Here’s a listing that leans more toward parts and potential than a finished car. This 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 340S fastback is currently up for sale on eBay, and it’s being presented pretty clearly as a project or parts car rather than something ready for the road. The seller describes it as being in poor condition, with no title and no engine, but also points out that it still has “plenty of parts” to work with.
From the details provided, this Barracuda started life as a 340S model equipped with a manual transmission. The ad specifically notes it as a four-speed car, which is something enthusiasts tend to pay attention to with these late-’60s Mopars. The body style is the fastback, and it’s listed as being green, though the seller doesn’t go into detail about originality or condition beyond the general description.
The listing makes it clear that the engine is missing. Beyond that, the seller keeps things pretty simple, mentioning that there are still a lot of usable components on the car. It’s also being sold with a salvage title status noted in the listing, along with the statement that there is no title included. For buyers, that’s an important detail that will likely influence how the car is approached—whether as a donor, a long-term project, or something else entirely.
Mileage is shown as 999,999, which is typically used in listings when the actual mileage isn’t known or isn’t being represented as accurate. That’s fairly common with cars of this age, especially when they’re being sold in incomplete condition.
From an enthusiast standpoint, cars like this often come down to what you’re looking for. A 340S four-speed Barracuda, even in rough shape, can carry some interest simply because of its original configuration. At the same time, the lack of an engine and the overall condition described by the seller suggest that this isn’t a quick turnaround project.
It’s the kind of listing that might appeal to someone needing parts for another build, or someone willing to take on something more involved. The seller doesn’t try to dress it up—it’s described plainly, which at least gives buyers a clear starting point.
Sad end to (what was) a neat car…
My thoughts too! What a shame. Mostly a parts car now.
Easily $30k to bring it back. Probably going to be parted out. Or brought back by someone with one in worse shape. Was a cool car. Could be again.
Yeah, way way over $30k. Body/paint alone more than that unless done yourself, and even then maybe not that cheap. Plus engine, and one of almost everything else. Too bad.
The notchback 69 Barracudas with the 340, 4sp combo is an all time Mopar favorite of mine. 🏁
Hard to see $2,400 in parts unless the buyer is also interested in the VIN.
Steve R
Yes, but a VIN without a title is worthless. I’m not sure when they changed this body over to 5×4.5 wheel bolt pattern. But if this car does have the larger wheel bolt pattern. Then some of the drive train (particularly the 4 speed) would be a good upgrade on an older Dart/Valiant/Baracuda. Is it possible that this car would have disc brakes? Price is still too high EVEN if you could use the underpinnings.
Wayne, in Maine cars over 25 years of age are sold on a bill of sale, they don’t use titles.
Steve R
4 speed Abody trans is a easy $500 – the Abody 8 3/4 rear end could bring $1000 as just the posi punkins are $600 – the 150 speedo and factory tach can also bring $1000…..the grills which are hard to find on a 69 do look good….buckets with tracks are easy $500….not sure it’s a disk brake but go on to the factory wheels which look good – those can go for $100 ea….trunk doesn’t look to bad – put $400 on it with the 69 tail panel….I could go on and on….front glass so much to be parted out…..if it was so dang far I’d already bought it. ONE thing that looks missing is that fender tag but oh well….GREAT PARTS CAR !!!!!
Thanks, never really dealt with many Mopars parts, I lived near a couple of Pick Your Parts and a couple of brothers would hit them every day on the way home from work who focused specifically on Mopars parts. You are right, if you can find the right car, you can bring in a lot of money for its parts.
Steve R
Thanks stillrunners. Always nice to hear current market value.
This is sad. This was a really quick car I’m sure with the 340 4 speed. I’m with Stan, these Barracudas are great looking cars. Hopefully somebody can do something with it.
Really rare 340 S fastback with a 4-speed. Depending on how structurally rusty it is, it might be worth restoring, possibly using another shell.
A friend of mine bought one of these for parts in 1980. I assume it was for parts, 340 4 speed with a mod top. I was into Chevelles in those days so I really didn’t pay much attention to it. Whoever he got it from had hit a rail crossing at high speed and crunched the K member back a tad so the steering was really screwed up. Nice looking car except for the front tires pointing in different directions
Getting the body parts is easy from Auto Metal Direct. Or YEAR ONE but it will be expensive And I don’t think YEAR ONE carries engines
Orginal fenders are not being reproduced in metal – maybe find a good plastic one….good luck on fitting that aftermarket stuff. OF NOTE – when Year One was just getting started they came to the Pate Swap Meet and high centered the fifth wheel going down to the bottoms….here’s a picture from that year of my Studebaker Truck that pulled them backwards off the hill…..got ALL the catologs that year which I still have….!
An “S”,( whistles) now that is a rare one. Barracuda was a very popular car, but I’d say, there were 100 “regular” ones for every “S”. I read, there were 1431, 1969 Formula 340 S Fastbacks made, and while a regular Barracuda, was about $2800 new, a 340S fastback was almost a grand more. A 383 was over $4grand. Again, your results may differ, but agreed, it was a hefty option.
Final determination,,,too far gone.
Bought a Cuda 340 new in 1969, was 2800 plus tax, love to have it back
Send it to Graveyard Cars!
Recycler Special
Looks like the transmission is still in place.
Not quite in place but a few inches lower, sitting on the ground it appears.
yes, it is a rare piece, but it is hungry for cash and lots of it. real shame
I had a 68 formula s 340 with 410 gears and a hemi automatic.
Went like crazy , stopping was a whole other story even though it had disc brakes in front
I was reading online last night that there is a big difference in today’s brake material. We cannot depend on some of the name brands anymore as they may be made in China. The old asbestos was superior for stopping than many that are reasonably priced today. Some of the better material costs as much as four times more.
There is a huge difference from the ’60s and then in the ’80s when the asbestos ban started to take effect no body had a clue as to what material compounds to use. Plus manufacturers were trying to use smaller brake sizes. There was so much “filler” being used that people were having huge brake rotor “warpage” happening that in most cases wasn’t rotor warpage but rather pad material build up. It still happens somewhat today. If you think you are experiencing warpage. Just the next off ramp (check behind you first) carry your speed and then just lay into your brakes just short of lock up or ABS activation. Basically you are trying to “burn off” the build up. It may take a second or even possibly a third application/stop. Chances are you just fixed your “pulsation”. If not, then you may actually have some rotor warpage which in these days is unusual. Brake pad materials now are mostly metal with some filler. So the the old days of easy slow braking is actually causing more heat. So basically hard firm stops are easier on your brakes. Longer stops create more heat than hard fast stops. It’s “the length of time” on the brakes” not how hard you are braking. I always buy the highest metal content brake pad I can buy.
Both my 68 and 69 Formula S 340’s were built with automatics but have a 1965 Formula S that’s a 4 speed……lucky to have been storing parts since 1975 but mine don’t need much.
Ugh so sad to see. These are my favorite year Barracudas, and to see a factory Formula S 340 car in this shape is truly tragic. Plus that beautiful fastback roofline and in that sweet dark green paint. Must have been such a beautiful car when new.
“Memories locked up in the pages of your mind !” A song to be sung in every “Bone Yard”
My best car, bought getting out of the service. Dark green ’68 fastback 340-S four speed. Hurst linkage (factory), fast ratio manual steering, posi.
The first time I dumped the clutch I guess the front wheels were turned a bit and I immediately did a 360 on the spot. I was enveloped by so much smoke it didn’t know where I was pointed. God I loved her.
Drunk plowed into my legally parked baby on New Year’s Eve so hard the rear axle wasn’t far behind the front seats. Sigh.