This Plymouth Barracuda got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1968 Plymouth Barracuda left the factory in Hamtramck, Michigan as a six-cylinder-powered hardtop, and underwent a custom refurbishment during prior ownership that included a repaint, an interior refresh, replacement of the engine and transmission, and updates to the brakes and suspension components. The car is finished in black, and power is provided by a 472ci Hemi V8 mated to a Torqueflite 727 three-speed automatic transmission with a Gear Vendors overdrive unit. Additional modifications and equipment include a 9″ rear end, a cross-ram intake manifold topped with dual Holley carburetors, AlterKtion independent front suspension, Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes, and 15″ American Racing wheels as well as a B&M ratchet shifter, an aftermarket climate-control system, power windows and door locks, and a custom stereo system. The car was acquired by the the current owner in 2017, and subsequent work is said to have included installation of the transmission, overdrive unit, and a 3.25:1 limited-slip differential. This modified Barracuda is now offered on behalf of the current owner with a spare Tremec differential, removed parts, service records, and a clean California title in the owner’s name.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

The body was refinished in black during prior ownership according to the seller, and close-up photos depicting the paint and trim are provided in the gallery below. Features include a left-side mirror, Barracuda and Hemi badging, and a fiberglass hood with hold-down pins.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

American Racing 15″ wheels feature a polished finish and are fitted with staggered-width BFGoodrich tires. Wilwood disc brakes are fitted at all four corners, and additional updates include an AlterKtion coilover front suspension kit, subframe connectors, and power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

Black upholstery covers the front bucket seats and the rear bench. A Billet Specialties steering wheel is mounted to a Flaming River tilt steering column, and further cabin additions include an aftermarket climate-control system, a B&M ratchet shifter, power windows and door locks, and a Kenwood stereo linked to Memphis and Focal speakers.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

White-dial AutoMeter instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, dual tachometers, and auxiliary gauges. The digital odometer indicates that 2k miles have been driven since completion of the build. True mileage is unknown.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

The original inline-six was removed and replaced with a Ray Barton Engines-built 472ci Hemi V8 during prior ownership. The engine is equipped with an aluminum cross-ram intake manifold, a pair of Holley carburetors, black crinkle-finished valve covers, dual cooling fans, MSD ignition components, a trunk-mounted fuel cell, and headers linked to a dual exhaust. A 2007 dynamometer test sheet in the gallery below shows peak output of 688 horsepower and 597 lb-ft of torque.

472 Hemi-Powered 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

A Torqueflite 727 automatic transmission equipped with a Gear Vendors overdrive unit routes power through a Mark Williams Enterprises 9″ rear axle with 35-spline axles and a 3.25:1 Eaton TrueTrac differential. The seller states that a removed 3.70:1 Detroit Locker differential assembly will accompany the car along with a removed Tremec five-speed manual transmission and clutch components.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $74,000 by Cudakos
Auction Ended October 4, 2022 at 12:22PM PT
Bids 24
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Seller: ecded
Location: Glendale, California 91202
Listing Details
  • Chassis: BH29B8B455226
  • 20k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 472ci Hemi V8
  • Torqueflite 727 Automatic Transmission
  • Gear Vendors Overdrive
  • 9" Third Member w/3.25:1 Limited-Slip Differential
  • Repainted in Black
  • Replacement Black Upholstery
  • 15" American Racing Wheels
  • Wilwood Disc Brakes
  • Power-Assited Rack-And-Pinion Steering
  • AlterKtion Independent Front Suspension
  • Tilt Steering Column
  • AutoMeter Gauges
  • Power Windows & Door Locks
  • Aftermarket Climate Control System
  • B&M Ratchet Shifter
  • Cross-Ram Intake Manifold
  • Dual Holley Carburetors
  • Service Records
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #86335