Plymouth AAR 'Cuda (3rd generation)
A Trans-Am homologation special built for the road, not just the drag strip.
- Power
- 290 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.8 s
- Top speed
- 137 mph
- Est. value
- $70k–$160k
About the Plymouth AAR 'Cuda
The AAR 'Cuda was a limited-production homologation special created to qualify Plymouth for the SCCA Trans-Am series. Named after Dan Gurney’s All American Racers team, it featured a unique 340 cubic-inch 'Six Pack' V8 topped with three two-barrel Holley carburetors. Unlike typical muscle cars of the era, it was engineered with a focus on handling, featuring a distinctive staggered tyre setup and a lightweight Organosol black fiberglass hood. Its aggressive aesthetic is defined by side-exit exhausts, front chin spoilers, and iconic 'strobe' side stripes.
Plymouth AAR 'Cuda specs
The Plymouth AAR 'Cuda produces 290 bhp (216 kW) and 468 Nm (345 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.8 seconds and has a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).
| Make | Plymouth |
|---|---|
| Model | AAR 'Cuda |
| Generation | Third generation (3rd generation) |
| Trim | 5.6 V8 |
| Years | 1970 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 2,724 built |
| Original price | About $4,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.6-litre (340 cu in) Six Pack V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,572 cc (5.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 290 bhp (216 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 468 Nm (345 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.8 s |
| Top speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,633 kg (3,600 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 178 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Plymouth AAR 'Cuda worth?
A typical Plymouth AAR 'Cuda is estimated to be worth $70,000 – $160,000 (about £52,000 – £119,000).
Its original price when new was about $4,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Plymouth AAR 'Cuda rarity in CarSpot
The Plymouth AAR 'Cuda is a Legendary card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 87 out of 100. Flagship models and limited runs, typically worth £250,000 or more. A Legendary card is worth 160 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Plymouth AAR 'Cuda fun facts
- The AAR 'Cuda was the first production car to come from the factory with different sized tyres on the front and rear to improve handling.
- All 2,724 units were produced in a remarkably short six-week window between March and April 1970.
- The side-exit exhausts were so loud that they were actually illegal in several US states at the time of launch.
