The Plymouth Barracuda, also known as the ‘Cuda when it comes to its high-performance specifications, was heavily redesigned when the third-generation car was introduced in 1970. Gone was the original fastback-like styling, with these newer E-Body models (both coupes and convertibles), taking on the appearance of genuine muscle cars.
While the Barracuda utilized the same platform as the Dodge Challenger, they never shared any sheet-metal between them, and it was the former that was generally regarded as a more fun-to-drive car, given its shorter wheelbase and overall length.
Cudas were available with multiple engine options, and the one you’re looking at here wearing Sassy Grass Green came with a 340 ci V8 originally, according to the ad. Yes, it’s currently up for grabs to the highest bidder, and given its spec, it’ll surely set its next owner back a pretty penny.
It’s been fully refurbished, as you can probably tell, so the Sassy Grass Green exterior isn’t technically original – but it is the same color it left the factory in. Other visual traits include the Hockey stick side graphics with Hemi lettering, black fender tops, a black hood (with scoop), body-color front bumper, chrome rear bumper, a black spoiler, black tail panel, LED headlights and taillights, dual side mirrors, and a set of black-finished 19” Boze wheels with Nitto Invo tires.
You’ll also be happy to learn that it features Wilwood disc brakes with six-piston calipers at the front and four-piston units at the rear. Also noteworthy is the custom frame, custom link rear suspension and the fact that it’s got coilovers at all corners.
The interior is particularly intriguing, with its custom bucket seats, four-point seatbelts and custom roll cage. Other goodies include the new center console, a Lokar shifter, Vintage Air climate control, aftermarket speakers for the Bluetooth-compatible Custom Autosound stereo, replacement headliner and carpeting, a flat-bottom steering wheel, push-button start, and Dakota Digital instrumentation.
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As previously stated, this originally came with a 340 ci V8, but that engine was replaced back in 2020 and in its place now resides a supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V8 crate engine (Hellcat power), working alongside a Holley EFI Dominator ECU and harness kit, a Litens HellRaiser pulley kit (16 psi of boost right there), Griffin radiator, custom dual exhaust system, plus a 4L80E four-speed automatic transmission in place of its original three-speed gearbox.
I’m curious to see how much this car ends up going for – or if it even sells in the first place. It would be kind of a shame if the reserve doesn’t get met, especially since this is the type of ride that was built for driving and not for keeping in storage. Let's put it this way: If this ‘Cuda was a movie, it would be worth the price of admission.
Sergiu got to experience both American and European car "scenes" at an early age (his father drove a Ford Fiesta XR2 supermini in the 80s). After spending over 15 years at local and international auto publications, he's starting to appreciate comfort behind the wheel more than raw power and acceleration. Full profile
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