Wouldn't you, Barracuda?


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Anyone who has an interest in classic cars will recognize this 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. It was one of the last great muscle cars to be killed off by the gas crisis and 1970s inflation. 1971 was a tough year for muscle cars, and by some reports, less than 6000 'Cudas were sold that year. They came with in a number of options, including a 440-6 bbl, or 426 hemi street rod that would set you back almost $70,000 today.

The beauty that's pictured has a 340 4-speed in it, which replaced the original slant 6. It was owned by a 'Cuda fan in Colorado, who says he wanted it to stand out from the typical Hemis and 440-6 packs.

While the 'Cuda model wasn't killed until after the 1974 model year, 1971 was the last year for the big blocks.


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Beautiful! I used to see a '71 in my old neighborhood; it didn't look quite as good. Judging from all of the scars and dings on it, it must've been a blast when it was new....

Posted by: charlesworth at April 25, 2003 10:31 AM

What I'd give to own that beauty. Now that is a real car.

Posted by: Brent at April 25, 2003 12:29 PM

yeah, i love those cars.

Posted by: John Mays at April 25, 2003 3:06 PM

How about a Challenger in Plum Crazy with the big white laser stripes?

Posted by: Ralph Gizzip at April 25, 2003 11:04 PM

Is that your Cuda, by chance?

Posted by: Scott Chaffin at April 28, 2003 9:25 PM

I wish, but no..

Posted by: Ravenwood at April 28, 2003 9:35 PM

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