The Barracuda was changed slightly for 1971, with a new grille and taillights and trim, and on the interior seat 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.
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In 1969, Plymouth placed an increased emphasis on performance and as a result, the 375 HP 440 CID V-8 was added to the engine options.
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The 273 CID V-8 was no more, with the base engine the 318 CID V-8. Significant was the all-new 340 CID performance V-8
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The 1966 front sheet metal which, except for the grille, was shared with the Valiant. It better defined the view from the front, and the new grille featured a strong grid theme.
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The new body style was very up-to-date with what would be a hallmark of the late 60’s – the “Coke bottle” soft curves to the body sides. A new engine, the 383 CID V-8 was now available.
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Little external changes were apparent on the 1965 model. The addition of more power – as a separate “Formula S” model encouraged sales. Barracuda sales took a big jump to over 64 thousand this season.
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The Barracuda’s roof received a wrap over look, which was mated to an oversized, curved rear backlight that gave it a fastback shape. For this year only, Barracudas carried all three Plymouth, Valiant and Barracuda identifications.
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The all-new Barracuda model, styled by John E. Herlitz, was built on a shorter, wider version of Chrysler’s existing B platform, called the E-body.
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