Plymouth Volare

The Plymouth Volare and its twin, the Dodge Aspen, arrived for the 1976 model year to replace the venerable A-body platform. While initially praised as Motor Trend's Car of the Year, the Volare was soon plagued by significant quality control problems and recall campaigns, particularly concerning premature rust in the front fenders and issues with the emissions systems. These early struggles defined the car's reputation for decades, making clean, surviving examples a rare sight today.

Collector interest in the Volare is driven by Mopar enthusiasm, 1970s nostalgia, and the car's relative obscurity. The sporty models, like the Volare Road Runner, are the most sought-after, offering V8 power and bold graphics packages that epitomize the era. With an average sale price over $13,000, the current market is focused almost exclusively on low-mileage survivors and restored cars, as project-grade examples are rarely worth the investment.

Prices for the Plymouth Volare range from around $6,500 to $30,000 for the best examples.