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A 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible, one of just 17 built with the legendary 440-6 Barrel engine confirmed by the V-code in its VIN, resurfaced after roughly 35 years in storage. Commenters couldn’t agree on what it’s worth, one estimated $150,000 restored, another argued a fully documented example could bring $2.25 to $2.75 million. One viewer even suggested sending it to Graveyard Carz for a factory-correct restoration. Which valuation is closer to what this rare fish will actually bring?
Tom Lembeck’s 1970 Plymouth Cuda Convertible has been part of his Chicago-area Mopar collection since 2007, wrapped in a Lemon Twist yellow finish and hiding a rare 440 Six Barrel engine under the hood. It is one of the harder combinations to find today: a numbers-matching convertible with the drivetrain enthusiasts specifically chase. Lou Costabile sat down with Tom to hear the full story behind the car. Watch to find out what makes this particular Cuda stand out even in a collection full of Mopar muscle.
A 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible surfaced after roughly thirty-five years in storage, and its VIN tells a story most barn finds cannot back up: it is one of only 17 factory 440-6 Barrel convertibles Plymouth ever built. Viewers immediately started arguing over what a car this rare is actually worth, with estimates ranging from six figures unrestored to well over a million dollars fully restored. Watch to see the car — and the debate — for yourself.