Vehicle Description
1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda For Sale- Factory R Code 426 HEMI Cuda,
Fully Documented LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1970
Plymouth Hemi Cuda. The Plymouth Barracuda and sport model 'Cuda
variant had very humble beginnings. Starting out as a redesigned
Valiant set to take on Ford's incredibly popular Mustang. Although
it didn't take off in popularity like the Mustang, it developed a
loyal following. In 1970, Plymouth decided to step up its game and
while the design/name only lasted until 1974 the 'Cuda has gone
down in history as one of the most attractive and desirable muscle
cars ever built. The 1970 model had the new E-body which was
shorter and wider so removed all commonality with the Valiant. For
engines the 1970 Barracuda/Barracuda Gran Coupe/'Cuda line up had
six and eight cylinder versions ranging from a new 198 cu in six to
the mighty 426 Hemi. In 1970, as it is today, the 426 Hemi is the
king of the Mopar Big-Block power options that provided 425 angry
horses according to the factory. However, it is well known that
this was a very conservative horsepower listing. The 426 2-4bbl
power plant took on a very mean and nasty look when they can be
seen peering through the famous Shaker Hood. As well the
Hemi-equipped cars received upgraded suspension components and
structural reinforcements to help transfer the power to the road.
The other aspect of the Mopar Muscle cars of this era was the "high
impact" colors that were on the order sheet. Mopar also sported
some of the best go faster stripes like the Black Hockey Stick on
the hind quarter of the '70 'Cuda proudly displaying the engine
block such as Hemi in the stick blade. Plymouth advertised these
cars as part of their 'Rapid Transit System' and suggested "There
are two kinds of Barracudas in this world. Those that do... and
those that really do". This factory "R" code 1970 Plymouth HEMI
'Cuda shows beautifully in FE5 red with a black bucket seat
interior. Powered by the "R" code 426ci HEMI engine and Torqueflite
automatic transmission, the car also has the Super Track Pak option
with 4.10 ratio Dana 60 axle. Other options on the car include
power brakes, front disc brakes, rallye instrument cluster,
consoles, tachometer, maximum cooling packages, dual racing
mirrors, hood tie downs, body sill moldings, drip rail moldings
chrome exhaust tips, tach and of course the painted Shaker hood.
This car has been subject to a ground up restoration where the
undercarriage, engine bay and exterior have been finished to high
quality. The black bucket seats interior looks as good as new. This
Cuda comes fully documented with original broadcast sheets and
Galen Govier documents. A factory HEMI Cuda' is certainly among the
most desirable muscle cars of all time, in a market flooded with
recreation cars, finding a real "R" code HEMI Cuda is a challenge,
particularly one which presents itself so well in such a desirable
color. All the right options with an elephant under the hood make
this a great opportunity for the muscle car or MOPAR collector.
Additional Details: 1970 PLYMOUTH CUDA HEMI -
