Photo: eBay seller cmobley2002
The 1974 Plymouth Barracuda was part of the third generation, whose production started in 1970 and continued for just four years.
The lineup comprised plenty of engine choices, starting with two six-cylinders (198ci/3.2-liter and 225ci/3.7-liter) and continuing with lots of V8s ranging from 318 (5.2-liter) to 440 (7.2-liter).
For the 1974 model year, the car got an upgraded 360 (5.9-liter) V8 unit with 245 horsepower to replace the 340 (5.4-liter), which previously developed 240 horsepower thanks to a 4-barrel configuration on the 1973 version.
The same 360 is also powering the Cuda that we have here, though what sets this car apart from the crowd is how much time it spent in storage away from everybody’s eyes.
According to eBay seller cmobley2002, this Cuda was originally found in a barn in Michigan, where the car spent no less than two decades all alone. As it turns out, someone purchased the entire farm where the barn was located, and the Cuda was included in the sale before being eventually sold to the current owner, who listed it online.
Worth knowing, however, is that some changes have already been made, as the car no longer features a manual transmission but an automatic.
The good news is the 360 unit under the hood is still running properly with gas poured directly in the carburetor, so in theory, a mechanic should be able to bring it back to life with the proper fixes.
As for the condition of this Cuda, it’s pretty clear it can’t come in tip-top shape after spending 20 years in storage, so there’s obviously some rust on its body here and there. More concerning is that some serious patching could be required, as there are several holes in the floor and other parts.
The top offer in the bidding wars is currently a little over $3,600, but the reserve is yet to be met with nine days left until the auction comes to an end.
For the 1974 model year, the car got an upgraded 360 (5.9-liter) V8 unit with 245 horsepower to replace the 340 (5.4-liter), which previously developed 240 horsepower thanks to a 4-barrel configuration on the 1973 version.
The same 360 is also powering the Cuda that we have here, though what sets this car apart from the crowd is how much time it spent in storage away from everybody’s eyes.
According to eBay seller cmobley2002, this Cuda was originally found in a barn in Michigan, where the car spent no less than two decades all alone. As it turns out, someone purchased the entire farm where the barn was located, and the Cuda was included in the sale before being eventually sold to the current owner, who listed it online.
Worth knowing, however, is that some changes have already been made, as the car no longer features a manual transmission but an automatic.
The good news is the 360 unit under the hood is still running properly with gas poured directly in the carburetor, so in theory, a mechanic should be able to bring it back to life with the proper fixes.
As for the condition of this Cuda, it’s pretty clear it can’t come in tip-top shape after spending 20 years in storage, so there’s obviously some rust on its body here and there. More concerning is that some serious patching could be required, as there are several holes in the floor and other parts.
The top offer in the bidding wars is currently a little over $3,600, but the reserve is yet to be met with nine days left until the auction comes to an end.
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