It’s been said that they don’t make them like they did in the good old days, but the good old days didn’t have the 707-horsepower supercharged Gen III Hemi Hellcat engine. When transplanted into a classic Mopar, like this 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda, the good old days are smacked down with a wallop from the fuel-injected future. This thoroughly modern Pro Touring car, with a six-speed transmission and contemporary coilover suspension, offers a seemingly ideal blend of yesterday’s classic style and the incomparable performance capability of today’s technology. It’s a fresh build, according to the selling dealer, with only 529 miles since it was completed.
POWERTRAIN
Under the AAR-style hood is a Hellcat crate engine system, a supercharged 6.2-liter Gen III Hemi V-8 that’s rated at 707 horsepower and 650 neck-tugging lb-ft of torque. It’s used with Chrysler’s control system and front-end accessory drive kit, along with a custom exhaust system featuring long-tube headers and a custom cooling system. The seller reports no issues with the essentially brand-new powertrain, with only 529 miles on it, and no leaks. The engine is complemented with a Tremec six-speed manual transmission and a Dana 60 rear axle.
EXTERIOR
While the powertrain is thoroughly modern, this ’Cuda’s exterior retains its classic look, with a modified AAR-style hood, painted black and featuring additional late-model-style vents, complementing the contemporary interpretation of the vintage Plum Crazy on the rest of the body. There’s also a prominent rear spoiler and vintage Hemi hockey-stick stripes. The overall effect of blending vintage elements with the contemporary, including a set of 18-inch Boze wheels, appears to be very well integrated. The paintwork is said to be in “show” condition, with no blemishes and no rust, while the other exterior elements, such as the glass and seals, are reported to be in “like new” condition.
