Dodge St. Regis
The last of the full-size R-body flagships, defined by its retractable headlight covers and smooth boulevard ride.
- Power
- 135 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.5 s
- Top speed
- 105 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$15k
About the Dodge St. Regis
The Dodge St. Regis was introduced in 1979 as a downsized replacement for the Monaco, built on the R-body platform. Despite being smaller than its predecessor, it arrived during the second oil crisis, which severely hampered sales of large American sedans. It is most famous for its distinctive transparent, retractable headlight covers and its heavy use in police fleets, though officers often found the emissions-choked engines underpowered for pursuit. As Chrysler's final traditional full-size rear-wheel-drive sedan of the era, it remains a rare piece of Mopar history.
Dodge St. Regis specs
The Dodge St. Regis produces 135 bhp (101 kW) and 332 Nm (245 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.5 seconds and has a top speed of 105 mph (169 km/h).
| Make | Dodge |
|---|---|
| Model | St. Regis |
| Trim | 5.2 V8 |
| Years | 1979–1981 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Sedan |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 64,502 built |
| Original price | About $6,800 when new |
| Engine | 5.2-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,211 cc (5.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 135 bhp (101 kW) at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 332 Nm (245 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.5 s |
| Top speed | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,730 kg (3,814 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 78 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Dodge St. Regis worth?
A typical Dodge St. Regis is estimated to be worth $5,000 – $15,000 (about £3,700 – £11,000).
Its original price when new was about $6,800.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Dodge St. Regis rarity in CarSpot
The Dodge St. Regis is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 32 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Dodge St. Regis fun facts
- The St. Regis was the final Dodge model to be produced at the historic Lynch Road Assembly plant in Detroit before it closed in 1981.
- The California Highway Patrol famously rejected their 1980 St. Regis fleet, nicknamed 'dog cars', because they could barely exceed 100 mph with a lightbar.
- Its retractable headlight covers were a design carry-over from the 1978 Dodge Magnum personal luxury coupe.