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1970 Plymouth 'Cuda

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1970 Plymouth 'Cuda

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Specs

Stock
132544
Miles
63,851
Vin
BP27G0B130420
Body Style
Convertible

Engine Size
426 HEMI V8
Transmission Type
4 Speed Automatic
Body Color
Red
Interior Color
Black

Description

There are Hemi 'Cuda clones, and then there are cars that I would call modern interpretations of the original. This 1970 'Cuda convertible started out as a nicely done Hemi 'Cuda tribute, but when the current owner got his hands on it two years ago, he knew what he needed to do. While the car was visually pretty nice, there were things about it that weren't quite amazing enough, so he called in some experts, started writing some pretty big checks, and a few months later, had this gorgeous Hemi 'Cuda convertible with the full pro-touring treatment.

For you historians out there, this one didn't start out as anything amazing, although the tan leather buckets are kind of a cool footnote. But otherwise, this was just a 318/automatic ragtop that probably had a pretty good life before the transformation. Here's the rest of the info from the fender tag:

BP27:Plymouth Barracuda Premium, Gran Coupe Convertible
G01: 318 230 horsepower 1x2 barrel 8 cylinder1970Lynch Road, MI, USA
120420: Sequence number

E44: 318 cubic inch 2-barrel V8 230hp D31: A904 3-Speed Auto Trans. EW1: White / Alpine White Exterior Color PRT5: Trim - Premium, Leather Bucket Seats, Tan000: Full Door Panels 922: Build Date: September 22115478: Order number
V3X: Black Convertible Top A01: Light PackageB51: Power BrakesC16: Console w/Woodgrain Panel C55: Bucket Seats L31: Hood/Fender Mounted Turn Signals

M25: Wide sill molding sM31: Belt Moldings R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts) V5X: Body Side Stripes, BlackY05: Build to USA Specs END: End of Sales Codes

The bodywork is really nicely done, and if there have been any panel replacements, the work is invisible. The Hemi Orange paint is vivid, and looks great on the great 'Cuda curves, especially with the black hockey sticks out back. There's something about Hemi Orange that seems to really show off the panel alignment, because this car and the last orange Road Runner, both of which are exceptionally well-assembled, look killer under the bright lights in the photo booth. Hours and hours must have been spent on getting the finish into shape, with color sanding and buffing to make it show quality. This is one great looking car.

It also has a lot of cool details. Of course, you've already noticed the Go-Wing out back and the chin spoiler up front, but custom touches include a Shaker hood scoop and grille that have also been painted satin black. Hood pins and driving lights have been added to the options list, and those cool 'Cuda rocker panel moldings are extremely nice, and do not have the black painted facets, just to set this one apart a little more. The bumpers were recently re-chromed and the original antenna was removed and the hole filled in. All the stainless has been polished, and the glass was new when the car was initially rebuilt.

As a Hemi 'Cuda tribute, there was already a vintage era-correct Hemi living under the hood, and a lot of guys would have been happy with the 500 or so horsepower it was generating. However, when this car showed up, they decided it needed more, so they made a call to Indy Cylinder Head and ordered up a F.A.S.T. programmable fuel injection system, a custom roller camshaft that's matched to the injection setup, and an MSD ignition system. That Shaker hood scoop needed to be functional, so they created a custom base for it, and now it feeds the fuel injection system just as it fed a pair of carburetors four decades ago. The block got a coat of Hemi Orange paint (what else?), while the valve covers were covered in traditional black wrinkle as original, and the red plug wires really pop against that black background. A massive aluminum Be Cool radiator effortlessly keeps temperatures under control, and the entire engine bay has been dressed up with polished billet accessories like the dual master cylinder and battery hold down. New wiring works in conjunction with an Optima gel cell battery to ensure that everything works as it should. With that new EFI system, the engine fires up instantly, idles extremely well, and roars through the power curve without any stutters or misfires. This is a very nicely engineered piece.

To fully bring the big Hemi into the 21st century, it needed longer legs on the highway. A call to Keisler secured one of their Stage II programmable A41 4-speed automatic transmissions. Built by Keisler and including their machined bell housing and tail shaft, it's up to the challenge of transmitting the Hemi's horsepower, and also gives the car a deep overdrive for easy cruising and plenty of top speed. Out back, an 8.75-inch rear carries 3.55 gears on a Sure Grip, which makes the most of the transmission's well-spaced ratios. To firm up the feel, sub-frame connectors were added to the tub, the suspension was fully rebuilt using components from XV, including adjustable racing shocks, tubular control arms, fat sway bars, and adjustable strut rods. A Firm Feel steering box telegraphs the signals to the steering wheel without a filter, and massive disc brakes from SSBC with color-matched calipers live at all four corners. The ceramic-coated long tube headers are absolutely astounding works of art, and feed a massive dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers and correct tips exiting through the valence panel. Out back, a new aluminum gas tank with high-pressure in-tank pump delivers the high octane through thick braided stainless lines. Wheels are 17-inch Centerlines wearing 235/45/17 front and 255/50/17 rear tires.

In the same way that the exterior is only subtly modified, the interior is 99% original equipment with the only major modification being an Alpine stereo. The buckets, door panels, dash and console are all excellent reproduction pieces rendered in black vinyl, which looks awesome against that Hemi Orange paint. The gauges were all rebuilt, and they resisted the urge to hang a big tachometer from the dashboard or steering column, keeping the factory styling intact. Overhead, there's a black convertible top that was installed by RK Motors Charlotte's own upholstery shop, and it fits as well as any I've ever seen on a 'Cuda. And in front of the driver, you'll find a great looking reproduction steering wheel.

There's a lot of paperwork with this car, too. The recent work is all laid out with receipts and invoices for the parts and labor, adding up to some pretty darned big numbers. There are also manuals for the fuel injection system, the transmission, and other hardware, so you'll know exactly how it all works after you get this one home to your own garage.

This car gives RK Motors Charlotte one of the world's biggest selections of Hemi 'Cudas, from originals, to tributes, to pro-touring cars, to off-the-charts amazing custom pieces. This one slots nicely in the middle, not quite a pure tribute car, but with enough added performance to put it soundly in the pro-touring category. With smart upgrades like the fuel injection and transmission, it drives like a 2011 Barracuda might, while retaining the classic good looks that are the reason why these cars remain so popular. Beautifully built, and with that monster stereo, this one will be a hit at any show, and on the road it's as easy to drive as it is fast. Whatever your preference, a Hemi 'Cuda convertible is the ultimate summertime toy. If this one seems like it would fit in your garage, give us a call today!

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