
The Apex Collection · Lot F135
1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda
Factory R-Code Hemi Cuda, Factory B5 Blue, 426/425 HP Hemi V-8, Rotisserie Restoration
Highlights
- Factory R-code Hemi Cuda
- 426/425 HP Hemi V-8
- Torqueflite 3-speed automatic transmission
- Factory A32 4.10 Dana 60 rear axle
- Factory correct B5 Blue Metallic paint
- Factory N96 shaker hood
- Factory H4XW White vinyl bench seat
- Rotisserie restoration
- A21 elastomeric front bumper
- B51 power brakes
- J45 hood pins
- Accompanied by restoration photos
Specification
- Year
- 1970
- Make
- Plymouth
- Model
- Hemi Cuda
- Exterior
- B5 Blue
- Interior
- White
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Odometer
- 12,342 miles
- Lot
- F135
The Story
The 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda is one of the most iconic American muscle cars ever built. As a high-performance variant of the Barracuda, the Cuda came into its own in 1970 with aggressive styling and legendary power under the hood. The most sought-after model is the Hemi Cuda equipped with Chrysler's fearsome 426 CI Hemi V-8 engine, a powerhouse producing 425 HP and 490 lb-ft of torque, capable of launching the car from zero to 60 MPH in under 6 seconds.
Visually, the Hemi Cuda featured bold styling cues like shaker hoods, racing stripes, hockey stick graphics and optional hood pins, emphasizing its track-ready attitude. The car rode on a performance-tuned suspension with heavy-duty components, and buyers could opt for either a 4-speed manual transmission with a pistol grip shifter or a heavy-duty 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic.
This stunning factory 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda has undergone a meticulous rotisserie restoration and is presented in its original and highly desirable B5 Blue Metallic—a color that captures the bold spirit of the golden muscle car era. Every nut and bolt of this iconic Mopar has been restored to factory specs (or better), with no detail overlooked. Under the factory N96 shaker hood sits the R Code, dual-quad 426 CI Hemi engine paired with a 727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to the A32 4.10 Dana 60 rear axle.
The engine bay is show quality, detailed to a high standard with correct finishes, decals and hardware throughout. Whether you're pulling into a car show or hitting the open road, this Cuda delivers the goods in both looks and performance. The rotisserie restoration includes a beautifully detailed undercarriage, finished as cleanly as the top side. The interior has been restored with the correct white upholstery, factory-style gauges and wood-grain trim, offering a proper 1970s muscle car feel with a refined finish.
Riding on period-correct Rallye wheels and dressed with raised white-letter tires, this B5 Blue Cuda is as aggressive as it is elegant. The stance is right, the lines are crisp and the attention to detail is second to none. Whether you're a die-hard Mopar enthusiast or a collector seeking a top-tier example of one of the most iconic muscle cars ever built, this 1970 Plymouth Cuda represents an exceptional opportunity to own a true American legend that’s restored, refined and ready to impress.



