This 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda started its life as a Barracuda with a 318 two barrel carbureted engine and three-speed automatic transmission. In the last several years it has had a full restoration. It recently underwent an extensive refresher. It received a late model 426 Hemi and A833 four-speed manual transmission, as well as a 3.54 Dana Posi Rear.
The interior has also been upgraded to now bear bucket seats that are contoured for both comfort and support during spirited driving, a woodgrain center console, Music Master AM Radio, power front disc brakes, and power steering. The steering wheel is a three-spoke design, providing a vintage look and a comfortable grip.
The 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda has had its transmission opened and gone through with no issues found, as well as its power top.
This Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda Convertible is an iconic muscle car that exudes power and style. Its Plum Crazy color adds a touch of uniqueness and character, making it stand out from the crowd. Originally a product of the quintessential muscle car era, Plum Crazy purple was first introduced by Dodge for the 1970 model year.
This 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda Convertible is offered with 1,069 miles and a car cover to protect this beautiful classic!
The Body Tag Decode As Follows:
• L31 - Hood/Fender Mounted Turn Signal
• M25 - Wide Sill Moldings
• M31 - Belt Molding
• R11 - 2 Watt AM Radio
• Y05 - Build For USA Order
• V3X - Black Convertible Top
• C16 - Console With Woodgrain Panel
• C55 - Bucket Seats
• G31 - OS RH Manual Standard Mirror
• G33 - OS LH Remote Standard Mirror
• E44 - 318 Cid 2 Barrel V8 230 HP
• D31 - A904 3-Speed Auto Transmission
• V5X - Black Body Side Molding
• A01 - Light Package
• P6Y - Top Color
• P27 - Fury Convertible
• G0B - Engine 8-318 made in Hamtramck, Michigan
• 000 - Full Door Panels
• A91- 70 Only - Western Sport Special
• 124080 - Serial Number
• 000646 - Vehicle Order Number
About the Cuda:
The first-generation Barracuda was based on the Chrysler A-body, and was offered from 1964 to 1966. A two-door hardtop fastback, it shared a great majority of parts and bodywork with the Plymouth Valiant, except for the huge and highly distinctive wraparound rear glass.
The second-generation Barracuda, though still Valiant-based, was heavily redesigned. Built from 1967 to 1969, it was available in fastback, hardtop, and convertible versions.
The third generation, offered from 1970 to 1974, was based on the Chrysler E-body, exclusive to it and the slightly larger Dodge Challenger. A completely new design, it was available in hardtop and convertible body styles.
The redesign for the 1970 Barracuda removed all its previous commonality with the Valiant. The original fastback design was deleted from the line and the Barracuda now consisted of coupe and convertible models. The all-new model, styled by John E. Herlitz, was built on a shorter, wider version of Chrysler's existing B platform, called the E-body. Sharing this platform was the newly launched Dodge Challenger; however no exterior sheet metal interchanged between the two cars, and the Challenger, at 110" had a wheelbase that was 2" longer than the Barracuda.
Three versions were offered for 1970 and 1971: the base Barracuda (BH), the luxury oriented Gran Coupe (BP), and the sport model 'Cuda (BS). Beginning mid year 1970, and ending with the 1971 model, there also was the Barracuda Coupe (A93), a low-end model with the 198ci Slant Six as a base engine, lower grade interior, and had fixed quarter glass instead of roll-down rear passenger windows. The high-performance models were marketed as 'Cuda deriving from the 1969 option. The E-body's engine bay was larger than that of the previous A-body, facilitating the release of Chrysler's 426 cu in (7.0 L) Hemi for the regular retail market.
For 1970 and 1971, the Barracuda and Barracuda Gran Coupe had two slant I6 engines available - a new 198ci version and the previous 225 - as well as three different V8s: the 318ci, the 383ci with two-barrel carburetor and single exhaust, and the 383ci with four-barrel carburetor and dual exhaust 330HP. The Cuda had the 383ci 335HP as the standard engine. Options included the 440ci four-barrel 375HP Super Commando, the 440ci six-barrel Super Commando Six Pak with 390HP, and the 425HP 426ci Hemi. The 440- and Hemi-equipped cars received upgraded suspension components and structural reinforcements to help transfer the power to the road.
In 1970 and 1971 only, the shaker hood (option code N96), elastomeric (rubber) colored bumpers, and the Spicer-built Dana 60 rear axle were available. The shaker hood was available with 340, 383, 440 four-barrel, 440 six-barrel, and 426 Hemi engines. The elastomeric (rubber) colored bumpers were available either as a front-only option, option code A21, or as a front and rear combination, option code A22. The heavy-duty (and heavy) Dana 60, with a 9.75 in (248 mm) ring gear, was standard equipment with manual transmissions and 440 six-barrel and 426 Hemi engines, and was optional on those with the automatic transmission.
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