1970 Plymouth 'Cuda

At the very top of Mopar hierarchy sits the 1970 Plymouth HEMI 'Cuda, a car that has come to define peak muscle car mythology. More than just another high-horsepower machine, it represents Chrysler's most audacious engineering and one of the rarest legends of Detroit's golden era. This example, finished in factory-correct FC7 In-Violet Metallic, checks every box that matters to collectors. It carries a date-correct 426 HEMI V8 paired with an A833 4-speed manual and Super Track Pak Dana 60 rear end, and it is documented by its original broadcast sheet, a Chrysler Registry report, and inspections from both Dave Wise and Galen Govier. Perhaps most impressively, it is one of just 44 HEMI 'Cudas produced for export to Canada and one of only 284 built with a 4-speed transmission in 1970. Based on color production research, it is potentially one of an estimated 19 four-speed HEMI 'Cudas finished in In-Violet. The styling of the E-body Barracuda was fresh for 1970, and in 'Cuda form it became an instant icon. This car was ordered in FC7 In-Violet, one of the most sought-after High Impact colors of the era, accented by a black HEMI hockey stick stripe and flat black tail panel. Up front, the N96 Shaker hood with its argent scoop and hemi cuda callout hints at the firepower under the hood, while optional road lamps, Rallye wheels, and Goodyear Polyglas GT tires complete the period-correct look. Details like the hood pins and chrome exhaust tips illustrate the thoroughness of the restoration, which was carried out to factory-correct standards. The result is a car that captures the presence and menace that made the HEMI 'Cuda a legend. Under the hood sits a date-correct 426 cubic inch HEMI V8, restored to its original dual-quad configuration. With its trademark orange block, dual Carter carburetors, and heavy-duty cooling system, the engine bay presents to a concours standard, complete with factory-style tags, decals, and finishes. While the car is not numbers-matching, the block, A833 4-speed manual transmission, and Dana 60 axle all carry correct casting numbers and assembly dates consistent with HEMI applications. The drivetrain is completed by the A34 Super Track Pak, which adds a 4.10 geared Dana 60 with Sure Grip differential, plus power front disc brakes and heavy-duty suspension. Together, the combination makes this one of the most desirable mechanical packages offered by Plymouth in 1970...engineered for maximum performance at a time when raw muscle ruled the street. Inside, the car retains its H6X9 black vinyl bucket seat interior, restored with the same attention to correctness found elsewhere. A woodgrain Rallye instrument panel frames factory gauges, while the Hurst Pistol Grip shifter sits proudly in the console, underscoring the driver-focused intent of this build. A three-spoke woodgrain steering wheel, AM solid-state radio, and road lamp switch all appear in place, as do correct trim panels and hardware. Like the exterior and drivetrain, the interior has been carefully restored to factory-correct configuration, offering the right mix of comfort and authenticity for both show fields and private collections. Backing up its restoration quality is an equally strong paper trail. This HEMI 'Cuda is documented by its original broadcast sheet, Chrysler Registry report, and detailed inspections from both Dave Wise and Galen Govier. Partial VIN stampings on the cowl and radiator support confirm the originality of the body shell, while Wise's inspection graded the restoration as above average with strong attention to detail. Together, these details provide the kind of certainty that serious Mopar collectors demand. This HEMI 'Cuda represents an opportunity that rarely surfaces. The combination of an In-Violet High Impact color, a Shaker hood, a 4-speed transmission, the Super Track Pak axle, and export-to-Canada provenance firmly establishes it in blue-chip territory. Add in the factory broadcast sheet, Chrysler Regis