Vehicle Description
Chrysler upped their game to help the 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
compete with Ford's Mustang. The Formula S package gave Plymouth
its first V8 pony car status. So it's great to have a well-priced
tribute that has had investments in shiny paint, an upgraded A/C
interior, and the original V8.
There's nothing else on the road that looks like an early
Barracuda. It has that massive wrap-around rear window (largest
ever of its era), and crisp creases along the tops of the fenders.
The sporty design was Plymouth's first shot in pony car wars. This
one was restored in 2016, and it included a respray of the
factory-correct copper bronze metallic paint. It's an alluring
color with a modern shine that really highlights the good
sheetmetal. For those few who know their Formula S coupes, this
tribute does not disappoint. It has the right details like the
aggressive full-length triple stripe, correct badging, and super
shiny upgraded wheel package.
The Barracuda had a true sporty design, and this black interior
shows it off perfectly. There has been a solid investment in this
restoration, and you see it on the crisp bucket seats with the
factory's cool intricate pattern (you can feel it tickle your back
as you slip behind the wheel.) Your left hand goes on the thin
sports steering wheel, and your right one rests on the center
console shift lever. As you look across the dashboard, the sea of
black is artfully broken up by plenty of stainless and chrome
that's on everything from the heat/defrost controls, to the
original AM radio... so this really has a great look of
originality. But you also have some nice upgrades. It ranges from
performance pieces (like the AutoMeter tach) to comfort features
(like the R134a air conditioning.)
The top Barracudas received the 273 cubic-inch Commando V8. This
motor is original to the car, and it was rebuilt about two years
ago as part of the comprehensive restoration. So not only does it
look fantastically fresh in the painted engine bay, but as a true
Formula S tribute, it's now topped by a four-barrel carburetor.
Plus, the V8 has a performance camshaft and low restriction exhaust
to really let it compete with the HiPo Mustangs. The original
TorqueFlite three-speed automatic transmission was also rebuilt
during restoration. And it has an updated front end, power
steering, and front disc brakes. So this feels like a true premium
Formula S on the road.
Complete with the original warranty card, owner's manual, and info
on its time as a museum piece (yes, it looks that good,) this is a
well-presented and distinct Mopar that's priced within reach. So
don't let this one leave your grasp, call today!!!
