1970 Plymouth Barracuda

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Offline ChrisParks

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1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« on: January 20, 2015 - 06:27:19 PM »
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This 1970 Hemi Cuda 528 Hemi 610hp started as a  Grand Coupe. It was stripped and then the restoration process was started, which took 2 yrs to complete. EVERYTHING was either replaced or rebuilt including the engine compartment, which now houses a Crate 528 Hemi Motor. From there back, everything is heavy duty. A special torque converter, 727 torque flite with Manual Shift Kit and 8 3/4 rear end with sure grip 3:23 gears and heavy duty bearings were installed. Brand new US mags and Dunlop tires were added. The interior was gutted including all the gauges. Everything was rebuilt with new interior done in Black with Red Velour Accents. The trunk was restored with original jack and spare tire. Finally, the exterior was painted a beautiful VIPER RED and all the chrome was then replaced with precision. Attached to the MONSTER 528 engine are Sanderson Headers, 3 inch exhaust and Flowmaster Muffler System. For more info on this great piece of American History, please call Chris Parks at 2534480226. Car is located in Wa State or email me at Chris-Parks@hotmail.com 125k serious only thank you. Org Vin on car is BP23NOE108755 if it helps any thanks

 

Features Include:
•Rear Spoiler
•Dual Exhaust
•Air Conditioning
•Cloth Seats
•Intermittent Wipers
•AM/FM/CS
•Fog Lights
•Custom Wheels
•Front Disc Brakes
•Bucket Seats
•Wood Trim
•12V Outlet(s)
•Center Console
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #1 on: January 20, 2015 - 08:04:03 PM »
Howdy Chris!  Nice lookin Cuda you have there.

By chance, did this car retain it's broadcast sheet or fender tag?
What was it's original color? 

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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #2 on: January 20, 2015 - 08:13:35 PM »
Yea...I didn't realize they made a "U" code 440 Grand Coupe ? Must be a rare guppie :thumbsup:
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #3 on: January 20, 2015 - 08:31:30 PM »
Or a V code BP. 

Wouldn't that be something. I'd be interested in buying it right now.  Just out of rarities sake.
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #4 on: January 20, 2015 - 09:00:58 PM »
You're right Alan, they never made a 440 Grand Coupe.  If this was one, it would be the first and most likely only one ever made.

Yea...I didn't realize they made a "U" code 440 Grand Coupe ? Must be a rare guppie :thumbsup:
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #5 on: January 21, 2015 - 12:06:17 AM »
This may help answer the original motors available in the Gran Coupe.



http://www.hamtramck-historical.com/images/dealerships/DealershipDataBook/1970/70_Barracuda0006.jpg
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #6 on: January 21, 2015 - 03:51:09 PM »
This may help answer the original motors available in the Gran Coupe.



http://www.hamtramck-historical.com/images/dealerships/DealershipDataBook/1970/70_Barracuda0006.jpg


I'm not entirely sure how we should interpret the info on this chart. The chart says that the 335 hp 383 and the bulge hood are both NA on a Barracuda, mine came with both and other stuff not normally found on non-Cuda cars. It was special ordered so maybe that is the difference.
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #7 on: January 21, 2015 - 03:59:33 PM »
Where are you seeing U code.  I see N code (383) in the VIN he listed?
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #8 on: January 21, 2015 - 04:01:03 PM »
Where are you seeing U code.  I see N code (383) in the VIN he listed?

The ad has since been edited..At first he said it was a 440 Grand Coupe....
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #9 on: January 21, 2015 - 04:06:19 PM »
I'm not entirely sure how we should interpret the info on this chart. The chart says that the 335 hp 383 and the bulge hood are both NA on a Barracuda, mine came with both and other stuff not normally found on non-Cuda cars. It was special ordered so maybe that is the difference.

Interesting ... but how would you differentiate the 330hp from the 335hp on a FT or BS?? They would both be coded E63 wouldn't they?

I've seen this discussion rage around concerning Road Runners but I don't recall anything conclusive from it ...
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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #10 on: January 21, 2015 - 05:18:13 PM »
carter vs holley  I think.  And maybe not sure but shaker vs no shaker

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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #11 on: January 21, 2015 - 07:41:14 PM »
If the numbers run in sequence, his car was built 3 ahead of mine. Mine is BP23NOE108758.

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« Reply #12 on: January 21, 2015 - 08:02:44 PM »
carter vs holley  I think.  And maybe not sure but shaker vs no shaker
Yes, Holley -335, Carter 330, Shaker made no difference.. I believe that the valve springs were different too.. I researched this a few years back...

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Re: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
« Reply #13 on: January 21, 2015 - 08:23:40 PM »
My belief is different cam and windage tray added on 335 hp. 

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« Reply #14 on: January 21, 2015 - 09:44:57 PM »
My belief is different cam and windage tray added on 335 hp.
Yes, the same cam used in a 440, windage tray, valve springs with dampers.... all 335hp engines were orange with HP stamped on it and came with Holley's...
The 330hp was rated at 5000rpm & the 335hp was rated at 5200rpm.....

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