70 Cuda 440-6 Very Rusty for sale (not mine)

[340challconvert]

Saw this on Barn Finds then followed it to Ebay
Looks like a lot of shill bidding going on: bidding up to 25.5K for this car.
Car very very rusty but is a shaker car, dana rear w power windows and rubber bumpers.
440, 6-Pack & Rust! 1970 Barracuda

 

[quapman]

I've never seen a rubber bumper car in FK5 before. Matt's gonna love this one.

 

[mmissile]

Another parts car.... or a time and money toilet.

 

[challenger6pak]

I've seen far worse cars restored.

 

[340challconvert]

Have to read the Barn Find reader comments. Some think it will sell for 45 k as is?

 

[DetMatt1]

Love the color combo! I didn't know the bumpers were available in FK5 either. I hope somebody does something with it as it sure would be a stunner all fixed up!

 

[upnover]

i just saw the ad, it would be a great car restored, neat color combo that you dont see very often

 

[340challconvert]

Tag Decode

BS23:
Plymouth Barracuda
Special, 'Cuda
2 Door Hardtop

V0B: 440 390HP 3-2BBL 8 CYL
1970
Dodge Main, Hamtramck, MI, USA

321935: Sequence number

E87: 440 cid 3x2 barrel V8 (High Performance) 390hp
D32: Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission
FK5: Dark Burnt Orange Metallic Exterior Color
H6XW: Trim - High, Vinyl Bucket Seats, Black/White
000: Full Door Panels
429: Build Date: April 29
079742: Order number
FK5: Dark Burnt Orange Metallic Top Color
A04: Basic (Radio) Group
A22: Elastomeric Colored Front & Rear Bumper Package
A32: Super Performance Axle Package w/4.10 Ratio
A62: Rallye Instrument Cluster Package
B51: Power Brakes
C16: Console w/Woodgrain Panel
C55: Bucket Seats
G36: OS Dual Racing Mirrors
J45: Hood Tie Down Pins
M21: Roof drip rail moldings
M25: Wide sill moldings
M31: Belt Moldings
M88: Decklid Moldings Treatment
N41: Dual Exhaust
N42: Chrome Exhaust Tips
N85: Tachometer
N96: Fresh Air Hood
P31: Power Windows
R35: AM/FM Stereo Radio (10 Watts)
V6X: Longitudinal Stripes, Black
Y05: Build to USA Specs
26: 26in Radiator

 

[Luis]

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[340challconvert]

Bidding has reached 26.1 K as of today.

 

[DetMatt1]

I'm not too surprised, this is a killer piece!

 

[340challconvert]

Seller ended eBay auction today!

 

[gf7cuda]

Making everything for the car, worth the build......excellent color combo!

 

[ga430deere]

I am the "lucky" new owner of this cuda and am excited about the chance to build such a cool car. I am in the process of getting parts together for the project. It's going to need a lot of metal replaced mostly in the bottom and around the front and back glass. The good thing is that with the exception of two carbs and the bottom of the shaker it is complete and numbers matching. Another cool thing about it is that I was able to speak to the original owner and he confirmed that the mileage is correct at 48315 miles. He stated that he could not afford to drive it very much in the early 70s because of the gas prices. He also said that when he did drive it he never had anyone pass him unless he wanted them to. He also told me the account of ordering the car just like he wanted it. The car took 7 or 8 months to get because it was shipped around to different dealerships to be parked in their showrooms. He said that he would call about his car and it would be in a different dealership, and when he finally got the car it didn't have the vinyl top on it. He made the dealer put one on and it lasted about 3 or 4 years before it came off. I will hopefully be starting the build in 6 or 8 months when I finish my boss 302 mustang. I will post pictures of the progress of the cuda as I go along. I know the post is long, but I wanted to try to give all the story at once. Thanks, Gary

 

[rbbruno3]

Congrats on your new cuda. Post away when you start the build. Nice optioned car , will be very nice

 

[ga430deere]

Thanks. I will.

 

[340challconvert]

Wow. Glad you picked the Cuda up. It is a rare and unique fish. Good luck with the build and looking forward to your postings and pics!

 

[moparlee]

Congrats on your Cuda and thanks for saving another E-body. Do you do your own metal work? You must have a 430 John Deere. I love those old tractors.

 

[DetMatt1]

Great score, congrats. I'll look forward to seeing more of it.

 

[ga430deere]

Thanks guys, yes I do all of my own work except the interior, just can't get the hang of making the seats look right. I own a collision repair shop in northeast Ga. I do have a few John Deere and Farmall tractors. I like the craftsmanship of the older car and machinery. I will keep updates coming when I get started.