How it started on March 4, 1970
CHRYSLER MOTORS CORPORATION
CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH DIVISION
P. O. BOX 1658, DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48231
Dealer Information Letter dated March 4, 1970
TO: ALL PLYMOUTH DIRECT DEALERS
RE: AAR 'CUDA
Plymouth is proud to announce the newest entry into the sport compact market, the AAR 'Cuda. Featuring optimum handling and braking packages with 340 6-bbl performance, the AAR 'Cuda earns its affilation with America's best known road racer, Dan Gurney. Named after Dan Gurney's All American Racers, the AAR 'Cuda represents the cars he will campaign in 1970 Trans-Am competition.
Distinctive in appearance, the AAR 'Cuda features a new hinged fiberglass hood with functional hood scoop, ducktail type rear spoiler, side outlet exhausts, biased tire sizes-- G60 x 15 rear and E60 x 15 front--and the new AAR 'Cuda body side strobe tape stripe. AAR 'Cuda identity is strengthend by the flat back grille, hood, and fender top paint treatment and the deleted wheel lip, sill, and belt moldings.
Mechanically, the AAR 'Cuda further displays its Trans-Am affilatiation. Powered by a new 340 6-bbl engine with special head and block castings and equipped with special rear springs and shocks and new front and rear sway bars, the AAR 'Cuda provides performance unmatched in the pony car market. Coupled with its superior handling characteristics, the AAR 'Cuda features disc front brakes and new 11-inch rear drum brakes to provide the ultimate in stopping ability.
AAR 'Cuda
| *E55 | 340 6-bbl Engine (Rated at 290 hp) |
| *D21 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission (D34 Torqueflite Transmission Available at Extra Cost) |
| *D56 | 3.55 Axle Ratio or |
| *D57 | 3.91 Axle ratio |
| -- | Sure-Grip |
| -- | Heavy Duty Suspension with Front and Rear Sway Bars |
| -- | Heavy Duty Shocks |
| -- | Power Disc Front Brakes |
| *U01 | G60 x 15 Rear and E60 x 15 Front White Raised Letter Tires |
| -- | Collapsible Spare Tire |
| -- | Left Remote Racing Mirror |
| -- | Rallye Road Wheels |
| *V6H | Tape Stripe |
To order the AAR 'Cuda, please code BS23 body style and special group code A53. Additionally, code the asterisked items listed above.
In addition to the above listed standard equipment, the following AAR 'Cuda options will be available:
| S74 | Fast Ratio Power Steering |
| J78 | Front Spoiler |
| M26 | Wheel Lip Molding |
Due to the AAR 'Cuda's distinctive styling and standard equpment heavy duty chassis, the following options will not be offered:
| H51 | Air Conditing |
| S77 | Conventional Power Steering |
| B11 | Heavy Duty Drum Brakes |
| J81 | Rear Spoiler - Wing Type |
| A45 | Front and Rear Spoiler Package |
| M91 | Luggage Rack |
| W23 | Road Wheels |
| -- | Wheel Covers (All) |
| A35 | Trailer Tow Package |
| D13 | Three-Speed Manual Transmission |
| AO4 | Basic Group |
| N96 | Shaker Hood |
| -- | Axle Packages (All) |
| S15 | Extra Heavy Duty Suspension |
| V68 | Delete Tape Stripe |
| V50 | Vinyl Side Protection Molding |
| N88 | Automatic Speed Control |
Vinyl Roof availability will be limited to code V1X (Black) only.
The AAR 'Cuda carries the same warranty as offered on other 1970 'Cuda 340 models.
The AAR 'Cuda is priced at $3966.00, Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price. Complete pricing information is contained in the attached bulletin.
Demand for this type of special quality pony car has been strong. The exclusive three - two barrel version of a special performance 340 CID engine and strong exterior identity will attract many appreciative buyers to Barracuda. Place your order now for this limited production AAR 'Cuda so that you can take full advantage of this unique sales and profit opportunity.
F. G. HAZELROTH General Sales Manager - CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH DIVISION
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