Since leaving the factory, it has only covered 68 miles.
This small, silver sedan would be overlooked by even the most discerning auto enthusiast under normal circumstances. This is a Plymouth Neon, which is a vehicle that’s generally considered to be hopelessly average under the best circumstances. It’s not just any Neon. It is the last Plymouth car ever made. This vehicle has a full leather interior, low mileage for a 20 year-old car, and a very low price. It’s yours now.
According to the listing, the car was ordered by a long-time Plymouth collector who also worked as a Chrysler employee. He even drove it off of the assembly line. The Neon was then shipped to Massey Motors, Daytona Beach. It was there that the current owner placed it in a time capsule. The digital odometer shows only 68 miles. A placard in the auction gallery states that it was only occasionally driven in a nearby business park. It is evident that the final Plymouth is living a quiet life.
The history and time have not been kind to the Neon. Kelley Blue Book estimates that a 2001 Neon in good condition with good options has a value of approximately $2,500. However, this is not a typical Neon. Six days remain before the auction, with bidding already at $12,000. It was originally priced at $18,210. There are over 100 photos that show the Neon in detail. Other than some corrosion on its muffler, the car looks absolutely amazing.
This is a no reserve auction so the last Plymouth will find a new home. Is there any guesses as to how high the bidding for this piece automotive history will go?