It's not so much a "dead" market as it is a "cautious" one. For instance, there used to be a time not too long ago when the word "Mopar" instantly meant big dollars for whatever it was being sold. This syndrome went on for quite a few years and like it or not, owning one of the vintage Mopars quickly became a dream for most of us not pulling down 6 figures a year in income. I have always loved old Mopars and I sure as heck wish I could say I owned a Cuda, Challenger, Dart, Demon, or ANY old Mopar for that matter, but the sad fact is, the cars are STILL too danged expensive for my income. As much as it might be entertaining to watch, I also think shows like the Barrett-Jackson Road Circus really hurt the chances of "regular" guys owning any real desirable Mopars too. The publicity of this Cuda or that Challenger or that Charger or whatever Mopar was on the block only caused more attention to ALL of the Mopars and those who own them automatically think their Slant 6 Duster sitting in Uncle Elmer's cow pasture is automatically worth $10k. In the end, alot of cars go unsold, some even end up being recycled due to ignorance too.
I am now starting a search in earnest for an older Mopar. Of course I would love a Roadrunner, Challenger, Cuda, or even an older Charger, but I'm also intelligent to know that the chances of me stumbling across an honest deal for onoe of these cars is slim to none these days. Unfortunately, the majority of the cars I'm being shown are worth little more than scrap, yet are bringing foolish price tags. I guess people feel that when someone says they are in the market for a car that they are desperate just to buy anything that comes along. Maybe for some, but not for me. It's also frustrating when people post cars for sale on forums such as this, yet disappear after posting the ad. I have replied to several ads for cars posted on various forums and some sellers just don't answer questions or only answer selected questions. To me that just shows they are not serious about selling their car and if I have to ask more than once about a car, I simply move on.
As for the Demon posted here, that car was gorgeous, no doubt about it. If I had the money I would have scarfed it up in a heartbeat. I'll just continue on my journey searching for the car that's right for me.
