133319 / 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S

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If you wanted the baddest fish on the street in 1968, a car like this killer Barracuda Formula S would've been the ideal purchase. Dressed in a low key color, with a 383 under the hood, this fully restored 55,128-actual mile A-body is the kind of big-motor-small-car situation that puts a smile on any gearhead's face. One of approximately 395 to have an automatic-backed 383, it also has the rarity factor.

The subject of a lengthy restoration, the Ember Gold paint shows well with a glossy surface free of any major blemishes. Underneath that paint, the body is arrow straight without a bad angle in sight. Panel fitment is above average and the car exudes the kind of quality you'd expect from a top notch build.

Ornamentation was kept minimal with only 383 S hood inserts and fender badges hinting that this car is more than a 318 grocery getter. The stainless trim is clean and dent free and the glasswork looks great for its age.

Pop the hood and you'll find a potent 383cid V8 conservatively rated at 300hp. While not the original block, it's the correct engine for the car and looks factory fresh thanks to some attention to detail on behalf of the builders. From the Mopar battery to the correct wiper motor, every piece appears authentic. The car starts easily and sounds great through cast iron exhaust manifolds and an OEM style dual exhaust system featuring Pypes mufflers.

Underneath the car, body matched floors serve as the backdrop to a rebuilt stock suspension consisting of torsion bars up front and parallel leafs out back. In the center, the original A727 Torqueflite three-speed automatic shifts with authority, channeling power down to the 8 3/4-inch differential. Steering is manual as is braking which utilizes discs up front and drums in the rear. A set of body-matched steel wheels wrapped in BFG Radial T/A's finish off the cars no B.S. look.

Open the doors and a restored black vinyl interior awaits. Despite its compact classification, the Barracuda is a surprisingly comfortable place to spend time. The black bucket seats not only look great but provide the kind of support that makes long drives bearable. From the carpet to the headliner, nearly everything looks showroom fresh.

Regardless if you're into rare Mopars, sleepers, or just engine bays stuffed with big motors, this '68 Barracuda Formula S has something to offer nearly every enthusiast. If you're ready to hit the streets in one of the unspoken heroes of the pony car world, don't miss the chance to make this A-body yours. Call, click or visit http://rkmotorscharlotte.com for more information!