This 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda is said to have last been registered as a driver in 1978, and from the looks of things, this one may not have moved under its own power since around that period. It’s been owned by the same couple since 1975, and the seller doesn’t mention why the pair took it off the road all those decades ago, but now they’ve finally turned to a friend to help find this neglected Mopar a new home. If you’ve got the know-how, maybe this could turn into a rewarding winter project, but completion might take until spring with all the work that will be required here. This E-Body is sinking into the earth in Kingsford, Michigan, and can be found here on eBay, where bidding is currently resting at $8,200.
The seller realizes this one needs a total restoration, and even throws out the idea that it might just be a parts car at this stage. However, he’s correct in stating that this ‘Cuda is very complete, and despite the present condition it does still have the numbers-matching 275 horsepower 340 under the hood. Hopefully, the small block will still turn after all these years of inactivity, but it’ll for sure need a complete overhaul. A positive is the fender tag is still present, which also verifies this one left the Hamtramck assembly plant with a TorqueFlite.
There have been some repairs made outside in the past, as the passenger side fender isn’t Citron Mist and we know the driver’s door has gotten replaced at some point, as the original part is shown in a photo leaning up against the attached component. The factory door still has the VIN sticker, and the remainder of the 340 decals are still present on the quarters and passenger side door, so maybe those are all still the original panels. However, those quarters are looking pretty rusty, so it’s probably time for them to be replaced. Hopefully, some of the other sheet metal will be deemed salvageable, but what could be hiding on the roof underneath the vinyl top remains a mystery.
Things inside are still mostly intact, but those buckets are fairly battered, and more bad news is there’s some ground visible through the floor. This one’s going to take a considerable amount of time, effort, and plenty of cash to get going again, but with the desirability of a ’70 ‘Cuda through the roof nowadays, I’m guessing someone might be willing to give this Plymouth the love it deserves. Is this a viable project, or better to just leave it alone?
Needs a lot of love for that ride .
A winter project? This needs to be plural x at least 3!!
This car should have been junked in 1985. The pro-stock look is courtesy of the cross member having failed at the torsion bars. Salvage the rear sway bar and the top of the engine and let the rest go.
Actually, someone has relocated the leaf springs from below the rear axle to the top. That’s why she’s sitting so azz high.
Just remember this, there was some fairly compelling reason that the owner tuned off the key and left this thing parked in the woods.
Shameful
Wish I could afford it, my 73 was stolen while I was in the service and out to sea. I reported it but it was never found. Being on a fixed income now makes it hard to be able to afford my dream car again so I’ll just sit back and admire them at car shows.
Was a very attractive car fifty years ago.
This is from my (very small) hometown area. Crazy
Seeing all the horribly rusted and stripped out 68-70 Chargers , 67-69 Camaros and 65-70 Mustangs that come across this site and all sell for a good chunk of change , I’d say without a doubt it will be restored Yes, its rusty , and sure seems to have been rode hard and put away wet , but its complete , and replacement parts are available . There’s no way in this day and age a 55 year old true Muscle car with its original drivetrain is going to be scrapped
Sold on 11/5/24 for a high bid of $10,800.
Steve R