5 Undervalued Dodge Challengers That Will Skyrocket in Price
Hagerty’s price guide has most of the modern Challengers we’re about to cover sliding right now — and according to the video’s host, that’s exactly why serious buyers should be paying attention before 2027. The classic mistake most buyers make is chasing a car when the headlines are loud and prices are peaking, then panicking when the market cools. That habit costs real money. The smarter play, the video argues, is to study the numbers while everyone else is looking away.
We’ve pulled together the key insights from this deep-dive video for our community, because the window on a few of these cars may be narrower than it looks. The host is upfront that his picks are predictions, not guarantees, and nothing here is financial advice. With that said, the market data he presents is worth every Challenger enthusiast’s attention. We’d encourage you to verify every figure against current sources before spending a dollar, because this market moves every quarter.
Here are five rare Challengers the video’s host says he’d watch right now — plus what he’d check before handing over a dime on any of them.
Based on the video above. Specs, prices and dates are as stated in the video and may have changed, so confirm anything important before you rely on it.
#5: The 2008 Challenger SRT8 First Edition — The Cheap First Chapter
A lot of buyers dismiss the 2008 Challenger SRT8 First Edition as just an 18-year-old car with an automatic. The video’s host says that’s exactly the wrong read. This is the car that brought the Challenger name back after roughly 25 years away. Dodge sold only the SRT8 trim that first year, and every single one carried a numbered dash plaque. Under the hood sat the 6.1 HEMI — a clean-sheet design rated at 425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque — bolted to a five-speed automatic with Autostick. Dodge built 6,400 for the US and 500 for Canada, with an original sticker of $37,995.
As of April 2nd, 2026, a First Edition with roughly 11,000 miles sold on Hagerty Marketplace for $22,203 — well under the original sticker price for a numbered, first-year car. The host describes this as the cheapest ticket on the list and calls it page one of the entire Challenger story. We’d agree that the combination of numbered provenance and that price point is hard to ignore for collectors watching this segment of the market.
Before buying, the video’s host says to match the plaque number to the window sticker, since the numbering is the whole story on this car. He’d also ask for transmission service records and feel how the five-speed shifts both hot and cold — a five-speed automatic working behind 425 horsepower earns its wear. Finally, pull the oil and coolant history, because a clean-sheet engine only stays healthy on clean fluids.
#4: The Challenger SRT Super Stock — The Quiet Drag Car
People call the Super Stock a Redeye with a sticker package. The video’s host says it’s considerably more than that. Dodge launched it for 2020 as a $3,000 package on the Hellcat Redeye Widebody, and a revised calibration pushed output to 807 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque, with the shift point moved up to 6,400 rpm on the TorqueFlite eight-speed. Dodge added a 3.09 final drive ratio, an asymmetrical limited-slip differential, lightweight Brembo brakes, and Nitto drag radials on 18×11 wheels. Dodge claimed 0–60 in 3.25 seconds and a 10.5-second quarter mile. The shorter final drive multiplies torque at the wheels for harder launches, and the limited-slip keeps both rear tires working when you get on it.
Across four model years, Dodge built roughly 1,500 Super Stocks total. For 2023, the number is approximately 250, though the host notes sources disagree — he’s seen figures of 246, 247, and 276. The package started at $79,595 in 2020. As of earlier this year, Kelley Blue Book’s fair purchase price on a 2022 Super Stock was listed at $62,700. The host notes that drag radials are built for grip, not longevity, so wear on a used example should be expected.
The video’s host says to get the window sticker and confirm the Super Stock package against the VIN. He’d ask what’s been done to the engine, because tuner builds exist and they change the car’s collector value. He’d also look over the rear differential and axle for any leaks, since hard launches load that drivetrain significantly. His standard: original, documented, and lightly used is the only way to own one.
#3: The 2023 Black Ghost — The Tribute With a Story
Some buyers assume the Black Ghost is just black paint. The video’s host is quick to correct that. Dodge built 300 of them as a tribute to Godfrey Qualls, a Detroit street racer and police officer who famously ran a black 1970 Challenger. The car starts as a Hellcat Redeye Widebody and carries the same 807 horsepower output shared by the Jailbreak and Super Stock. The roof wears a Gator Skin vinyl graphic as a nod to the original car. Base price was $99,315.
Here’s the uncomfortable number: in August, Motorious reported that Hagerty’s price guide had a good-condition Black Ghost at $123,000, down roughly 15% in a year. Hagerty’s own May 2026 look at Hellcats and Demons found the median value in excellent condition near $79,000, down from nearly $100,000 at the late 2023 peak. So why would anyone want one now? The video’s host points to a Hagerty writer’s July 2024 observation that Hellcats had returned to normal depreciation, and that the return they eventually deliver will be driven mainly by what you pay to get in. The comparison drawn was to low-mile Buick Grand Nationals that were parked new. Lower entry price, better long-term odds. The host frames this clearly as his read, not a guarantee — and says if you paid over sticker for one, this is a car you judge in 10 years, not 10 months.
What to check: confirm it’s a real Black Ghost on the window sticker, not just black paint and a badge. Inspect the roof vinyl for any lifting or previous repair, since that graphic is central to the car’s identity. Ask for tire and brake records — a supercharged car this heavy can wear both quickly. And ask whether the car has ever been through a dealer or tuner for a power upgrade, because the factory output is the number collectors are paying for.
#2: The 2023 Demon 170 — The Big Power Bet
A falling price on a car like the Demon 170 spooks a lot of buyers. The video’s host says that’s the wrong reaction — the market simply got ahead of itself. Dodge capped production at 3,300 units: 3,000 for the US and 300 for Canada. On E85, the Demon 170 makes 1,025 horsepower and 945 lb-ft of torque. It ran an NHRA-certified quarter mile of 8.91 seconds at 151 mph — Dodge called it the first factory production car to accomplish that. Staggered drag radials and widebody fenders came straight from the factory. Dodge announced pricing at $96,666 before fees, and every buyer had to sign a customer letter acknowledging it was a unique performance vehicle. The host explains the E85 advantage plainly: ethanol resists knock better than pump gas, so the engine can run more boost and timing — and that’s where the full power lives.
As of August, Hagerty’s price guide put a good-condition Demon 170 at $126,000, down 16% in a year. On August 14th, a 22-mile car brought $121,000 at Mecum — below the guide’s good-condition number. The host’s argument is straightforward: how many chances will you get at a car with 3,300 copies and a production line that’s permanently closed? Dodge ended V8 Challenger production in December 2023. We think that context matters a great deal when evaluating what a dip in asking prices actually means for a car like this.
The video’s host says to match the dash plaque number to the paperwork, ask what fuel the car was run on (it tells you how it was driven), and get both the customer letter and the window sticker. Rare, loud, and finally priced like a car instead of a rumor — his words, and we’d say they’re well chosen.
#1: The 2018 Dodge Demon — The One That Stopped Falling First
If there’s one car to remember from this entire breakdown, the video’s host says it’s the original 2018 Demon. Some buyers think it’s overpriced because the Demon 170 came later with more power. Others assume it can only go up. The host says neither view is right, and the numbers bear that out. Dodge built 3,300 total — 3,000 for the US and 300 for Canada — in one model year only. It came in 15 colors at $84,995 before destination, and every new buyer received a day at the Bob Bondurant Driving School. Dodge announced 808 horsepower and 717 lb-ft of torque; Hagerty’s price guide lists the output at 840 horsepower. The car also featured the SRT Power Chiller, a liquid-to-air chiller for the intercooler — cooler intake air means the engine holds its power pass after pass.
In January 2026, a 1,000-mile Demon hit a $95,000 high bid at Mecum Kissimmee but didn’t sell. In June, Auto Evolution reported a 28-mile car selling for $122,000. Critically, in August, Motorious reported that the older, rarer 2018 Demon has stopped falling while the Demon 170 has not. The high-water mark remains a rare spec car that sold for $286,000 with fees at Mecum Kissimmee in 2024. That divergence — the 2018 stabilizing while the 170 continues to correct — is exactly why it sits at number one on this list.
The video’s host is emphatic about documentation on this one: the Demon Crate, window sticker, and original packaging should all be present. The dash number must match the paperwork. And check the date codes on the tires — old rubber on a drag car is a genuine safety concern. His conclusion: rare, documented, and no longer falling. If he could only start with one car on this list, it’s a documented 2018 Demon — and he’d buy the paperwork before he bought the car. We think that’s sound advice for any rare Challenger purchase.
Tips and Best Practices for Buying a Collectible Challenger
The video reinforces a few principles that apply across all five of these cars, and we think they’re worth spelling out clearly for anyone seriously considering a purchase.
Documentation is everything. On every car listed here — the SRT8 First Edition, Super Stock, Black Ghost, Demon 170, and 2018 Demon — the window sticker, numbered dash plaque, and supporting paperwork are inseparable from the car’s value. A well-documented example moves faster and holds more. If the seller can’t produce the sticker and the numbers don’t match, walk away.
Know what the car has been through. Ask about fuel type (especially important on the Demon 170), tune history on the Super Stock, and power upgrades on the Black Ghost. Factory-correct, unmodified examples are what the collector market rewards. Note that modifications to any of these vehicles can affect warranty coverage and may be subject to local emissions and noise regulations — always check what applies in your area before making changes.
Treat falling prices as an entry point, not a warning sign. The video’s core argument is that the market overshot, and that correction creates opportunity for buyers who do their homework. Verify every price figure the host cites against current sources before you act — Hagerty, Mecum, and KBB numbers move every quarter, and what was accurate at filming may have shifted. If you’re buying one of these as a long-term hold, the host’s advice is to judge it over years, not months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many 2008 Challenger SRT8 First Editions were built?
According to the video’s host, Dodge built 6,400 for the US market and 500 for Canada. Every car carried a numbered plaque on the dash, which is a key part of its collector identity. Always confirm the plaque number matches the window sticker before purchasing.
What makes the 2018 Demon different from the 2023 Demon 170?
The 2023 Demon 170 produces more power — 1,025 horsepower on E85 — compared to the 2018 Demon’s announced 808 horsepower. However, the video’s host notes that as of August 2026, the 2018 Demon has stopped declining in value while the 170 is still correcting. Both were limited to 3,300 units, but the 2018 is a single model-year car, which adds to its rarity story. The 2018 also featured the SRT Power Chiller for sustained pass-after-pass performance.
Is the Black Ghost just a Hellcat Redeye with cosmetic extras?
No. While it is based on the Hellcat Redeye Widebody platform, the 2023 Black Ghost is a 300-unit limited production tribute to Godfrey Qualls and his legendary 1970 Challenger. It carries the full 807 horsepower output and includes unique exterior elements including the Gator Skin roof vinyl. Confirming authenticity via the window sticker — not just the badge — is essential when evaluating one.
Should I buy one of these Challengers as an investment?
The video’s host is clear that his picks are predictions, not guarantees, and nothing in his breakdown constitutes financial advice. We’d echo that completely. These are performance vehicles with real running and storage costs. The best approach is to verify all pricing data against current sources like Hagerty, Mecum results, and KBB before committing, and to buy the car you can document thoroughly and hold patiently. If you’re weighing a purchase, consulting a qualified appraiser familiar with the collector muscle car market is always a smart step.
Whether you already own one of these cars or you’re watching the market from the sidelines, the core lesson from the video is consistent: buy documented, buy patient, and don’t let a falling headline price spook you off a genuinely rare machine. The Challenger’s production run is closed, and cars like these don’t come around twice. If you’ve already got a rare Challenger in your garage, we’d love to see it — share your build in our Member Garage and let the community appreciate what you’ve got.
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