1970 Plymouth 'Cuda 440-6V Hardtop

The Plymouth Barracuda is a two-door pony car that was produced by the Chrysler Corporation from 1964 to the 1974 model years.

The first generation Barracuda was based on the Chrysler A-body and was offered from 1964 to 1966. The two-door hardtop (no B-pillar) fastback shared the vast majority of parts and bodywork with the Plymouth Valiant, except for the huge and prominent rear window.

The second generation Barracuda, while still based on the Valiant, was heavily redesigned. Built from 1967 to 1969, it was available as a two-door in fastback, notchback and convertible versions.

The third generation (this particular car), offered from 1970 to 1974, was based on the Chrysler E body, exclusive to it, and the slightly larger Dodge Challenger. An all-new design, the two-door Barracuda was available in hardtop and convertible body styles.

1970-1971 Third generation PLYMOUTH BARRACUDA AE-95-62

Body and chassis:

2-door hardtop coupe 2-door convertible (Dodge Main Assembly Hamtramck, MI plant only) Related to the Dodge Challenger

Powertrain

440 cu in (7.2 L) RB V8 Transmission 4-speed manual Dimensions

Wheelbase 108.0 m (2.74 in)

Length 186.6 m (4.74 in)

Width 74.9 m (1.90 in)

Height 50.9 m (1.29 in)

Curb weight 3,395 kg (1,540 lb)

The newly designed third generation Barracuda hit showrooms on the all-new E-Body platform designed by John Herlitz. So it was shorter and wider than its predecessor, and while it shared similarities with its Dodge sibling, it had zero interchangeable body parts. Offered only in coupe and convertible form, you can choose from the base model, the luxurious Gran Coupe or the sporty Cuda models. The car's wider stance was forced by the need for more engine room for the big-block powerplants available as the 440ci and 426ci Hemi V8s. These high performance engines required upgraded suspension and drivetrain components to better deliver power to the ground! Today they are highly sought after and continue to appeal to a wide range of classic car enthusiasts, young and old, and this is also an example of a car we import! 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda Hardtop Coupe showing off a repaint of its original high impact "FJ5" Limelight Green over "H6X9" black vinyl seat interior!

Under the hood of this 'Cuda is its numbers matching 440ci Super Commando Six Pak equipped with triple 2-barrel Holly carburetors producing 390 horsepower with 490 lbs-ft of torque!

All that power finds its way to the road through the original 4-speed manual transmission and a Track Pak Dana 60 Sure-Grip axle with a 3:54:1 ratio. Exterior features include front disc brakes, PerTronix electric ignition, dual Rallye hood with hood studs, fog lights, black 440 hockey stick contour stripes, dual painted remote driver's side sport mirrors, polished rocker rails, satin silver grille, 14" Rallye wheels with chrome trim rings shod with T/A 235/60R14 BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires and a full spare.Interior you will find a Chrysler solid state AM radio, Hurst pistol shifter, bucket seats in front, center console with faux wood trim, steering wheel with wood crown, column mounted Auto Meter tachometer, Rallye gauges, exhaust manifolds and AutoMeter gauges to monitor engine water temperature and oil pressure.Dated November 5, 1969, this is 1 of only 902 Cuda coupes equipped with a 4-speed manual The Vcode 440ci with triple carburettors was also rare in terms of engine, a short-lived legend that is forever cherished among collectors who want extra muscle and quick response when they step on the gas. This 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda has been meticulously restored and still presents amazingly well. The process began in 1999 when it went through a complete paint prep with the engine and complete interior both removed and refurbished.

A dynamite was installed in the interior and the engine was painted along with all the suspension parts and chassis for a real show! Based on numerous restoration photos, the dates indicate the car was completed around 2007. The last repairs in 2022 saw all 3 carburettors rebuilt along with a new fuel unit, fuel line and filler grommet, spark plugs and spark wires, distributor cap and rotor and radiator hoses and clamps. This Plymouth has just 816 miles on the odometer and is believed to be miles since completion. It spent most of its life in Washington State, where it was maintained and carefully restored for several years. Included in this vehicle is complete photo documentation of the restoration process along with abundant regular maintenance and repair income from the late 1970's to the most recent repairs in 2022. The package will also include 2 sets of keys, a complete car cover, an original Plymouth 'Cuda showroom brochure and a Plymouth poster.