1973 Plymouth Barracuda Lime Green Coupe

Chrysler bid farewell to the 440 engine for its E-bodies after 1971, but as the cars’ architectures remained essentially unchanged through 1974, all that was needed for a big-block retrofit was an engine crane. The K-member was the same for all V8 engines except the Hemi, which made the swap from the original Plymouth Barracuda a relative snap. Performance upgrades have taken the engine’s output to nearly 600 horsepower, according to the seller, who adds the engine runs “amazing” and has “lots of power.” There are some cosmetic needs for this E-body, but it’s said to be in good overall condition. 

• The “G” in the VIN indicates the car was originally equipped with a 318-cu.in. OHV V8.
• In its place is a 440-cu.in OHV V8 with a six-barrel induction system and additional upgrades.
• According to the seller, it produces 594 horsepower and 591 lb-ft of torque.
• Complementing elements include headers that flow into a dual-exhaust system.
• There’s also an upgraded cooling system with an aluminum radiator.
• Backing the engine is a TorqueFlite three-speed automatic transmission.
• The exterior has been repainted Lime Green with an AAR ’Cuda-inspired graphics treatment.
• The body wears a Go Wing on the deck lid and a ’Cuda scooped hood with hood pins.
• Trimmed in black, the interior appears in good condition.
• Light wear is apparent in the seats and carpet.
• The center console, dash pad, door panels, and headliner also appear in good shape.
• Aftermarket gauges are mounted on the bottom of the dashboard.
• There’s also a large tachometer mounted on the steering column.
• The original AM radio remains in the dashboard.
• Power steering and power brakes (including front discs) are among the car’s amenities.
• Factory Rallye wheels are paired with radial tires that appear older.

• Receipts for the powertrain are available.

• The speedometer does not work.
• One of the mirror adjustment knobs is loose in the door panel.
• Some paint touch-ups are needed, says the seller, and the paint for them is included.
• There’s a crease in the sheet metal on the car’s lower-right rear corner.
• There’s also a piece of metal trim that is said to need straightening.
• Rust appears to be showing in front of the right-rear wheel opening.

• Originally a 318 car, this Barracuda has had a 440-cubic-inch heart transplant.
• The engine has a 3×2 induction system and is said to produce nearly 600 horsepower.
• On the exterior, the car has been repainted Lime Green with AAR-style graphics.
• The seller reports some needed paint touch-ups and there’s damage to a corner of the car.
• Inside, the black vinyl cabin appears in good condition, but the speedometer does not work.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on the proper British Columbia, Canada document in his mother’s name for transfer of ownership. This 1973 Plymouth Barracuda has a few exterior cosmetic needs, but it offers nearly 600 horsepower from a transplanted 440 Six Barrel engine — and the visual impact of a classic Mopar muscle car. “It’s in good condition,” says the seller.