Robb
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Here is mine...
Show Us Pictures of 2nd Generation Barracudas
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michformulaS
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I do remember and that's why I thought it might have been me you were referring to. I am not much of a saleman am I? No big deal you found the car you wanted and after a couple insane job changes in a year I think I have enough stability to keep mine. Now I can do the last few things I wanted to do to the car. It seems Eddie Belfour owns a restoration shop 15 minutes from here (Freeland MI). They specialize in Mopar restorations. Eddie the Eagle, kind of weird, Eh! I am going to go over and talk to him in a couple weeks about putting my Formula S Barracuda back to stock appearing. Turbine Bronze with black side stripes and interior.
CUDACOX
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Sounds like a good plan! Keep us posted..
itate
Where is that wrench I just had in my hand?
1969383S, Here is another view and a vinyl top notch as well.
340SNOTCH
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Here is another one.
69CudaFan
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Ma Snart, thanks for the compliments! I wish that I could take some credit for it, but the car is how I bought it. It came with a ton of extra parts, and history all the way to the original owner. I also have the "turbine" style hubcaps (original to the car), another set of 69 hubcaps (thanks highwaystar), and Rallyes for the road.
Here is a pic from Carlisle back in the 90's with caps the car came with:
The only drawback is that I had to get rid of the A56 340 Cuda (which I think is somewhere in Sweden). From someone's post earlier, looks as though there is a strong Barracuda footprint over there. I hope it went to a good home. That car was tons of fun!
1968FormulaS340
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Got to love the factory wire wheel covers!
Ma Snart
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Ma Snart, thanks for the compliments! I wish that I could take some credit for it, but the car is how I bought it. It came with a ton of extra parts, and history all the way to the original owner. I also have the "turbine" style hubcaps (original to the car), another set of 69 hubcaps (thanks highwaystar), and Rallyes for the road.
Here is a pic from Carlisle back in the 90's with caps the car came with:
The only drawback is that I had to get rid of the A56 340 Cuda (which I think is somewhere in Sweden). From someone's post earlier, looks as though there is a strong Barracuda footprint over there. I hope it went to a good home. That car was tons of fun!
You can take credit for finding and being able to buy such a nice car. Not everyone can do that.
Ma Snart
Ma Snart
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The only car with a vinyl top I have seen is this one. This one I am guessing someone added - not the factory or dealer. Have to do some digging on your question about factory vs dealer on yours and the other pictures posted.
Ma Snart
Ma Snart
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Another very nice 68 that was for sale a couple years ago...
Ma Snart
Ma Snart
69CudaFan
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Thanks again Ma Snart. I have spent waaaay too much time scouring every crevice of the internet to try and get my mitts on a suitable 1969 convertible (340 was preferred, but I was starting to lose hope). The 340 Vert was the stars all coming into alignment, and I made some quick decisions and moves to get it (another story for another thread). The previous owner loved this car like no other (binders of documentation, every fill up, every replaced part, every letter and e-mail sent, original Monroney label, etc.). I am a proud steward of a car with such a rich history.
The A56 was bought off eBay sight unseen (first time for everything, and perfweld saw it in person, though his hunt still continues).
As far as that "Gator" style top, I am pretty sure I have seen other Mopars like it. Most have been early 70s cars (there was a Green Demon with that same style green gator top for sale on criagslist a while back). That and the spoiler seems like a period modification to me.
Dealers of the day typically did those sort of mods in an effort to make vehicles stand out (similar to dealships that slap decals and rims on today to make the car more desireable). From the looks of the pic with the trim on the 383 in question, that looks much more like the bronze Barracuda and seems to me to be a much more factory look. Not sure why there would be a vinyl top without it being optioned on the tag, though.
I am sure that there are others that can and will correct me if I am wrong.
Footnote...I am pretty sure that I have seen that Barracuda at VA Beach before when was there for a long weekend. Nice cars lining the boardwalk...if memory serves. It was a while back, though.
The A56 was bought off eBay sight unseen (first time for everything, and perfweld saw it in person, though his hunt still continues).
As far as that "Gator" style top, I am pretty sure I have seen other Mopars like it. Most have been early 70s cars (there was a Green Demon with that same style green gator top for sale on criagslist a while back). That and the spoiler seems like a period modification to me.
Dealers of the day typically did those sort of mods in an effort to make vehicles stand out (similar to dealships that slap decals and rims on today to make the car more desireable). From the looks of the pic with the trim on the 383 in question, that looks much more like the bronze Barracuda and seems to me to be a much more factory look. Not sure why there would be a vinyl top without it being optioned on the tag, though.
I am sure that there are others that can and will correct me if I am wrong.
Footnote...I am pretty sure that I have seen that Barracuda at VA Beach before when was there for a long weekend. Nice cars lining the boardwalk...if memory serves. It was a while back, though.
itate
Where is that wrench I just had in my hand?
Ma Snart, Any other pictures of the blue barracuda, especially the spoiler?
Vinyl top options from the 1969 Plymouth Color & Trim Book found at http://www.hamtramck-historical.com/dealerships/1969PlymouthColorAndTrim-01.shtml
Vinyl top options from the 1969 Plymouth Color & Trim Book found at http://www.hamtramck-historical.com/dealerships/1969PlymouthColorAndTrim-01.shtml
Ma Snart
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That site is exactly what I have been looking for!! Thanks you! Thank you! Thank you! That information answers alot of questions I have had about 2nd Gens!!! I figured that information should be available somewhere but could not find it.
So, a few more pictures of the spoiler on that blue
itate
Where is that wrench I just had in my hand?
Not a problem Ma Snart.
And thanks, that should have been a factory option.
And thanks, that should have been a factory option.
Ma Snart
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I agree about the spoiler - Looks very nice.
By the way, a very nice looking 62 Chrysler you have there. I have a 61 - Pictures in My Gallery.
What is that decal, or emblem on your front grill of your 61?
Ma Snart
old mopars
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Hey Ma, thanks for kicking off this thread. I am loving it. Hope to add pictures of another, not too far down the road.
Ma Snart
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Hey the real thanks should go to everyone who has posted. This has been a real fun week to be able to see all the various configurations of 2nd Gens out there. Also have learned a whole bunch more about these great cars.
To everyone out there, please continue to post - Don't be shy!!
Ma Snart
To everyone out there, please continue to post - Don't be shy!!
Ma Snart
itate
Where is that wrench I just had in my hand?
As far as I know only the 62 Newports had this on the grill.
smlveightis
Confused in Confusion
Ma Snart, great thread! Love seeing all the different 2nd gen Barracuda's!
I still like the look of the Cragars on my car, but they had to go, as the were pretty old and worn out. I would like to have another set in the future, just to be able to change the look of the car from time to time.
Thanks, Steve~
I still like the look of the Cragars on my car, but they had to go, as the were pretty old and worn out. I would like to have another set in the future, just to be able to change the look of the car from time to time.
Thanks, Steve~
cudaspaz
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Love this car.
cudaspaz
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Couple glamor shots of my 67.
Ma Snart
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And I start to drool again...Man Cudaspaz, I love your car. The execution of the build is superb. Really nice job, the car just looks pristine! The color, the Cuda stripe, the wheel/tire combination, and the black scooped hood all really work well together. Also really like the custom console... very nice touch!
Thanks for sharing your pictures. Love to see some more!
Ma Snart
Thanks for sharing your pictures. Love to see some more!
Ma Snart
itate
Where is that wrench I just had in my hand?
That mod top reminded me, the last one I've seen was in a junk yard in SE Ohio and had been run over by a logging truck.
71 Duster 440
Quarter Life Crisis
Great thread! I guess I should add my junk...
cudaspaz
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