The Plymouth Barracuda’s glory years were 1970-74, and there are some folks in the Mopar camp who feel the final one ended on a strong note thanks to the introduction of the 360 small-block. While the 360 first appeared in 1970 for full-size cars, a performance version—and a successor to the 340—did not appear until 1974 for the Road Runner and Barracuda. Not only is this 1974 Plymouth ‘Cuda listed on AutoHunter an authentic 360 car with four-speed manual, but it also features electronic fuel injection. Other features include power steering and brakes, black vinyl top, black longitudinal stripes, scooped hood with black-out, rear spoiler, and more. Painted in lime green with a black interior, this swan song Mopar pony car comes from the selling dealer with a clear title.
The hue looks just like the High Impact color from 1970, “FJ5” Limelight, making this ‘Cuda easy to see in just about any light. The flanks are complemented by the optional stripes available for ’74. Other features include vinyl top, matte black non-functional scooped hood, hood pins, rear spoiler, body-colored racing mirrors, rocker panel trim, and fender-mounted turn signal indicators. A set of 17-inch versions of Plymouth’s Road Wheels is wrapped in 255/50 Nitto radials.
The black cabin is furnished in vinyl with a pair of bucket seats up front. A center console houses a Hurst “Pistol Grip” four-speed. Both the console and dashboard feature woodgrain trim. Other options include a three-spoke Tuff steering wheel, power steering, and aftermarket Pioneer AM/FM stereo with CD player.
The instrument panel includes a 120-mph speedometer and gauges for fuel, coolant temperature, and voltage, plus a clock. An aftermarket 8,000-rpm tachometer is mounted under the dashboard. The odometer reads 67,791 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.
The engine code in the VIN shows “L,” signifying this ‘Cuda is one of the rare vehicles built with the new 245-horsepower 360 High Performance. The four-barrel has been co-opted by an electronic fuel-injection system that works in conjunction with an Edelbrock intake manifold and headers. Also pedigreed per the fender tag is a four-speed manual.
The undercarriage features power front disc brakes and a dual exhaust system. You’ll find a 3.55 gear in the rear differential, a nice compromise between performance and streetability.
Unlike the Dodge Challenger, there would be no Barracuda after 1974. It was a different world, full of uncertainty after an oil crisis and increasing federalized regulations that seemed to kill all the fun. Yet this 1974 ‘Cuda shows how Plymouth persevered and refined the Barracuda, and further refinement has been implemented with several modern updates including fuel injection. Looks hot and drives hot? That’s a proposition that we’re sure you can live with, so be sure to bid soon because the car in this AutoHunter Spotlight ends on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
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