1967 Plymouth barracuda, 1st year of the second generation.

TodayWe are at an all new location Tommy’s toybox in Struthers Ohio, To take a Closer look at the 1967 Plymouth barracuda formula S. We take the tour go over some background information fill in some blanks. Go through all of the button switches and knobs enjoyed this episode =)
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[@jon-p]

Watching the wheels by John Lennon

[@What.its.like.]

Congratulations you got it and you’re the first one to do so =) Tomorrow episode ( going to post title for next episode down here for something to look forward to ) =) Be sure to tune in tomorrow for 1971 amc hornet SC/360 another rare car

[@HarborLockRoad]

I had a 67 or 68 back in the 90s... The folder rear seat came in handy when my now ex wife used to lock me out of the house. Always had a dry place to stay. 😂

[@carlmontney7916]

🎶 you can't boss my boss Barracuda around 🎶. I've always loved the styling of these.

[@What.its.like.]

=)

[@billkunert7281]

I had a 1968 340S and loved it. Mine was a 4 speed and came with Firestone Wide Ovals. They lasted less than 2000 miles as they were unbelted, just bias ply. It was a pretty fast car-could beat 383 Road Runners. I still miss that car.

[@spenser5719]

You are correct the 225 slant six was offered for ‘67 because we had one brand new then with three on the tree. 145 bhp. The other door light was under the dash. Our 67 Barracuda fastback( my Dads) was midnight blue exterior and interior metal, with white interior and front buckets. 67 was the first year they had hazard lights, and dual pole master cylinder. It was also the only year to not have turn signal indicators fender mounted, from 67-69. Also the first year for the smaller rear window and the first year of the redesigned fastback deemed as Italian styling. I want this car but it looks like it’s already gone.

[@middleclassretiree]

Yes they could because they were under rated at 275hp (actually 350 hp) and they weigh less than the 275hp 383 C. I. Engines 👍

[@dannyg6592]

My dad had the same car. It hauled ass and cornered very well. Dad said it was the best car he ever owned. The 340, Formula S package and Hurst 4 speed was an awesome combination.

[@scottsdialyadventure1338]

One of my favorite Mopar wish I could find another one... Mom ordered one brand new 340 formula S In 1968 so that was going to be my car when I graduated... Actually took loving care of that car change the oil wax it washed it and check the tires at age 10 ... From age 10 to 12 I knew Where the Spare key was , So I had a lot of test drives around the block.. About 1970 I had warned mom of a bad intersection and a couple months later sure enough she totaled the car right there Period did I mention sometimes I see the future... What a shame I would probably still own that car today🙏🙏

[@josephgaviota]

15:06 Notice the flat housing for the upper radiator hose. Under that is the thermostat. So easy to work on, simple gasket, easy easy. Also, a 4-bolt water pump, another EASY fix. I wish today's cars were designed for EASY maintenance-they're NOT. [edit: fix typo]

[@jeffreybrianring6392]

Very rare, bench seat, I've always loved the 2nd gen barracudas. Jay if u pull the latch in the middle of the trunk diveder it will fold down and give u 6 ft of storage space to haul ski's or other items.

[@jdgimpa]

The rear seat also folds down.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing that I forgot to put the seat down

[@daveridgeway2639]

Hi Jeff, I just replied above, but I did not see your reply before. Dave...

[@middleclassretiree]

Actually it’s 7 ft and it’s flat I’ve camped back there in the both the 1st & 2nd generation barracuda’s very comfortably 👍

[@studio-iy7ov]

Very nice, unmolested, Cuda,good to see a survivor. Thanks Jay

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you for watching I love them stock the most =)

[@middleclassretiree]

Hey jay I see someone pointed out the cool fact that the trunk panel folds flat exposing a 7 ft flat floor space, very cool for camping etc 😮, by the way yes these barracuda’s were very quick 1/4 racers always shot for a 10 lbs per horse to get you into the 12 second range, as long as you could hook up and these cars were 2600-2700 lbs and 235- 275 hp (yea buddy)👍👍

[@scottsdialyadventure1338]

Oh yeah memories I forgot to mention those cards are perfect for Sneaking in the drive in movie , I wonder how many times I crawled from the truck into the back seat , after flipping the partition down ... Was such a cool car , that would definitely be on my bucket list , realistically with some Urgency , since I am waiting on A transplant list... thanks for sharing🙏🙏

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing those memories =)

[@jasoncarpp7742]

Awesome video! This has always been my favourite generation version of the Plymouth Barracuda, the 1967-69 model years.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you glad you dig this episode This area of Plymouth barracuda is overshadowed It’s almost like the redhead middle Child of the Plymouth barracuda run of cars I honestly like the style the best out of all of the Plymouth barracudas. I remember five maybe 10 years ago you could pick one of these up for about five grand I’m not talking the formula S model just a regular fast back barracuda

[@josephgaviota]

I seem to remember Road & Track articles about the "amazing" rear window.

[@aaronwilliams6989]

Bench seat in front! WOW!

[@johnclements6852]

Congratulations on your new dealer, Jay you're on your way now. Lovely barracuda.

[@What.its.like.]

Tommy is just a friend of mine just featuring a new location.. I’m good doing me for a while =)

[@Duececoupe]

Love these Barracuda's, particularly the '69 as I was born that year.... That's a lot of angles and what not that I didn't know....very much an educational channel indeed my friend! 🤜🏻🤛🏻🍻

[@What.its.like.]

=) I want to make it a point to present each car ( almost in a light like some channels do the new cars ) as if you were looking at these cars for purchase

[@josephgaviota]

10:34 The glovebox "platform" reminds me of how often we used to go to Drive-Ins ... and that NICE drinks platform was GREAT to have. I'm sure Mary, our favorite waitress at Bob's Big Boy in Burbank is long since gone, but Mary, we (high-school boys) enjoyed your great service over the years. I'm sure we didn't tip you nearly enough-a mistake my older self wouldn't make.

[@paullee2177]

Spring of '68 I bought a new Barracuda 340 Formula S, 4 speed the same color as this '67. Bought in Roy UT while stationed at Hill AFB, Ogden UT.

[@What.its.like.]

That’s awesome what did you like the most about it what did you like the least about it

[@paullee2177]

@@What.its.like. It had great performance and handling. Even at 100+ mph it was rock solid. Dislikes, none.

[@billymishoe8578]

My first car was a 68 Formula S fastback. Med. green with black bee stripe across the rear. White and dark green inside, bucket seats. 150 m.p.h speedometer. 340 H.P automatic with sure-grip rear. One of the best parts other than how easy it would do doughnuts was how when you stayed out partying all weekend, you could lay down the trunk panel, lay down the rear seat. throw in a blanket and sleep in the back. I'm 5'10 and had enough room to sleep two.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome story thank you so much for sharing that memory with us these cars were Underappreciated in my opinion I remember 10 years ago you could get not a formula S but you could pick one up for about five grand

[@Pilgrm]

Hi! I just found your channel and venge watch for hours, hitting the ones that most interested me. I really appreciate your channel. That being said, I couldn't help but point out that you missed highlighting what I think is one of the best features of the 1st and 2nd generation Barracudas. That is the fact that the rear seat folds down, as well as the trunk partition. Giving such access that even you could lay down in it! Thanks again for your channel. ✌

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for catching that I totally forgot to do that when I was there I will not miss that opportunity I plan on doing all of them.. so when I get to another barracuda I will make sure that I put the seats down I’m so sorry I missed that aspect I’m glad you dig this channel though =) welcome to the community

[@jon-p]

I love watching The Wheels on your channel Jay! Have a happy and prosperous New Year!

[@What.its.like.]

Great to hear happy new year =)

[@jefferywarshawsky2263]

Love that model of barracuda

[@What.its.like.]

It was a sweet model that’s for sure =)

[@bradhampton6457]

Love the Barracuda’s. Never understood why they didn’t catch on to the buying public. Mustang outsold them 5 to 1. They were a great car.

[@markcollins457]

Great ride. The 2nd generation Baracuda was the unsung model in history. The basic chassis comes from the Dodge Dart/Plymouth Valiant this is one car I would love to do a Restomod on.

[@What.its.like.]

I remember these cars used to be cheap like 10 years ago you used to be able to get one for like five grand I’m not talking the 383 I’m just talking any model small V-8 they’re starting to pick up in value.. and they’re not as easy to find as they were 10 years ago

[@markcollins457]

@@What.its.like. yeh the small block like a worked 340 would be my choice I love the 383 for torque but that chassis doesn't like the extra weight.

[@ROXSTARCorvette4371]

A very cool looking early muscle car.

[@What.its.like.]

=) glad you liked this one

[@dflf]

I’m surprised you didn’t demonstrate how the rear seat folded down with access to the trunk area. Fun fact: the front and rear bumpers on the 67-9 barracudas are interchangeable

[@What.its.like.]

Yeah I generally do That was something I missed

[@Al-thecarhistorian]

My favorite Barracuda. Simply beautiful and well balanced. The standard engine for the 1967 Barracuda was the 225 CID slant six or 273 V8. The 170 CID slant six was not offered on the Barracuda. The 225 CID six was not taken off the table for 1967. I consulted two great sources for information. (1) THE STANDARD CATALOG OF CHRYSLER 1924 to 1990 by John Lee, First Edition. (2) THE PLYMOUTH AND DeSOTO STORY by Don Butler, Editing and Design by George Dammann. Copyright by Crestline Publishing Co. You might want to invest in various printed texts regarding the history of cars. There are many! While my memory is sound and my knowledge adequate, my extensive printed library is often my go to source for specific details. I'd start with the STANDARD CATALOGUE OF AMERICAN CARS and build from there. You're doing great. Each video is an improvement over the previous one. Keep up the good work. You have my support, Jay!

[@What.its.like.]

The ultimate deciding factor was it wasn’t in the book of collectible cars it was underneath the listing from 67 to69 did say the engine was available but it wasn’t available in 67 it was available and 66 and 68 why it wasn’t I have no idea some sources said it was available other sources said it wasn’t.. that book has been pretty spot on about most everything so I decided to just go with that book

[@Al-thecarhistorian]

An update regarding the availability of the slant six in the 1967 Barracuda. Curbside Classics posted an article on August 31, 2023 that covered the 1967 Plymouth Barracuda. They reprinted a road test article done by "Car Life" magazine in Mach of 1967. CL tested two 1967 Barracudas: a hardtop equipped with the standard 225 CID slant six and a fastback equipped with the 273 CID 4-bbl V8. Some sources can be inaccurate or misleading. In this case, a publication missed the boat. Many other reputable sources list the six: factory sales literature confirms its availability. Also "The Standard Catalog of Chrysler", "The Standard Catalog of American Cars" and "The Plymouth DeSoto Story". There was, indeed, a six offered from the factory for the 1967 Barracuda.

[@ricks.8563]

Nice that you pointed out the body lines. To me the second gen Barracudas are the best looking. This one is a great looking example with the wide oval tires. That really makes the look. I have a 69 Fastback myself. 4spd, 225 slant six. A combo available in the Netherlands where it was built new. 6.95 bias ply on 14 by 5.5 on mine.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome is there a lot of classic American cars in the Netherlands otherwise that would look like a spaceship.. =) thank you so much for sharing your car with us I wish I would’ve put the backseat down

[@ricks.8563]

​@@What.its.like.Yes there are still some classic American cars here but I wish there were more on the road. I can understand that when filming it can happen to forget some things, so no problem!

[@tigre7739]

I've always like this body style. It just looks like nimble little machine that can move. That's a great looking color I think.

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree

[@christopherkraft1327]

Hey Jay, this beautiful Barracuda is a real time capsule!!! It looks like a brand new car. I've never seen a Barracuda with a bench seat before. That partition between the trunk & the area behind the seat along with the back seat fold down so you can put long items in the trunk. The 383 Commando is powerful & a gas guzzler too!!! The after market tach mounted on the dash looks kinda goofy to me but other than that the car is perfect!!! Thanks for sharing another exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂

[@What.its.like.]

Glad you liked this one 1971 ac 360 hornet coming tomorrow =) I miss my opportunity to put the seat down I knew I was forgetting something but I lost my train of thought while I was there started talking to the owner me and him are friends.. =)

[@christopherkraft1327]

@@What.its.like. no problem, you are so busy doing so many things when you film a video it's easy to overlook a detail or two!!! Keep up the great work!! 👍👍🙂

[@shemp5858]

I had one with a Slant 6

[@tsf5-productions]

This is one model design I didn't care for though...it sure had a big back window! Your "Mystery Tune" ... sounds like John Lennon of The Beatles "I just had to let it go..." I've heard it but, what album and title song (again, without looking at the comments, yet) this one stumps me. Oh well...

[@What.its.like.]

I really like these and they are still a bargain (not big block cars) they are just starting to go up in value, the song was because the owner said he wouldn’t part with this car but decided to sell it I just had to let it go is what they will say years from now

[@keno77]

That rear window breaking will make full grown men to cry

[@Radiowild]

If this is a correct 383/ 4 speed car, this is uber rare. A high school friend had a 68 with a slant six and a automatic. It was stone dead in 1975, and I helped him get it running. Neat car!

[@What.its.like.]

Super rare when I was looking up information all the formula s cars that I was seeing was hi po 273 v8 had to do a lot of digging

[@josephgaviota]

14:48 I believe those hood hinges were supported by torsion bars ... no springs, no "gas shocks," so it'll last FOREVER.

[@What.its.like.]

I absolutely hate gas shocks I have no idea why people replace the springs and put gas shocks on they wear out fast

[@petehunter2988]

Back seat was for insurance purposes. Two seater is a sports car, too expensive to insure.

[@danielimpastato3466]

Great review as always, Jay👍🏼 I worked at a hand car wash when those were new. We cringed when they pulled up - all that rear carpet to vacuum and spot clean👎one of the best years for all Mopar in my opinion. 👏

[@What.its.like.]

Great story thank you for sharing that awesome memory =)

[@Al-thecarhistorian]

This excellent presentation has sparked, for me at least, a dilemma. The problem surrounds the availability of the 225 CID slant six power plant in the 1967 Barracuda. Several excellent sources state the 225 CID WAS available (see my post below). The 170 CID slant six was NOT offered on the 1967 Barracuda. There is a You Tube video displaying a 1967 Barracuda with the 225 slant six. Owner claims it is original. Other sources say (as Jay stated) the 225 CID slant six was not offered for 1967! So, my question is: was the slant six offered from the factory in the 1967 Barracuda? There should be a definitive answer to this question. If anyone has the answer, I'd be more than interested. Mustang and Camaro both offered 6-cylinder engines in 1967. I can't believe the Barracuda skipped the six in 1967.

[@What.its.like.]

I thought it was the weirdest thing in the world why wouldn’t they offer a six cylinder and 67 I ended up not putting it in the episode because the complete book of collectible car said it wasn’t an option.. welcome to the world of conflicting information it’s crazy I almost put it in there anyway but then I was afraid that people were gonna say that the 225 was never offered.. Glad you like this episode =)

[@squirrley9]

I would rather have a "67 Mustang due to the fact that the '67 Barracuda doesn't lend it's self well to power steering when it comes to big blocks. Factory air conditioning looks aftermarket on this car and not many came with power brakes, not to mention disks. "67 Mustangs had many that did have power brakes and power steering. The aftermarket parts market are way more numerous for the mustang thus finding parts is a cinch. This being said, I have a '67 Barracuda. I could of had my choice of Mustangs but that was the issue, in that there are so many of them wherever you go. Nothing is really special about them compared to the Barracuda and because of that they look quite commonplace and ordinary. This body style is quite rare looks very special. I have a conv. in turquois with a white top and a black interior. I had to put power disks in it for my own sanity but came with power steering and a 273 auto, bucket seats with console. I always thought that the formula came with 150 speedos and buckets but I'm sure that anything could be changed.

[@What.its.like.]

I think I’m right there with you I had a 67 mustang so I totally know where you’re coming from mine was a coupe though, miss that car every now and then, I have a 52 Chevy 1 ton stake truck And if I’m honest it stops better and rides better than my Mustang did not sure it there was something wrong with my mustang but. Yeah it was a cool stress ball I used to slide sideways every chance I got

[@daveridgeway2639]

Hi Justin, nice video! By the way, all 1964-1969 Barracuda Fastback(s) had a big flip down door in the forward section of the trunk, that opened into the the rear of the sport deck behind the rear seat, and the rear seat would also fold down for extra cargo, for items such as snow skis, water skis, golf clubs, fishing rods and thing of that nature. Please reply. Dave...

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for that awesome =) I knew I forgot to show something

[@leewilliams2094]

The 235 horsepower 273 was underrated by the factory the NHRA factored the motor at 275 horsepower same as the Ford hi-po 289 that Ford advertised as 271 horsepower.

[@What.its.like.]

Sweet thank you for sharing that information =)

[@leewilliams2094]

There was also a 1965 1966 option on the 273 known in the Dodge Dart as the Super Stock D-Dart package. It came with wilder cam aluminum intake a larger four barrel and fender well headers. I'm sure the same option or parts was available for Barracudas but I don't know what Plymouth called it. The D- Dart package was factored by NHRA at 325hp horsepower.

[@bruceschorr3926]

I'm going to be ill. Yes I had one in the early 80's

[@What.its.like.]

I think these are the next one to catch on for years you could get a 67 barracuda on the cheap because they were overshadowed by both the 64 and later Cudas

[@josephgaviota]

I remember my gym teacher in Jr. High had a car exactly like this, 4-speed and all. As the old song goes, _" Thanks ... for the memories ..."_ (although I don't know about a 383; I'd think more like a 318). Mr. Altman, are you still out there? [edit: I remembered teacher name]

[@josephgaviota]

My teenaged self thought this was a very cool car, and I wanted one (though too young to actually own one).

[@What.its.like.]

Great story thank you for sharing that awesome memory

[@jimm4279]

Those things was so few and far between that if you wanted to get used parts you had to find one of them damn things in the wrecking yard that was the same color

[@jamesgudgeon4868]

I wonder Whatever happened to Four door Convertibles?

[@What.its.like.]

Probably too complicated to make

[@chrisallen766]

Had the convertible version

[@What.its.like.]

Oh wow still wish you had it?

[@jeffreycarrow8584]

WHY CANT THEY BUILD SOMETHING LIKE THIS NOW BUT ELECTRIC WOULD SELL LIKE CRAZY

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree

[@brettmarshall5895]

He didn’t put down the back seat and the trunk divider.

[@What.its.like.]

I’ll do another one..

[@brettmarshall5895]

@@What.its.like. I bet you can lie down full stretched out in the back of a Gen II Barracuda with a sleeping bag and a pillow. I used to camp in mine. With a cushion, sleeping bag and pillow. I think it’s about 4 feet wide and 7 feet long with the back seat down and the trunk divider down.

[@scottbatey3130]

Young guy like you missed the fold down back seats?

[@What.its.like.]

Yeah I missed that

[@scottbatey3130]

@@What.its.like. You're not the only one! My girlfriend's dad bought her 1 of those cars and didn't know the back seat folded down! LOL

[@glengabruch4664]

Please check out my 1968 Barracuda fastback powered by a rowdy 512 stroker backed by an A833 4 speed manual. I think you'll approve. 👌

[@alexanderryan1176]

there was no original tach? Seems like that would make shifting it a pain.

[@What.its.like.]

This model didn’t have a tach not sure if it was optional you just did it by sound, lots of cars didn’t have them a had a 67 mustang that’s didn’t have a tach karman Ghia didn’t have one own a 52 Chevy 1 ton it doesn’t have one either, but both my 2001 and 2006 Honda mini vans have them

[@jasonnaimie5465]

Question? you keep saying almost every video i have seen, the words rust prone. the big question is of all the videos that you have done to date, which cars or trucks etc are not rust prone.great video

[@What.its.like.]

Mopars are the most rust prone Nash Hudson and unit body cars are the ones you really have to look over

[@jasonnaimie5465]

the question is why is Mopars the most rust prone it is just the place or is it the way they did the rust protection at the time? can you do a video from best to worst on car and truck brands based on how rust prone they are. i think it would make a great video and be very informative. @@What.its.like.

[@What.its.like.]

Mopars didn’t do metal prep, and used thinner/ cheaper quality of steel.. But yeah that’s a great idea for future channel

[@manuelicos08]

Beautiful car Jay Greetings from Allende NL Mexico

[@What.its.like.]

It is =)

[@antoniohosino145]

INSTANT KARMA GONNA GET YA !!!!!!!!!

[@What.its.like.]

For what exactly?

[@antoniohosino145]

JUST A REPLY TO A SONG TITLE FELLOWS !!!!

[@What.its.like.]

=)

[@rnt45t1]

Can't find any info on the Barracuda on the Tommy's Toy Box website.... Edit: $65,000 asking.... LOLOLOLOL guess I won't be buying it.

[@What.its.like.]

I asked him if he put it on his website and said he didn’t yet but when he does I’ll link it on here =)

[@55chevytruck]

Had one just like this until I got t boned at an intersection by some women not watching!

[@What.its.like.]

Wow sorry yours got destroyed

[@tcanderson9079]

Start, drive? not a great effort...

[@billhyde2303]

The audio quality is just "god awful"

[@What.its.like.]

I don’t know I tried it just tried it and it sounds good over here

[@johnclements6852]

@What it’s like I'm listening through hearing aids and headphones, and it sounds fine to me.

[@What.its.like.]

Good to hear =) youtube has been glitchy lately

[@Al-thecarhistorian]

@@What.its.like. Audio sounds fine to me.

[@Roberto_Garcia_]

Back in the days, My 'Cuda had a 273 with four barrel, dual point, and factor headers. Also tranny was auto on column. My cousin got it impounded and did not have money to get out of storage. It was bought by another individual and motor was removed. Got the car in Pawoque, NM back around 1973. That was one cool ride and if I ever own another vehicle, it would be the 67 Cuda. I would turn it back as how the first cuda I ever bought. oh by the way only gave $300 for this ride and do truly miss the ride. It was very dependable. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎🙊🙉🙈😎

[@What.its.like.]

What an awesome story thank you so much for sharing it with all of us that was really cool. It’s never too late these things are starting to go up in value you should go try to find another one relive the glory days =)

[@Roberto_Garcia_]

To response to question. The ride was smooth and when needed performance it was always their without a strain or hitting pedal. The combo was well built and with the back seat folded down level. There was enough room to lay down in, with your legs comfortably and with padding under one's body it was almost as perfect to a great bed.