Plymouth Superbird
The high-winged NASCAR homologation special that lured Richard Petty back to Plymouth.
- Power
- 375 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.8 s
- Top speed
- 150 mph
- Est. value
- $128k–$325k
About the Plymouth Superbird
Developed to dominate NASCAR's superspeedways, the Superbird was a radical aerodynamic evolution of the Plymouth Road Runner. Its most striking features—a 19-inch nose cone and a towering 24-inch rear wing—were designed to provide stability and downforce at speeds exceeding 200 mph. While the 426 Hemi was the racing flagship, the 440 Super Commando offered more tractable street performance for the 1,935 units required by homologation rules. Its extreme styling was initially polarizing, leading many to sit unsold in 1970, but it has since become one of the most iconic and valuable symbols of the muscle car era.
Plymouth Superbird specs
The Plymouth Superbird produces 375 bhp (280 kW) and 651 Nm (480 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.8 seconds and has a top speed of 150 mph (241 km/h).
| Make | Plymouth |
|---|---|
| Model | Superbird |
| Trim | 440 Super Commando |
| Years | 1970 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 1,935 built |
| Original price | About $4,300 when new |
| Engine | 7.2-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,210 cc (7.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 375 bhp (280 kW) at 4,600 rpm |
| Torque | 651 Nm (480 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.8 s |
| Top speed | 150 mph (241 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,742 kg (3,840 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 215 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Plymouth Superbird worth?
A typical Plymouth Superbird is estimated to be worth $128,000 – $325,000 (about £95,000 – £242,000).
Its original price when new was about $4,300.
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
Plymouth Superbird rarity in CarSpot
The Plymouth Superbird is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 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.
Plymouth Superbird fun facts
- The Superbird's signature 'Beep-Beep' horn was officially licensed from Warner Bros. to mimic the Road Runner cartoon character.
- The rear wing was so tall not just for aerodynamics, but to allow the boot lid to open fully without hitting the spoiler.
- NASCAR's 1971 rule changes effectively banned 'aero cars' by limiting their engine displacement to 305 cubic inches, ending the Superbird's career after one year.
