Think about purchasing a Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 for less than what it originally cost. That’s exactly what happened recently when one, that had been driven only 132 miles sold at auction for $128,000. The seller clearly recognized vehicles by the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when they purchased the vehicle, as they paid $134,600 for it. This is no ordinary muscle car, it is the best of the best. The car came with factory additions such as carbon-fiber wheels, parachute, premium audio, and full luxury trim, so it is surprising that it sold for less than it did. The up and down, rollercoaster ride of the Collector Car world is certainly coming back into view!
A Dodge Demon 170 Sold for Less Than MSRP… Seriously?
Consider this: A 2024 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, with only 132 miles, auctioned for $128,000. You think, wow, that's a lot—and it is, until you check the MSRP of $134,605. Remember, this is not your typical used car exchange. This is one of the craziest muscle cars to ever be built, and one sold for less than it cost brand new.
- 1,025 horsepower beast
- 132 miles driven
- With carbon-fiber wheels and drag-spec options
- Sold for $6,000 under MSRP
Loaded With Goodies, But That Didn’t Help the Price
This wasn't a base version. It had carbon-fiber wheels, a parachute kit, a premium red leather interior and even Harman Kardon speakers. Don't forget the exclusive decanter set that Dodge sent us as a collector item. This says value - and yet it didn't stop the price from going down.
- Parachute mount, CF wheels = $24K in options
- Red Laguna leather seats
- Factory drag radials included
- Signed packaging and presentation set
So Why Did This Happen?
Only a year ago, Demon 170s were going for anywhere from $160K to over $200K at auction. The hype is fading. Why? The market is cooling. Owners are getting cautious with high-interest rates, which is causing a decline in buyers. And since there are over 3,300 Demon 170s available now, the supply/demand imbalance is starting to favor supply.
- Fewer flippers are buying Demons for a quick profit
- More inventory is starting to show up at auction
- Some collectors are switching to EVs or JDM cars
- Car loans are much more expensive with high-interest rates
2024 Dodge Demon 170 Specs
| Feature | Detail |
| Engine | 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 |
| Horsepower | 1,025 hp (on E85) |
| Torque | 945 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 1.66 seconds |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| MSRP | $134,605 |
| Auction Sale Price | $128,000 |
| Mileage (on sale) | 132 miles |
| Key Options | Carbon-fiber wheels, red Laguna leather, parachute kit |
Final Thoughts
The Dodge Demon 170 was never just a vehicle; it was a statement, an inferno of a farewell to the muscle segment. Now that one has sold under MSRP, the hype seems to have evaporated.
To car fans, this is still one of the most extreme street-legal cars to ever be produced. To those who invest and collect, the market is showing yellow lights. Once hot prices are easing, demand is flat, and emotion buys are taking over from quick flips. But, you can own a 1,025-hp monster for less than sticker? If you have your heart in it, and not your wallet, it's a bargain.
