Is the 2021 Dodge Cuda going to be as ICONIC as the 1970 Plymouth Cuda AAR?

The Barracuda is set to make a return from Dodge in 2021. This 1970 Plymouth Cuda AAR represents everything this is great about the muscle car era and performance. Under the hood is a 5.6L 340 6-pack that is mated to a TorqueFlite transmission. The exterior of this rare muscle car features a unique custom hood, All American Racers' graphics, and side exit exhausts. The interior of the Cuda AAR features all of the things that make the muscle car era so great. Is the 2021 Dodge Cuda going to be as ICONIC as the 1970 Plymouth Cuda AAR?
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[@wxman2003]

They also need to bring back the Road Runner.

[@barabasgezu]

Yes

[@shazamkablam1420]

Absolutely 💯

[@chrisgonzalez5883]

The gsx also should come back.

[@tedszweb5268]

Christopher The first real original Hot Rod specifically priced for the Common Man !

[@smilsmff]

see 1971 roadrunner and 2009 -20? Challengers all look the same

[@gingerbreadman5756]

Mannnnn later for a 2021 Cuda, I’d rock that 70’ all day everyday!

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@robertpoudrette4483]

@@RaitisRides Thing is... Try to buy a 70 Cuda in this shape, especially a special edition like the AAR. Then compare it to the new car's price.

[@kevinpatrick8788]

my late uncle had an AAR that he bought in 1974 . it was pretty much exactly optioned as this one . fe5 red , vinyl roof , auto ,buckets console , ps , pb . i have fond memories as a kid riding in the back of his with my brother and sister . i became a mopar fan for life and my first car was a 72 cuda 340 blue with blue interior . i bought it in 1982 when i was 17 . today my current ride is a purple 71 duster 340 with vinyl roof . i bought it in 2014 .

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great car story Kevin! Thanks for sharing it!

[@georgeharleydavidsonrider156]

Remember these cars when I was a kid and a teenager. It’s hard to believe that a Hemi Cuda it’s worth 250,000 or more dollars today.

[@rexbentley8332]

Something is only "worth" what people are willing to pay for it.

[@andrewp1998]

2.5 million

[@mikedee4399]

When I was a little kid about 3 or 4 years old my dad had a blue/black 71' 383 Cuda. He still regrets getting rid of it because he had 3 small kids. Especially like u said how much they are worth and what they are selling for today. (I would of kept the car and got rid of the kids)😆😆

[@trevonhall7873]

God that thing sounds amazing!! Besides my Challenger R/T, this is still my dream car!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one!

[@pewpew-_-2157]

i feel like if the cuda came back it would be a challenger with different design cues

[@RaitisRides]

I think you are so very right!

[@AbdullahHood]

13:54 On throttle! Smoke ‘em if you got them! 🚗💨 Great to enjoy a ride out in a classic car. A fun experience!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one!

[@howardmozingo4000]

Back in the day my best friend Rick had a purple AAR , we use to race now and then , thanks for showing this I am all amped up 😃

[@andrewmarinkovich8657]

Wow, what an awesome car. I'd be so nervous to take that thing anywhere.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@estebangarcia7595]

Im always waiting for that bussiness end of the car reviews, thats how you know its serious features! I enjoy the videos, just love to know about new cars and their features

[@BrakRulesAll]

Putting along at 25mph, and Joe has to scream for us to hear him over the racket. Love it.

[@RaitisRides]

I know right! It was one hell of a ride!

[@TheFlR3StOrM]

My first car back in the 70's was a 1970 Plymouth Valiant Duster. I miss the heck out of that car. Had her for many years until I had some hard times and had to sell it. I have told my wife for years I would love to have another 1970 Plymouth. Good luck to everybody entering. This is a dream car for most of us.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that with me!

[@goyo69]

Love when you do reviews on classic car like this Joe! Back when cars were car. more! More!! MORE!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you!

[@blairdobson3519]

@@RaitisRides Enjoyed your enthusiasm!!

[@jofortunato6756]

OMG that Cuda is a knockout for sure. Just gorgeous.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@maximumoccupancy69]

Thanks for the new vid, Joe! I loved your insight and history lesson as well. Stay safe!

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

Hey Joe! Boy does that car ever bring back memories. I was only eighteen when those beauties came out and they use to beat everybody at Dragway Park Cayuga, especially the Hemi ones. Thank you Joe, LOVE IT. 😎💖👊👍

[@pierresland]

yet another banger joe. this is OG muscle at its finest, a real throwback to the golden age of socal and deep southern street racing. thank you for sharing this with us

[@troyosborne]

I saw Plymouth Cuda at Spanish Fork’s car show today. There was a rare Cuda in the car show. Also, it has shaker hood, all numbers matched and it took a guy nine years in its restoration.

[@Raven-uu7lb]

Great video and review as always 👍🏻👍🏻 I love how Joe explain the history of any brand in every videos as some of us viewers may not know about the history or even the brand name of the car. The classic American Muscle styling is really beautiful 💪

[@edwardk6764]

My first car was a 71 challenger R/T. I had the twin nostril cowled scoops. The early 70s body will always haunt the back of my mind...especially in the challenger T/A trim in the sublime and black detail. The 70s were magical times in terms of old school performance and styling. The new ones may haul ass well (as long as you don't blow up your drivetrain), but will never be as epic.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so very cool Edward. Thanks for watching!

[@ajjette7807]

Got this baby in my garage! Thanks to Dream Giveaway Garage! 💪🏼

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

Back in the day when you had to actually DRIVE a car. That is one sweet 'Cuda!

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@josephlicata4304]

Thanks for the trip down memory lane. I specd out a new 1972 Cuda 340ci, pistol grip 4 speed. All options, $4400. Car had terrible quality control. Water leaks into trunk. Water leaks at side windows. Ran terrible because of smog controls. Plymouth dealer service was horrible. All that said I wish I had it now. It was a beautiful looking car.

[@1Chinx]

Love this channel he’s actually thinking WHILE HE SPEAKS WHICH IS RARE 💙

[@huevosmahao]

I would love to see this iconic car make a comeback. Great video.

[@TONYMADEANOTHERONE]

You have outdone yourself yet again. Keep giving us the muscle car content 💯

[@Raven-uu7lb]

8:46 That exhaust note sounds heavenly great!

[@IndyDog-ns8ws]

Bought one in 1970 for $3,300. Plum Crazy with bucket seats, no console, and auto on column. Had a 1969 340 S fastback before the AAR. The 70 had lot more rattles compared to the tight body 69. The 70's grill had a whistle at speed, very cool.

[@60viking]

I worked in Chrysler engineering and development. I drove the wheels off these starting in 69. My honorable discharge got me the best job ever.

[@meatball6930]

Can you believe how far they are building that ramp/bridge across pinellas. It’s insane. They needed to build a road above 19 also with like 5 exits for the whole county so people coukd go up or stay down and make it south or north with no lights. Have fun brother. Forza tuning and performance is really growing on KZbin. You should go see Brenton if you don’t know him already . He always has amazing cars in there. He does some of the work for these giveaway places. He’s an awesome guy. Would be cool to see you guys do reviews on some of the cars he’s got over there.

[@brianlee4629]

Love this Cuda, Joe! You've killed it again with this video!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@gtgodbear6320]

My grandma bought my uncles 1970s 340 Cuda with the hood scoop or Hood Shaker I can't remember. All the kids in town called her hot rod granny. She drove it into the 1980s when it hydrolocked it with gas.

[@steved1387]

That sound . . . the raw, raging fury of American Empire! Thank you so much for taking her out and getting on that gas pedal. Sheer beauty!!!!!

[@timephire]

Just can't beat the classics!!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@caclavijo]

This really looks good on you my friend. Thanks for hte video!

[@joelrodriguez7038]

Joe my brother I don’t know how you find this pice of history, but you know what that is amazing thanks

[@ericmoore3174]

Greatest muscle car, retromod on these are amazing. Nice job getting this review done.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@CanadianCruisin]

Nothing beats the classic muscle cars but dodges line up nowadays is pretty awesome. Looking forward to seeing what the new Cuda is like.

[@pj3679]

I have a 1966 Barracuda, and it has style and looks so sleek with that back window and fastback look. The muscle cars all look alike, I prefer the smooth style of the early Barracudas.

[@charliesierra6919]

Wow, great getting your perspectives on classic rolling iron. The Cuda was a design home run. Would love to see the modern take on this classic icon.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one.

[@danielkershner3269]

You really hit the nail on the head with this one Joe

[@HWolfeIII]

Maybe one of my favorite Cuda's this and the Nash Bridges 1971 model. What a dream come true!

[@calebg.9662]

Reminds me when I flew down to Clearwater last year, great times :)

[@RaitisRides]

Very cool!

[@hippydippy]

Love that car! Only thing missing is this the pistol grip 4 speed, but I'd take it a New York Minute any day of the week. The 70-71 Cuda's are my favorite muscle cars.

[@iNeverHadMercy]

Long Live American Muscle Cars !! Our families and friends have been part of this staple for......ever 🔥🔥🔥

[@RaitisRides]

Sir yes sir!

[@tonystuart6523]

Very enjoyable VLOG... thanks!

[@crimglory]

Awesome review on an awesome classic!! Well done Joe!!

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate that Dan!

[@adamn5821]

Sharp looking car. I love the Cuda. Thanks for bringing it to us Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one.!

[@LS1007]

Always loved the ‘Cuda. Especially the grill of the ‘71 model. You’re lucky to get to drive it! Looks like they’re building a new elevated highway down there. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad I could take you on a ride with this one Larry!

[@anowarulbari]

You are ravishing, man. Keep it up.

[@greganderson1989]

If they bring it back, I will buy one for sure.

[@lovethesmellofracefuelinth7374]

The hoods on some of the current challengers are designed after it, and is one beautiful machine. The 71 Hemi cudas are my favorite muscle cars of all time and the design is the pinnacle of the muscle car era like you said, but also love the AARs and are badass machines to. The little E bodies bring the big bucks at auctions, and saw a highly optioned one at a Seattle mecum's in 2014 sale for over 3 1/2 mill. Some of those 340s are badass high compression motors, and especially when it has the six barrel on top of them. They weren't ever known as deuces, and was a GM or Pontiac term that they used for their 3x2 carbs. In fact they aren't even six packs, and are referred to as 6 barrels on the Plymouths FYI bud. The only 3x2 setup I've ever had, was in a 68 Charger RT with built 440 and added six pk that was a badass Mopar. We bought some tickets earlier today and would be so badass to cruise in that beautiful machine, but even if we don't we still win because it goes to a worthy cause and is good for everyone all around 🙏🏼. I've always wondered if the cars that they do are numbers matching and can't imagine that they are, do you happened to know Joe ?

[@bobgoble2228]

Had one for a short period of time. Guy bought it from me before I even finished it. Still own a 69 GTX convertible and a 1970 Challenger R/T 440 six pack car/pistol grip 4 speed 354 Dana car. First new car was a 1969 Coronet R/T.

[@WOLF10307]

Look forward to getting a cuda when it comes out.My late brother had the 73 cuda with 340 in it.What a sweet car!

[@charlesmcclure5994]

I have always loved the barracuda, thanks for the ride 👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that i could share it with you Charles!

[@chuco]

Im building mine soon cant wait to have mine that clean

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful!

[@kc-6837]

Another great car and review. Thanks!

[@phw340]

Hahah, didn’t need a table and ate you lunch off the engine! Great review! It was nice to see you do a review of an old car! So used to you reviewing new stuff! Love the old Mopars! I love Twinkies!!! Now I know how many fit in my ‘72 Challengers console! Hahhaha!

[@UltraMAGAMan45]

I can't wait to drive that 275/19 interchange. Looks like it's going to be some long sweeping turns. Haven't seen the progress in 3 mo. It's gonna be fun... The 70 Cuda was such a beast.

[@alanzolotoff6014]

Fun video, I’m older than you and this remind me of the good old days. I had a 1971 Plymouth Roadrunner with a 440ci and a 4 speed.. I kick myself for selling it for $2700.00..... great video 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@armandorodriguez7958]

Oh Ya Flash BACK City !!!! Love Those Rides. Awesome Job Guys . Ha Tom. 💪💪💪💪📹📹

[@zxtenn]

COOL, i am 64 and I had a buddy who had a 70 Cuda with 440 6 pack and 430 gears with a 4 speed, couldn't touch my 67 Camaro with a 427/425 with 456 gears and 4 speed

[@RaitisRides]

That is cool!

[@doorkicker8507]

A black 440-6 six pack. 71 Cuda......PHANTASIM!!!!

[@toddclark332]

cuda's are my favorite buddy thanks Joe for sharing .hope you and wife have a great day and night.

[@RaitisRides]

We are doing great brother! Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

[@jddplays2757]

Awesome Video Joe. Waw just Waw, no words!!!

[@paulbare6371]

Joe, i remember these A AR,s sitting on my local dodge dealer's lot in 1969 1970 an the big wing superbirds when I was a senior in high school they sat for months an months, actually they were made fun of by all of us, nobody bought them, then one day they were all gone wow wow, thank you for this review good job

[@RaitisRides]

Man I bet you could of parked one in your driveway back then! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@jackr6896]

@@RaitisRides Me too! I remember fondly visiting all the muscle cars on dealers' lots on Sundays :)

[@tedszweb5268]

Sounds Great. Love the Classics, that’s why I have a Scat Pack because it looks just like the Classics. I had growing up a 1969 383 4 barrel Roadrunner & a 1969 Ranchero Rio Grande with 351 Cleveland hurst shifter , I used to do wheelies in that one. My new Scat Pack of course is faster with almost 500 horseplay but the biggest difference between driving the Old & the New is in the Classic when you got near a 100 mph those cars were shaking like crazy , you would be worried that the bolts would unscrew themselves, whereas with my 2016 Scat Pack the highest speed I’ve had it at, because of traffic conditions , was 148 mph. The smoothness of the ride you couldn’t tell if you were doing 148 or 48 mph. At the 148 I had to let up on the throttle as I was (fastly) approaching traffic I had a lot of peddle left so I’m confident in attaining a top speed of 180 mph

[@RaitisRides]

Very cool Ted! Thanks for sharing!

[@michaelcuff5780]

I remember watching Dan Gurney race the Cuda and Challengers on the Wild World of Sports when I was a kid in the 1970s! Does anybody else?

[@takisa2882]

Nice work Been waiting for this, Do the 1968 cougar

[@RaitisRides]

I hope it is worth the wait! I will track one down for you!

[@warrenwantoobe1267]

The judge of our town bought his son the Cuda in 1970 as a high school graduation present gave him three credit cards told him to take two of his buddies with him and tour the US for 3 months and then come back and go to college we thought that guy was a luckiest dude in the whole world !

[@bittertruth0000]

Love you Joe alot . This is really a historic car. Love you ❤️

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and letting me bring this to you!

[@mikecarmean6446]

I was in High School 69-72 Best Years For Muscle Cars and Remember Very Few AAR Cudas I Think Maybe Seen 3 Or 4 and Only 2 Superbirds ✅

[@RaitisRides]

Very cool Mike!

[@camaro68robertson26]

Thx Joe and muscle guns McGee. Talking my hobby, cruise ins and car shows, my groups name is cruisin for Heroes and charity is Fisher House foundation. We take our muscle car around raising awareness of Fisher House. I have a 68 Camaro it is a original 327 V8 300HP Camaro. Thx again fellas

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that we can share this one with you!

[@kevinnorris6558]

Definitely one of the coolest cars you’ve reviewed on the channel. I’m excited to see what Dodge is going to do with the Barracuda name.

[@Brando7867-j1u]

They were going to show the dodge cuda in 2018 but decided to do the red eye instead do to that vehicles popularity however the cars already built and was shown at a dealer's meet.

[@MrFS2004]

I clicked on this sooooo fast! One of my absolute favourites 😁😁

[@PaintsvilleLL]

That engine sounds like a dream!!

[@RaitisRides]

You can say that again!

[@shazamkablam1420]

Yeah until it breaks down, it becomes a nightmare.😏

[@PaintsvilleLL]

Shazam Kablam these are the engines you can work on. I would much rather have these designs. 10 to 1 more reliable because you can work in them. No computers, no BS

[@shazamkablam1420]

@@PaintsvilleLL yeah I know I was just fuckin wit you...😁

[@SovereignKnight74]

OMG THAT CUDA! One of my Dream cars next to the Dodge Challenger!!

[@stellantistom6881]

I love this classic car video so far. Thanks Joe. 👍🔥👌😍🔥🇺🇲

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could bring it to you!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides ;D

[@mcdan2696]

My favorite muscle car from 1970!

[@PaintsvilleLL]

LOBE THESE!!! Can’t wait to see these. MOPAR OR NO CAR!

[@RaitisRides]

I had a inclination that you would like this one.

[@trdacy]

Lol too bad Chrysler cant make make a car that dosnt break down so often

[@PaintsvilleLL]

King Kong Took Your Bitch 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 man. That’s a good one 😂😂😂😂wow. How long did it take you to think that one up 😂

[@coolreve2179]

I love how they refreshed this car and looks clean and nice and also why don’t you check out the trunk space

[@jeromeburrasca6710]

Most Outrageous Power At Redline is what MOPAR stands for. :)

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think.

[@727100bear]

the magnificent Plymouth brand should never have been retired! Plymouth and Dodge models had successfully “overlapped” for decades with separate badging distinguishing the models I. E. Valiant/Lancer (later Dart) Belvedere/Coronet, Volare/Aspen etc. Noticed this beautiful car is equipped with a blower type rear window defogger (air vent can be seen on the rear package shelf. Where is the control switch located?

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right Kyle. It is a shame.

[@calebg.9662]

Don't need 8 or 9 inches to impress the ladies with this.

[@RaitisRides]

Not if you a good! LOL

[@Raven-uu7lb]

Damn Caleb! Lol 😂

[@richardmalone4721]

OR: “Some guys are impressed with 9 inches when scrapping that Gurly Dana for Mrs. Ford’s Sweet Rear!”

[@GLHS592]

One of my favorite cars! Please do more reviews on classic muscle cars. I'm just not too big on a "Dodge" 'Cuda. That just doesn't sound right to me. What's next, a Chevrolet GTO or a Ford Cougar?

[@tomc8854]

Love the styling of these cars . That side exhaust is so cool. I just don’t think the new challengers captured the low wide sleek look of these cars.

[@pistolpete6321]

Wow what a classic!

[@Joe-ri3nf]

That sexy Cuda is worth it's weight in gold. American engineering at it's finest.

[@ollivermohler7385]

My grandpa was a car salesman when this thing was new, and he says that he wasn't allowed to sell it to anyone under the age of 35, because the insurance companies wouldn't insure them

[@StevenSanchez_95]

Wow. That’s how great this car is.

[@donstewart368]

BS

[@vincentfisher5895]

Oliver . That's bull shit .there was no age restrictions on buying muscle cars back then if you had a job and could handle the insurance payments the car was yours.

[@ollivermohler7385]

@@vincentfisher5895 1. You dont know what country It was is, nor the state. 2. It wasn't a law, I never said that, most insurance companies wouldn't insure the car to people under the age of 30 because of how fast it was (for the time) 3. It was a dealership policy, dumbass, because most insurance companies would refuse, so they didn't bother going through the trouble, so shut up bitch

[@ollivermohler7385]

@@donstewart368 read my comment to the other guy... bitch

[@georgeshotrodbarn2113]

In the mid seventy's i owned a 73 cuda 340 four speed red with black interior it ran strong it had 31000 miles and i sold it for 2300.00 bucks. i wish i had it back.

[@rukuscage9264]

Nice love the old school muscle review , did you say there gonna be a 2021 Cuda ?

[@RaitisRides]

Yes sir!

[@scottkinderdine3317]

I'll just say this.... I'll believe it when I can actually see one in person in 2021.

[@gethecar]

My brother had one of these when I was 5/6yrs old. I'm 21 now. I forgot how big these things are.

[@greganderson1989]

I’ve loved that car all my adult life.

[@bobtheminer7926]

Sounds like he’s having the time of his life. I’m sure I would

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it! I am so glad that I could share it with you Bob!

[@fanman71]

Awesome car ! Can't get that 1970 V8 rumble anymore

[@Nicktheguy24]

I hope so! Because if you look at dodge vehicles they all are pretty big and long, If u look at this cuda and look at the new challenger u see a big difference from the side view

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one!

[@Bluesky1ification]

Just saw the Picture of the 2021 Dodge Cuda! damn it Nice!!!

[@RaitisRides]

It's going to be interesting!

[@Bluesky1ification]

@@RaitisRides oh yes!

[@transam1870]

Joe Raiti = Muscle car ambassador

[@jakenorman6473]

I can't wait to see you review the ussv rhino gx