|
|
Plymouth Barracuda. Pilot/Show Car.
VIN# BH23G1B100011.
The first Plymouth Barracuda Hardtop Built.
Of all Chrysler automobiles of the muscle car era the 1971 Plymouth Barracuda in all its manifestations is deservingly the most revered by collectors today. The long-nose short deck American sporty car was at its design zenith and this car got it absolutely right.
On Sunday 8-2-70 this, the first 1971 Plymouth Barracuda hardtop (the first 10 cars were convertibles) the pilot car for all 1971 production, was scheduled for production at Chrysler's Hamtramk, Michigan assembly plant. This was an export car and show car scheduled to be shipped to British Columbia, Canada. It was finished with In-Violet Metallic high-impact color with black interior. The matching color coded racing mirrors are particularly pleasing. Other unusual features of this important piece of history is the rare A93 package which deletes rear roll down windows and of course roll down cranks. ( rear windows are fixed) The car is equipped with 318 ci 2 bbl engine and automatic transmission.
These pre-production hand-built prototypes serve a valuable service to their lesser brethren that follow them. Now for the first time the changes for the model year all come together and the assembly reveals any problems with parts suppliers and production methods. This is literally the first time all these components, particularly those with any model year changes, are ever bolted together. Since this car was to be a corporate show car its build sheet is marked "01 SPECIAL HANDLING CAR" at the bottom of its original build sheet. (original build sheet is supplied with the car). There is also Y93 "SHOW CAR FINISH-LESS GAS" code verifying its show car status.
This is a true numbers matching 318 2V automatic. It has the original VIN, Cowl, header, engine and transmission numbers. It has the original fender tags, broadcast sheet, door VIN sticker. It is listed in the Chrysler registry and is 100% documented.
In addition to being a carefully assembled pilot car that was destined to be a Chrysler corporate showpiece for the 1971 year model, this car has been in good hands for the following 36 years. The original dash pad (unique in that it has no indention for a logo on the right side) remains with the car. Original air cleaner, carburetor, alternator, power steering pump remain with this hard top Barracuda. The singular alteration to original specification is the dual exhaust system.
This well-preserved original vehicle has received excellent care and maintainance. It is cosmetically and mechanically excellent and is ready to use. This important Barracuda would be the perfect addition to any collection. If you're and owner of important Mopar muscle (Hemi "Cuda?), this is the perfect icing on the cake.
Specifications and Particulars.
General Description 1971 Plymouth Barracuda 2 dr HDTP.
Wheelbase 108".
Curb weight 2905lbs.
Vehicle Identification Number BH23G1B100011.
Engine V8 Overhead Valve 318ci 230 horsepower.
Bore and Stroke 3.91"x3.31".
Transmission 3 speed Automatic.
Price - $ 45,000 |
|
Notify a friend about this vehicle for sale Click Here for automatic referral form. |
|
Click on smaller photos to enlarge to full size
