1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda Convertible – 7 examples
Two of the biggest Chrysler legends from the classic days of muscle car culture are the Barracuda and the 426 Hemi engine. All throughout the ’60s, those icons of the industry didn’t mix, at least not in street-legal cars. In 1970, Plymouth offered this legendary engine in Barracuda body style, immediately creating one of the fastest and most desirable muscle cars ever made (via Motor Trend).
The mighty Hemi engine was an expensive top-of-the-line option for the 1970 and 1971 Barracuda lineup. It was available in coupe or convertible form. It costs around $900, over the standard Barracuda’s price. Just about 600 coupes and only 17 convertibles got the Hemi option during a two-year production period. However, in 1971, only seven Cuda Convertibles got the Hemi treatment, making them incredibly rare and sought-after cars.