The 1969 Dodge Coronet Super Bee is an icon of classic American muscle, and this particular example, crossing the Mecum Kissimmee auction block on January 11th, 2025, is nothing short of spectacular. From a meticulous 4,000-hour rotisserie restoration to a powerhouse HEMI® engine upgrade, this Super Bee combines vintage charm with modern performance.
At its heart lies a freshly built 7.0-liter (426 cubic-inch) HEMI V8 engine crafted by Best Machine in Farmington, Michigan. This engine features Diamond pistons, a nitrided Comp Cams hydraulic camshaft, a race-balanced rotating assembly, and a Total Seal Moly ring set. Dual electric fans, an Avon Pro Gear timing chain, and a Melling high-volume oil pump support the massive power output. The power is harnessed by a heavy-duty TorqueFlite automatic transmission and a Dana rear differential equipped with 3.55 gears and Moser axles.
The car’s exterior gleams in B5 Blue paint, accented by chrome-trimmed hood scoops and iconic white Super Bee graphics. Adding a modern twist to its classic appeal are billet Schott wheels—20-inch x 8.5-inch up front and 20-inch x 12-inch in the rear—wrapped in redline tires. Inside, the cabin maintains a retro aesthetic with a matching blue Legendary interior, a thumbwheel radio, a Sun tachometer, and factory-style air conditioning.
Performance upgrades include a Wilwood four-wheel disc brake kit with bold red calipers and a correct HEMI K-frame, core support, and rear leaf springs to handle the added power. The restoration even extended to replacing the glass with NOS pieces and including a factory-correct redline spare tire in the trunk.
This Super Bee, once considered a budget muscle car, has been transformed into a top-tier showstopper that’s ready to turn heads and burn rubber. If you’re looking to own a piece of muscle car history, this 1969 Dodge Coronet Super Bee is one you won’t want to miss at Mecum Kissimmee. Especially with no reserve bidding.
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