The Plymouth Barracuda dropped its association with the Valiant compact in 1970 when Chrysler gave it and the new Dodge Challenger their own E-body platform. The ‘Cuda 340 was available from 1970 to 1973, replaced by a 360 in… more»
'Cuda 340
May 19, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Parked for 45 Years: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Some classic cars have a fascinating backstory, and this 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 is no exception. Its first owner kept the vehicle for mere months before selling it to a friend. It only recently left its second owner after… more»
Mar 23, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Original 340/4-Speed: Highly-Optioned 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Originality is often the key to a high potential value with any classic, regardless of its inherent desirability. However, when the vehicle in question is a 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda loaded with factory options, the desirability ramps up a notch… more»
Mar 16, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Older Repaint: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The 1970 model year was a big one for the Plymouth Barracuda. It finally got its own E-body platform, shedding the roots it had with the Valiant compact since 1964. Sales jumped by 50% in the first year and… more»
Feb 17, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
It’s a Hemi! 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda
The hottest Plymouth Barracuda you could buy in 1972 was the ‘Cuda 340 with a 4-speed manual transmission. And this car was one of them as just 4,315 rolled off the assembly line. But now it might be 1-of-1… more»
Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1-of-17! 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
I always admire an enthusiast who does their homework, confirming the rarity of a classic in their possession. Such is the case with the seller of this 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340. Their research reveals that it is 1-of-17 built… more»
Jun 29, 2023 • For Sale • 52 Comments
Crusty Proposition: 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Cars of the early 1970s like the Chevy Nova SS, Dodge Demon 340, and the Ford Mach 1 were intended to be alternatives to bigger, more expensive muscle cars. Such as the Chevelle SS 396, Dodge Hemi Charger, and… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Is It Junk? 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Some classics reach a point where you look at them and decide their only value is scrap steel. That is how many readers will feel about this 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340. However, it does have a few redeeming features… more»
Apr 7, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1 of None – 1973 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda
With insurance premiums going through the roof and emissions controls tightening up, Chrysler discontinued its 425 hp/426 cubic inch Hemi V8 in 1971. After that, the most robust power you could get in a Plymouth Barracuda was a 340… more»
Mar 17, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1 of 155: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Plymouth gave the Barracuda an extreme makeover in 1970, and it got its own platform for the first time (which it shared with Dodge’s new Challenger). Sales increased 50% over 1969, but the positive uptick would be short-lived as… more»
Jan 24, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Pair of Projects: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
Most folks think of the Ford Mustang as the first “pony car,” but the Plymouth Barracuda beat it to market by 17 days in 1964. The second generation of the small Mopar was winding down in 1969, while its… more»
Oct 30, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Blank Canvas: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
When it was new, this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda offered looks and performance that would satisfy most enthusiasts. Its glory days seem long behind it, and it will require a dedicated individual to regain its lost youth. It is a… more»
Oct 18, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Forced Sale: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Sometimes life throws us a curve ball that forces change. Such is the case with this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340. Its owner planned a restoration, but they now face selling this classic to fund their son’s medical and rehabilitation… more»
Oct 13, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Highly Optioned: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
As automotive technology evolved, buyers could load more optional extras into their new purchases. From the beginning, when choices were limited to body style and paint color, the world has become the motorist’s oyster. The original owner of this… more»
Oct 11, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Unfinished Business: 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The Barracuda was a reborn car in 1970 and buyers got treated to engine choices that ranged from mild to wild. Through 1971, you could get a 383, 440, or 426 Hemi V8 under the hood. But the game… more»
Oct 8, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
New Transmission: 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Plymouth’s Barracuda was an all-new car in 1970, finally shedding its heritage with the Valiant compact. The machines used an E-Body platform that was reserved for just the Barracuda and Dodge’s new Challenger, though the two autos would share… more»
