Best of Show Automotive
7700 Tyler BoulevardMentor Museum of Speed, Mentor, OH, 44060, US
Phone : 440-350-1480
Email : joseph.carroll@bestofshowautomotive.com Numbers Matching 1971 Plymouth Cuda 440+6 4 Speed Dana!

I love cars like this flawless 1971 Plymouth 'Cuda: numbers-matching, no stories, super-rare, fully restored, 440 6-Pack, with lots of performance-oriented options, a 4-speed, in factory Tuxedo black with black buckets and no vinyl roof. Honestly, does it get any better?
First off, yes, this is a real 4-speed, 440 6-Pack 'Cuda coupe with matching numbers, one of only 108 built in '71. No, it's not a date-coded replacement block, it's not some 440 out of a station wagon that someone dressed up like a 6-Pack, it is the original code E87 440-6, as installed by the factory in April of 1971. The VIN and the cowl numbers match, too, so this 'Cuda is the real deal.

The fender tag reads as follows:

A34 Super Track Pack
N41 Dual exhaust
N42 Chrome dual exhaust tips
R11 Music Master AM radio
B51 Power assisted disc brakes
C55 Bucket seats
J25 3-speed variable wipers
26 26-inch radiator
J45 Hood pins with lanyards
J54 Sport hood
TX9 Tuxedo Black paint
H6X9 Black vinyl interior
E87 440-6 engine
D21 HD 4-speed manual transmission

Nice, isn't it?

It's clear that someone walked into his local Plymouth dealership and ordered this very specific and special car. It looks badass and carries a big stick. This buyer was completely focused on the hardware and performance, choosing the A34 Super Track Pack, disc brakes and a 4-speed. Frivolities like vinyl roofs, tape stripes, spoilers, and other cosmetic add-ons were not part of his agenda. No, this car was built to be a weapon.

The Barracuda changed slightly for 1971, with a new segmented grille and taillights, plus seat and trim differences. This would be the only year that the Barracuda would have four headlights, and also the only year of the fender "gills" on the 'Cuda model. There was no 440 with a 4-barrel carburetor, so if you wanted a 440, the 385-horsepower 6-Pack was the only way to get it. Without a doubt 1971 was the end of an era for E-body lovers. All the cool options and cool colors were gone after the '71 model year. There were no more big block engines or multiple carb set-ups, no more Dana 60's, Shaker hoods, elastomeric bumpers, spoilers or louvers.

What we do have is a thick folder full of receipts on this car. It was subject to a high-quality restoration in 2007, and still shows extremely well. With 1904 miles showing since restoration, it remains in show-worthy condition. To restore this rare 'Cuda, it was completely disassembled and put on a rotisserie. Every single nut & bolt was either refinished or replaced with original/NOS parts. All original factory sheet metal was used, except for a partial trunk pan replacement, and outer quarter skins. These pieces were replaced with original parts from a donor car.

The all-steel body was massaged to perfection and repainted in the correct PPG Deltron TX9 Tuxedo Black paint. The body on this Barracuda is a work of art, and is flawless in every way—if you've ever worked on a black car, you know how hard it is to make them look this good. Every single piece of stainless steel was repaired, straightened and polished to perfection. Every piece of chrome was redone, including the bumpers, trim, and driver's side mirror. The grille, grille surround, headlight bezels, tail light bezel and tail lamps are flawless & perfect.

To match the flawlessly restored exterior, the interior was done to perfection. The original bucket front seats and rear seats were reupholstered using the correct & original black vinyl. New door panels, carpeting and headliner were installed as well. The steering wheel, dash pad, gauges and instrument cluster were properly restored. All interior chrome and stainless steel was properly refinished to show quality. The original 4-speed Pistol Grip shifter appears factory new. The original factory glass was reused, and is in exceptional condition. The trunk has been expertly restored, with the correct, original jack refinished, and a correct inflatable spare tire is present as well. Also present are four brand new 15" Rallye Wheels with center caps and trim rings carrying four 15-inch reproduction Goodyear Polyglas tires.

I know we go on and on about the detailing of the engine compartments in these cars, but there's something special about seeing that bright orange engine in that all-black engine bay. Obviously those are the correct hoses and spark plug wires, and the air filter's authentic, and the motor's the right shade of super glossy orange, and, well, the entire compartment itself is gorgeous. Cool little details are everywhere, though, from the correct, dimpled, and date coded voltage regulator to the ECS Automotive-sourced wiring harness tags to the date coded hoses. You know that it is an original 1971 Sport hood because of the crumple zone creases in the bracing underneath.

Look over our past sales on these cars, including an equally nice 440 Six-Pack car with an automatic that sold for $140,000 last year. This car is every bit as nice. When you're talking investment-grade muscle, the '71 'Cudas are at the very top of the list of must-haves. And the only ones you should be looking at are the no-nonsense cars like this one with 100% matching numbers and all the desirable options. This is another one of those cars that will slip away if you don't act fast, and you'll regret it every time you look at one that just isn't quite as nice. Call now!

FACTS & FIGURES Year:1971 Mileage:1904 VIN: Transmission Type:Manual Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Black Interior Color:Black About this auction & Best of Show Automotive

Convinced that collector car values are plummeting? Don't be fooled! While the value of mediocre cars has been steadily sliding with the economy over the past two years, the value of incredible cars has stayed level and, is rising. In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find!

Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS.

We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask!

Note that our cars are on display in our showroom in Mentor, Ohio, in national print advertisements, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time.

Best of Show Automotive sells approximately 40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. Lastly, note that we do not change our pricing on any car based on Ebay auction activity. Ebay is a wholesale marketing platform, which we use primarily for marketing purposes.

If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. And, for you con-men and women out there, while you may think it's cute to create a user account and click the Buy It Now on a high dollar car you can't afford, note that we will track you down and we will recoup our costs for fraudulent bidding activity.

This car can be inspected at our 60,000 square foot office complex and showroom facility, operated as the Mentor Museum of Speed, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, six days per week. Museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 4 pm Saturdays. You may stop in at any time during museum hours to view our collection. If you would like to make a sales appointment (and avoid paying the ten buck admission fee), we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll below. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility.

We can transport your new vehicle to you in one of our enclosed car haulers. Cost depends on mileage and location. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help you with your transport needs. For a quote, call Ron at: (440)350-1480. Ron's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs.

A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: class="wmatterbold">Best of Show Automotive, LLC has a valid Ohio Used Car Dealer's License. Our showroom, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, is open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays, with viewing by appointment only Monday through Friday. We 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our 25 member staff is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars!

In addition to our main showroom in Mentor, Ohio, we own two secondary facilities, including a restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. Best of Show car have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We own all of our facilities and have a significant investment in our business. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, our Restoration Manager, Tim Wilhelm, can be reached at: (440)354-3279. Tim's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that …we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact our Inventory Manager, Doug Croxford, at: (440)350-1480. Doug's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence!

For general information, call us at: (440)350-1480. You can send an email directly to our President, Joseph Carroll, at: Joseph M. Carroll
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5782 Heisley Road
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Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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5782 Heisley Rd.
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
Mentor, OH, 44060

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