As an interesting footnote in the U.S. auto industry, competing manufacturers used the same name on two of their vehicles at the same time. Chevrolet’s use of the Suburban moniker dates to 1934 and is still in production as… more»
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Just Turned 60! 1966 Plymouth Barracuda
When I first saw this 1966 Plymouth Barracuda, my initial thought was, “Man, I wish I’d been that well-preserved when I turned sixty!” Sadly, time has been less kind to me than it has been to this Plymouth, because… more»
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41k Original Miles? 1968 Plymouth Satellite Sedan
The seller claims that this 1968 Plymouth Satellite has 41,000 miles on the clock and believes that figure is genuine. In the absence of documentary evidence, the claim must be taken at face value. Certainly, the car’s overall condition… more»
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No Expense Spared: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 440
In the automotive world, performance almost always comes at a financial cost. When the car in question is inherently desirable, and its presentation is seemingly flawless, the stakes are raised. Such is the case with this 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda…. more»
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Custom 4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Valiant
The Valiant was a staple in the Plymouth lineup from 1960 to 1976. Its quirky appearance was gone by 1963, and the last redesign of 1967 brought solid sales results. In 1970, the Duster fastback debuted for the youth… more»
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4-Speed Equipped! 1968 Plymouth Barracuda
I may be one of the few who actually prefers the second-gen (’67-’69) Plymouth Barracuda over the third (’70-’74). And it’s the convertible and notchback body styles, such as this 1968 resident of Waconia, Minnesota, that float my boat!… more»
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Original Hemi/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Satellite
This 1966 Plymouth Satellite appears to be a mild-mannered survivor. In truth, it is a genuine sleeper. Lifting its hood reveals its 426ci “Street Hemi,” placing a mountain of power and torque at the driver’s disposal. The beauty of… more»
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Full-Size Fun: 1967 Plymouth 383 Sport Fury
I’d suggest that every domestic auto manufacturer got their styling right in 1967. Whether it was boxy or tended a bit more towards Coke-bottle curves, the styling was generally light, airy, and fast. Plymouth’s Fury series, such as this… more»
BF Exclusive: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner demonstrates why it is sometimes unwise to judge a book by its cover. The owner is candid about its condition, admitting that it is a big restoration project. However, what sets it apart from… more»
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Thousands Spent: 1980 Plymouth Arrow
Captive imports first arrived in the 1950s when Ford and GM brought the Anglia and the Opel, respectively, to the US. But the trend really gained traction in the 1970s when US makers needed a fast response to the… more»
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Patina or Paint: This 1970 Plymouth Superbird Comes With Its Story
Few muscle cars generate as much excitement as a genuine Plymouth Superbird, and this 1970 example listed on eBay has a story that’s anything but ordinary. Rather than presenting it as a finished showpiece, the seller is upfront about… more»
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Dusty Desert Find: 1972 Plymouth Duster
The listing for this 1972 Plymouth Duster opens with, “Up for bid is this special 1972 Plymouth Duster. It’s kind of a time warp…” On first blush, I don’t see the time warp, and can’t really determine what’s “special”… more»
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Low Production Volume: 1971 Plymouth Custom Suburban
Here’s an interesting discovery, courtesy of Zappenduster, a 1971 Plymouth Fury Custom Suburban – one that definitely doesn’t surface often. Old full-size station wagons have definitely found a niche with enthusiasts, though ChryCo products don’t comprise a large portion… more»
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Lime Light Twister: 1971 Plymouth Duster
This 1971 Plymouth Duster looks like it could be a Duster 340, but it’s not. It was a Slant-Six car with a column-shifted automatic that had been converted to a 318-cubic-inch V8 with a floor shifter. Also, it appears… more»
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Slant-Six Project: 1974 Plymouth Satellite
The Satellite was added as an upgrade to the B-body Plymouth Belvedere in 1965. And it replaced the latter as the overall series in 1971. The seller has what could be rather rare – a 1974 Satellite coupe with… more»
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Turbocharged Rarity: 1987 Plymouth Colt Turbo
The concept of captive imports is a business strategy that many of Detroit’s automakers employed beginning in the 1970s, but Chrysler seemed to been the dominant force among the Big 3 in importing Japanese products to America. Some of… more»
