In past Barrett-Jackson auctions, you might have noticed how attendees and spectators alike just love a good Mopar. With the Barrett-Jackson Inaugural Columbus Auction happening in a few days, it’s worth highlighting one of the most interesting Mopars that will be hitting the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds June 25-27, 2026: this rotisserie-restored 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T convertible.
Among mid-size muscle car convertibles in the era, there weren’t many that were rarer than the 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T convertible — only 296 were built. Of those, only 236 were built for the U.S. market, and only 16 of those were equipped with the 440 Six Pack. That’s another distinction this car has: it’s the rarest 440 Six Pack built save the few released to the public for 1972 before it was cancelled.
Then there’s the restyle Dodge stylists gave the Coronet for 1970. Sure, it’s a polarizing affair up front, but it’s a perfectly aggressive face you’d want while overtaking a competitor at the drag strip. In addition, the new rear flanks with their accentuated Coke-bottle styling added to the Coronet’s more muscular look. Add the addition of several Hi Impact colors, five choices of stripes, two versions of scooped hoods, and those nifty simulated brake scoops (standard for 1970), and the 1970 Coronet R/T comes off as quite the unique collectible considering the sales leaders were selling 40,000-plus units each.
In addition to the 440 Six Pack, this “EB5” Bright Blue metallic 1970 Dodge Coronet R/T convertible is equipped with console-shifted TorqueFlite automatic, White bucket seat interior, and White “Bumblebee” stripe. The recipient of a restoration that would make most restoration folks retire, this mighty Mopar has been driven only 388 miles since restoration, meaning it still retains its as-new condition.
The upcoming Barrett-Jackson Inaugural Columbus Auction will give you the opportunity to put this Mopar in your garage — click here to register to bid. If you simply wish to attend, you can purchase your tickets here.
