure you are probably upset by how these guys are reacting to the car. Don’t take it personally. Look at their criticisms as ideas on what you can do to make the car more marketable for the money you want.
I personally think the car is overpriced. It would have to be a drop top for me to think the price is reasonable. But someone out there will pay the price. Just be patient.
If you have this much in it, it isn’t the fault of these guys that you might have over paid. If that is the case, keep the car & get some value out of enjoyment.
If you are flipping it for profit, you might have to reduce your margin on this one. That might suck, but hopefully you don’t lose money. However if you are going to lose money, keep it & enjoy it for a bit, then lose some money but make it up off something else.
Either way, it is a nice car. And remember, the guys aren’t attacking you personally. At least they weren’t until you started to get snippy back at them. That kinda got them fired up. Doing that will never help you sell a car lol.