Vehicle Description
SUMMARY
Original 340 cubic inch LA V8 / Correct SIX BARREL carburetion
Correct A727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic transmission
Correct Plum Crazy Metallic paint / Correct AAR aesthetics
Correct Black vinyl interior
Correct 8.75-inch rear axle / Sure Grip differential / 3.55
gears
Correct power front disc and rear drum brakes
Correct side-exit exhaust
Correct staggered Rallye Wheels
Investment grade 'Cudas have been fetching serious money for years.
It seems old school MoPars are, in the realm of hard assets, an
excellent place to build solid equity. There's just one catch: for
the most part, that equity comes at the expense of enjoyment. Most
6-figure collector cars remain 6-figure collector cars thanks to
meticulous care and very little road time. And that's where this
Plum Crazy Plymouth starts to really shine. This coupe, an
authentic AAR 'Cuda, is intrinsically valuable thanks to its
correct appearance and numbers-matching small block. But, thanks to
a seasoned, high quality restoration, it's also not something
anyone should be afraid to cruise down the street. If you're one of
the countless car guys who wants a top dog muscle car that they can
admire AND enjoy, here's your next classic!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Assembled in Hamtramck, Michigan in April of 1970, this purple
pentastar is the beneficiary of a thorough restoration that was
completed sometime around 2005. During that calculated rebuild, the
car's straight body, which includes solid-closing doors on top of
excellent panel alignment, was stripped, massaged and polished into
a nicer presentation of its factory-correct aesthetics. And today,
this positively vivid Plymouth rolls as one super slick road
warrior that features a perfect combination of timeless style and
vicious street manners.
Not surprisingly, this AAR's track-bred appearance is backed by a
long list of correct details. At the front of its glossy profile, a
"PLYMOUTH" branded grille hangs clear head lamps and flush-fit
parking lights above a polished bumper and requisite road lamps.
Behind that grille, a lightweight, AAR-exclusive hood, secured by
stainless lanyards, rolls a soft black topcoat toward clean glass
and straight stainless frames. At the sides of that hood, correct
mirrors and polished stainless exhaust tips reflect flush door
handles and correct fender-mount turn indicators. And at the back
of the car, a Satin Black valence hangs bright taillights and a
small "'cuda" script between a second polished bumper and a
familiar ducktail spoiler.
ENGINE
Toss the lightweight hood and you'll find an original, 340 cubic
inch LA V8 that's authenticated by a famous 3577130TA casting
number, a November (11) 24th (24), 1969 (69) casting date and a
matching partial VIN. Although SCCA Trans Am racecars were limited
to 302 cubic inches, Plymouth stuck to the tried and true "no
replacement for displacement" rule for street applications. That
means this coupe received a powerplant that was specifically
designed for high performance turnpike warriors. And, thanks to
Holley tri-power carburetion, a hot Edelbrock intake, a high
performance points distributor, high-flow cylinder heads and unique
internals, it turned hefty 10.5 to 1 compression into 315
fire-breathing horses. That said, SCCA regulations and increasing
insurance costs forced Chrysler to actually underrate the mill's
output to just 290. But, in reality, the car easily disposed of
most 'equally powered' stoplight challengers. Whatever the number,
this Cuda's striking engine compartment is clean and ready to roll.
Plum Crazy framing provides excellent contrast to a glossy layer of
Hemi Orange block skin. The car's bright air cleaner features a
requisite "340 SIX BARREL" decal. And the whole set-up is finished
with details like a correct Chrysler radiator, an old-style
Chrysler washer reservoir, a reproduction MoPar battery and a small
MoPar fuel filter.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Slide under this exclusive E-Body and you'll find surprisingly
solid bones that, while nice, have no fear of beating up the
blacktop. Behind the spry small block, a tough A727 3-speed twists
power to a proven 8.75-inch axle that's finished with a Sure Grip
differential and 3.55 gears. Naturally, that spirited driveline
rides a restored and rebuilt suspension, which is led by
traditional manual steering. Stops come courtesy of standard power
front disc and rear drum brakes. As expected, a unique side-exit
exhaust system is present and accounted for. And all that MoPar
goodness rolls on fully dressed Rallye Wheels, which twist E60-15
Goodyear Polyglas GTs in front of G60-15 Goodyear Polyglas GTs to
employ one of the first applications of staggered tire sizing.
INTERIOR
Swivel the car's solid-closing doors and you'll find a correct
interior that appears restoration-fresh. As expected, the front
bucket and rear bench seats are wrapped in tight vinyl hides. In
front of those seats, a monochromatic dash hangs correct standard
telemetry above a correct Chrysler Solid State radio. Those
components are framed in a factory headliner, weather-free door
panels and fade-free carpet that's protected by color-keyed 'Cuda
floor mats. The driver navigates the course through a wood-rimmed
steering wheel and requisite Chrysler Slap Stick. And behind the
cockpit, a fully finished trunk centers a correct jack and
collapsible spare tire between a correct mat and fresh decklid
decal.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Like virtually all of our premium muscle car offerings, this coupe
proudly displays its original Fender Tags. Here's a detailed look
at how the car rolled out of Dodge Main.
FIRST TAG:
E55: 340 cubic inch V8 that utilizes one 4-barrel carburetor to
produce 275 horsepower
D32: Heavy duty automatic transmission
B: Plymouth 'Cuda
S: Special (AAR 'Cuda)
23: 2-door hardtop
J: 340 SIX BARREL V8 that utilizes three 2-barrel carburetors to
create 290 horsepower
0: 1970 model year
B: Assembled at Dodge Main in Hamtramck, Michigan
300489: Production Sequence Number
FC7: Plum Crazy Metallic body paint
H: High Trim Grade interior
6: Vinyl bucket seats
X9: Black interior
000: Full door panels
409: Assembled on April 9th, 1970
M03955: Vehicle Order Number
FC7: Plum Crazy Metallic roof paint
A01: Light Package
A53: Trans Am Package
B51: Power brakes
C16: Woodgrain console
C55: Bucket seats
G36: Dual outside racing mirrors
J45: Hood pins
J82: Aerodynamic rear spoiler
L31: Hood/fender-mount turn signals
M21: Drip rail moldings
M88: Rear deck molding treatment
N44: Side-exit exhaust
N94: Fiberglass 'Fresh Air' hood
R11: 2-watt Solid State AM radio
V6H: Black, longitudinal Trans Am stripes
Y05: Built to United States specifications
26: 26-inch radiator
EN1: End of codes, assembly line one
SECOND TAG:
TRANS AM: Designated Trans Am Program car
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES
Reproduction factory hang tags
An AAR 'Cuda license plate
Thanks to scorching performance, a solid restoration and classic
good looks, this 'Cuda is sure to please even the most discerning
MoPar enthusiast. Fully sorted and ready to roll, you can admire
it, cruise it, show it and even hit the road for a long Sunday
drive. If you've been searching for an old school MoPar to cherish
AND enjoy, you've found your next car!