First Gen Barracuda Restomod Gets a Hemi

Early Cuda

When you think of the Plymouth Barracuda, you probably think of the later, early '70s cars. But every now and then, we see a cool first-gen 'Cuda worth a look. And that certainly applies to this awesome restomodded '66 that recently crossed the block at Barrett-Jackson.

Photos: Barrett-Jackson

Blown Hemi Power

No matter how you feel about the early Cuda's looks, no one will have qualms with what's under the hood. And that's a Hemi of course. Thanks to an Edelbrock E-Force Stage 3 supercharger up top, it also produces a healthy 700 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque.

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Uncommon Comfort

The inside of this brute is pure luxury and modern technology, however. Things like custom seats wrapped in plush leather, power everything, Vintage Air A/C, Autometer gauges, and a booming stereo system coddle the driver and passengers in comfort not seen in the '60s.

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Shaved and Smoothed

On the outside, that theme continues as Axalta brown-black paint covers a shaved and smoothed-out body, LED headlights, custom taillights, a handmade hood scoop, Road Runner backup lights and turn signals, and 18" Cragar wheels wrapped in Michelin tires.

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Fortified Systems

To handle the prodigious power provided by the new Hemi, this Cuda has been treated to a Magnum Force suspension kit, front tubular arms, a 4-link out back with Vikings double adjustable coilovers, PSC rack & pinion steering, and Wilwood 4-piston brakes. 

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Changing Perceptions

With all of this modern goodness packed into an unconventional model, this '66 Cuda has certainly raised the bar for a largely unloved car. But perhaps the best thing about it might just be the way that it drives!

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