Vehicle Description
There aren't many cars that inspire car-related lust like the
Plymouth 'Cuda. And in the muscle car era, 1970 was the biggest
year of all. This particular 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda is a special one,
sporting its matching-numbers 383/4-speed powertrain, a long list
of factory options including A/C, and a perfect period color
combination that will make it stand out anywhere it goes.
Go Mango is this car's original color, and there aren't many colors
that work better on a Mopar. Not quite orange and not quite yellow,
it's definitely one of the high-impact hues that Chrysler used to
generate excitement in showrooms, and it looks especially good in
today's monochromatic world. The paint and bodywork are quite
nicely restored, with good gaps and smooth panels, and only a few
touch-ups that are an inevitable part of age when you're a fast
car. There's no denying that this car was built to look fast, a
benefit of Chrysler's delay in developing the E-body twins to
combat the Camaro and Mustang, and it's probably why the 'Cuda
remains a perennial favorite. Add in the white '383' hockey sticks,
the hood pins and twin scoops, and a set of fog lamps hanging under
the front bumper, and you have a car that looks fast just sitting
still. A few splashes of brightwork, most notably the chrome
bumpers and that ribbed rocker panel trim, give the Cuda a finished
look that's very appealing.
The white interior is also the way this car was ordered and it's a
nice combination of new and original components. The seat covers,
carpets, and door panels have been replaced, but the headliner and
dash are likely original, suggesting a car that's been
well-maintained all its life. Today it looks fantastic, with
high-back buckets giving it a sporty attitude. A full complement of
Rallye gauges, including optional tachometer, are set into four
round pods in the dash, and the pistol-grip shifter is an iconic
way to top the 4-speed manual transmission. You'll note this car
has a long list of options, including a 6-way driver's seat, twin
mirrors, and factory A/C, which is still using R12 refrigerant that
just needs to be topped off to be fully functional. Black floor
mats protect the replacement carpets and the original Music Master
AM radio is still in the dash, although it's not currently
functional. The trunk shows you just how through the restoration
was, with bright Go Mango paint and a reproduction mat.
The engine is the original, numbers-matching 383 cubic inch V8
mated to the original 4-speed manual transmission. That's a great
pedigree, and while the 440s and Hemis get all the attention, it's
hard to beat a good-running 383 on the street. Eager to rev but
with a big hit of low-end torque, it's a great muscle car engine.
The engine bay is tidy, but not detailed for show, and the big A/C
compressor dominates the show. There's also a correct air cleaner
with 383 decals, a big radiator up front, and Hemi Orange paint on
the block. Dual exhaust is coded onto the fender tag, and a correct
reproduction system lives underneath along with a fresh gas tank
out back. It's also got the optional performance axle package with
3.55 gears inside an 8.75-inch rear end and the floors underneath
are as nicely restored as the rest of the car. Factory Rallye
wheels with bright trim rings are fitted with correct reproduction
F60-15 Firestone Wide Oval bias-ply tires, as original.
Documented with the original window sticker, owner's manual, title
documentation, and restoration records, this is a 'Cuda with a
fantastic pedigree that's just a joy to drive. Call today!