Vehicle Overview
Recently acquired from a significant private collection, this 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 'Cuda is an exceptionally well-preserved example of one of Plymouth's most desirable A-body muscle cars. Built at Chrysler's Los Angeles assembly plant, this rust-free car retains a straight, original body and presents in outstanding condition throughout. Finished in its factory Spinnaker White with a Black vinyl top, it combines the appearance and performance features that made the 1969 'Cuda one of the most recognizable Mopars of the muscle car era.
Factory equipped with the A57 'Cuda 383 Package, this Barracuda is powered by the E63 383 cubic-inch High Performance V8, paired with its factory D21 four-speed manual transmission. The drivetrain is complemented by the Rallye Instrument Cluster Package, bucket seats, center console, and the distinctive 1969-only hood scoops, creating one of the most desirable factory configurations available during the final year of the first-generation Barracuda.
The body remains exceptionally straight and rust free, reflecting the careful stewardship expected of a car that has spent time in a major private collection. The black interior is equally well preserved, while the overall fit, finish, and presentation place this Barracuda among the finest examples currently available. It is the type of car that immediately stands out not because of excessive restoration or modification, but because of its authenticity, condition, and attention to detail.
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Identification
VIN: BH29H9B258132
1969 Plymouth Barracuda 'Cuda
Los Angeles Assembly Plant
Body & Exterior
Factory Spinnaker White Exterior (W1)
Factory Black Vinyl Top (X9)
Rust-Free Body
Straight Original Body
1969-Only Hood Scoops (M47)
Belt Moldings (M31)
Tinted Windshield (G15)
Interior
Black Bucket Seat Interior
Center Console with Woodgrain Trim (C16)
Rallye Instrument Cluster Package (A62)
Solid-State AM Radio (R11)
Engine
Factory E63 383 Cubic-Inch High Performance V8
Four-Barrel Carburetor
330 Horsepower
Transmission
Factory D21 Four-Speed Manual Transmission
Factory Equipment
A57 'Cuda 383 Performance Package
Bucket Seats
Console
Rallye Instrument Cluster
Black Vinyl Top
1969-Only Hood Scoops
Documentation
Fender Tag Decoded
Original Factory Equipment Verified
Condition
Recently Acquired from a Major Private Collection
Outstanding Cosmetic Presentation
Clean Interior
Strong-Running Engine
Near Mint Condition
Ready for Show or Touring
Model History
The 1969 model year represented the final evolution of Plymouth's first-generation Barracuda before the introduction of the all-new E-body in 1970. To compete more directly in the growing muscle car market, Plymouth introduced the A57 'Cuda 383 Package, combining aggressive styling cues with the powerful 383 cubic-inch High Performance V8 and a series of unique appearance and interior upgrades.
Distinctive features such as the 1969-only hood scoops, Rallye instrument cluster, bucket seats, center console, and bold exterior graphics gave the 'Cuda a personality all its own. Buyers seeking maximum driver involvement could pair the 383 with the factory D21 four-speed manual transmission, creating one of the most desirable performance combinations available in an A-body Mopar.
Today, genuine 1969 'Cuda 383 cars equipped with the factory four-speed, retaining their original body and factory equipment, have become increasingly difficult to find. Rust-free examples that have been preserved in outstanding condition and come from established private collections are especially sought after by collectors who appreciate originality, presentation, and the unmistakable character of Chrysler's late-1960s muscle cars.
