1970 Plymouth Cuda Convertible Is a 1-Of-29 Stunner

Scant Numbers

There are many rare and desirable Mopar muscle cars from the '60s and '70s, but few were produced in numbers as scant as convertibles. And this V-Code '70 Cuda that recently crossed the block at Mecum Auctions certainly fits that bill, as it's one of just 29 examples that rolled off the assembly line.

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Six Barrels

Just 29 V-Code Cuda convertibles were built in 1970, making this car a truly rare machine. And it's what lies under the hood that makes the Cuda so special, of course - a 440 cubic-inch engine fed by three 2-barrel Holley carbs.

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Drag Strip Demon

Those options don't just make this beautiful 'vert a rare machine, of course. They also make it quite competent on the drag strip. Especially when paired with the A727 TorqueFlite automatic transmission, as is the case here.

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Legendary Hue

It also doesn't hurt that this particular Cuda is painted Sublime Green, or J5 Limelight Metallic to be specific. That legendary hue truly captures the essence of the muscle car era and also undoubtedly helps add a few dollars to the sale price.

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Zero Subtlety

With black side hockey-stripes and massive "440" graphics, this Cuda is anything but subtle. But neither are the J45 hood pins, valence-exit exhaust tips, or shaker hood.

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Better Driver?

Though the Hemi of this era is arguably more iconic and easily more sought-out, many prefer the 440 as a better "all-around" driving package compared to the more exotic 426.

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Options Inside

Open the door or drop the top, and you'll find a plush black interior with bucket seats, center console, Slap-Stik ball-knob shifter, AM radio, three-spoke steering wheel, and woodgrain-trim Rallye dash layout.

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Possible Disadvantages

Convertibles have historically never appealed to fans of performance, as they are heavier and less rigid than fixed-roof cars. But then again, you also don't get quite the same aural experience when you romp on the throttle.

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Big Money

Thus, it's no surprise that convertibles are typically the rarest of all Mopar muscle cars. And that's led to some pretty big sales. This particular car hammered for just over $211,000, a truly significant figure.

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Appreciating Asset

V-code convertibles continue to go up in value, and there's probably more room to climb. And at least to us, it's pretty easy to see why they're so desirable these days!

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