1970 PLYMOUTH HEMI CUDA

OVERVIEW

This 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda is powered by a dual four-barrel carbureted 426 HEMI V8 mated to a three-speed heavy-duty TorqueFlite automatic transmission. Finished in In Violet over a white vinyl interior, this hardtop is now offered by the selling dealer with a Wise Vehicle Inspection Report, spare carburetors, and a clear title.

Highlights

• One of 377 Plymouth Cudas built with a 426 HEMI V8 and automatic transmission in 1970
• Underwent restoration 
• Power options include steering and front disc brakes 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Oklahoma 

EXTERIOR

• In Violet Metallic paint 
• Hood pins 
• Shaker hood scoop
• Dual chrome side mirrors
• Chrome bumpers 

Updates

• Exterior color changed from the original Ivy Green Metallic

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch Rallye wheels 
• 255/60 BFGoodrich Radial T/A raised white letter tires 

INTERIOR

• White vinyl upholstery
• Woodgrain trim 
• Split bench seat with fold-down arm rest 
• Power steering 
• Column-mounted automatic shifter 
• Period-correct AM radio 
  • Cassette delete 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 150-mph speedometer
  • 8,000-rpm tachometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Alternator
  • Clock
  • Fuel 
• Odometer shows 1,128 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 426 HEMI V8
  • 425 horsepower at 5,000 rpm
  • 490 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm
  • 10.25:1 compression ratio 
  • Dual four-barrel carburetors 

Transmission

• Three-speed heavy-duty TorqueFlite automatic 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Power front disc brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• E74 -  426ci V8 with two four-barrel carburetors 
• D32 - Heavy duty automatic transmission 
• BS23 - Plymouth Barracuda, special price class, two-door hardtop
• R0B - 426ci Hemi V8, 1970 model year, Hamtramck, Michigan assembly
• EF8 -  Ivy Green Metallic 
• H4F8 - Dark green vinyl 
• 000 - Full door panel
• C08 - December 8, 1970
• A32 - Super Performance axle package with 4.10 Ratio
• A62 - Rallye Instrument Cluster Package
• B51 - Power brakes 
• G33 - Driver-side remote racing mirror 
• J45 - Hood pins 
• N21 - Dual exhaust system 
• M25 - Wide sill moldings 
• M31 - Belt moldings
• M88 - Decklid moldings treatment
• N41 - Dual exhaust system
• N42 - Chrome exhaust tips 
• N85 - Tachometer
• N96 - Fresh Air hood 
• R22 - AM radio with eight-track player 
• Y05 - USA specs 
• 26 - 26-inch radiator 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS 

• Minor wear is visible on the dashboard surface 
• Blemishes are seen on the bottom of the front core support 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Wise Vehicle Inspection Report
• Spare carburetors 

VIDEO 

• Seller has included a video that shows a start-up, walk-around inspection, interior tour, driving footage, and a closer look at the engine, which can be seen below