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1969 Plymouth Barracuda 340 Formula S Fastback 4-speed Numbers Match on 2040-cars

US $38,900.00
Year:1969 Mileage:135644 Color: Silver - Original Paint Code A4 /
 Black
Location:

Oakland, California, United States

Oakland, California, United States
Transmission:Manual
Engine:5.6L 5572CC 340Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Body Type:U/K
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: BH29P9199722 Year: 1969
Exterior Color: Silver - Original Paint Code A4
Make: Plymouth
Interior Color: Black
Model: Barracuda
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Base
Drive Type: U/K
Mileage: 135,644
Sub Model: Formula S
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1969 Plymouth Barracuda 340 Formula S


Numbers matching 340 4-speed Barracuda - a very rare fish. 
This car was rescued from 30+ years of indoor storage after a blown motor put it in a dusty corner of Citrus Heights CA. Tabs and registration expired in 1984 (have original california pink slip, signed by previous owner and not dated - this is an original PINK slip (the small ones). Car has CA blue plates with 1984 tabs that match reg cards found in car.

Body:
Started with a very rust free California car. A few small dime size spots of rust in the car were professionally repaired after complete media (glass bead) blasting. Body was primed and sprayed inside with Lizard Skin ceramic sound deadener after being treated to Quarter panel re-skinning on both sides in the rear (there was some bad bodywork lurking under the original skins from some minor accidents). Front fenders needed some sectioning work to replace more cut up bodywork, so donor fenders were cut for patches. After bodywork the car was re-sprayed with PPG products in the original A4 silver color that was underneath 1 previous paint over of corvette yellow. Black reproduction stripes applied after color sanding and polishing. Bumpers and some trim have been replaced with reproduction parts from Classic Industries and Year One. Numbers engraved in trunk gutter and core support match car.

Engine:
Original numbers matching block was still in the car - but had thrown a rod into the piston skirt. All 8 cylinders were re-sleeved by Joes engine shop in Concord CA, and the original block, X heads, intake and all were machined to stock specs, line honed, balanced and assembled with top-notch components. Engine is painted correct to year mopar blue. Original alternator (this is a dual field unit probably upgraded in the 70's) was re-conditioned as well as the original starter. A mopar performance electronic distributor, and electronic voltage regulator were also added to help with modern drivability. Original carter AVS included with sale, but carb was upgraded to an edelbrock unit. Engine was dyno tested and broken in - showing 295 HP, and near 350 foot lb. of torque. Cooling system was upgraded with high flow water pump and griffin radiator and March performance pulleys  (original radiator and pulleys included in sale).

Drivetrain
Original 4-speed trans, 8.75" sure grip rear end.

Brakes: Manual brakes, 4-piston disc in front (stock) and drum in rear. 

Interior:
Dash pad and gauge bezel / glovebox trim were replaced with reproductions, seat covers and carpet replaced. Door panels, steering wheel, shifter, door glass, seat belts, headliner, rear glass and seat frames are all original to the car.

Other Stuff:
All suspension and braking components including ball joints, tie rod ends, bearings, seals, brake calipers, etc. replaced with Moog / Timken / Prothane and Raybestos components. Exhaust is a reproduction system from Accurate Exhaust.Brake lines replaced with stainless  Fuel tank was cleaned and coated with a KBS coatings kit. Tires are new Coker firestone redlines on 70's vintage rally wheels with original centers and beauty rings and full size spare with redline tire mounted. Original jack in trunk along with reproduction trunk mat.
Manual brakes and Manual steering work very well - car stops and steers without effort.

What is not perfect - but could be replaced for a totally stock show winner:
- Fender tag is missing from car - but build sheet in car that matches vin shows most important options. Fender tag can be made from order and sequence number.
- Radiator,shroud, pulleys and carb as mentioned above (originals included in sale)
- Radio missing
- Wheels are painted black (my choice - but not correct)
- Wheel centers and beauty rings show some wear
- Some trim has small dings and scratches - but could be fixed / polished.
- Left side grille plastic is mis-shapen a bit, but hard to notice.
- Left side grille chrome bezel has very minor pitting
- Grille eggcrate painted black, but easy to bring back to silver.
- Small flaws in the paint with some alligatoring on the trunk and a little on the hood - but paint shines well, and flaws are very hard to notice. Paint is better than driver quality.
- Headrests not installed - but included with the car (need re-covering), have new chrome strip.
- New front marker reflector came unglued and broke off during first trip.

Car runs and drives very strong. I have driven the car several hundred miles since restoration to / from a few shows without issue. Sounds great, Looks great, and will lay 2 nice patches on command from a stop without the need to dump the clutch, and will roll 'em at speed! Car starts easy, and idles smooth.

I will update my listing with a video of the car in the next few days running and driving.
More pics at my website

This is a very rare car - and the reserve and buy it now prices reflect that. Engine work and hard parts purchased for this restoration total over $25k. 
Don't confuse a 340 4-speed car with sold cars that were 318 automatics.

This factory big block automatic car recently sold for $55k - Not the exact car, but this is an auto car with a big block - not a 4-speed.

Buyer is responsible for pick up / delivery - but I will consider delivery for a fixed fee based on buyer location by covered trailer / pickup tow.


On Jun-04-13 at 17:35:13 PDT, seller added the following information:

Car is located near port of Oakland so international shipping would be easy if taken care of by buyer.

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