Original 273 & 4-Spd. Broadcast Sheet. Certicard. Front Disc. 8 3/4 & Sure Grip.

1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S Description

As to myself, I am a (69) year old kid that loves muscle cars. For my work, I am retired from managing a Correctional Facility here in Maine and had worked for the Maine Department of Corrections for (40) years. I am also a respected member of my community. I mention this only because of the value of this car and so that prospective buyers will have some idea as to who they are dealing with. Also, please check out my eBay feedback that is at 100% with (1,218) transactions. Many of my transactions have been muscle cars, which I have sold to individuals all over the country as well as Canada, England, France, Switzerland, Germany, Australia and the Netherlands. My reputation for honesty is well known amongst muscle car lovers.

Some Brief History on the 1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S.

When the Mustang appeared on April 14st, 1964, all the media attention was on Ford. Released two weeks earlier was the Plymouth Barracuda fastback, to almost no acclaim. This was sad because the Barracuda design was pretty out there for the time. Based on the Dart underpinnings but with a swoopy, full almost horizontal backlite, the car looked fast just sitting on the showroom floor.

The 1965 Formula S package was issued in the standard Barracuda body with these parts; Commando 273 V8 with new, Carter AFB four barrel carb and intake. Rallye Suspension package of heavy duty torsion bars, leaf springs and sway bar, 14 inch by 51/2 wide wheels and shod with Goodyear Bluestreak tires, tachometer, and sports style wheel covers. The car body was adorned with race stripes going over the roof, trunk lid and hood in the center. The engine got a few dress up goodies like a chrome plated air cleaner with vivid pie pan with engine callout. Finned black crackle finished valve covers and discreet circular Formula S medallions were attached to the front of the fenders. The Commando 233 had 235 horsepower and ran 10.50:1 compression pistons with high lift solid cam. It was a pretty serious package. For transmissions you either chose a Hurst shifted four speed floor job or got an automatic console three speed automatic. Final drive wasn't really drag race material with 3.55 being the lowest offering and most were 3.23 or 2.93 ratios. It was a road race and rally package.

For 1966, Plymouth brought back the Formula S package. The car itself was updated with a boldegg-crate grille front and simpler tail lamps minus the circular back up lenses. The stripes returned along with rally suspension, Commando 4 barrel 273 engine, 14 by 5 1/2 inch wheels and flashy wheel covers with Goodyear Bluestreak tires and a tach. The engine dress up package was included. New options for '66 were a floor console and disc brakes. They sold 2,970 manual transmission Formula S cars and 2,346 automatic powered Formula S cars. That year Plymouth recorded the totals into Formula S model. As you can see, they're quite rare!

Now for your consideration is my 1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S 4-speed.

This 273ci 4-speed Formula S is a true “Barn Find”. The previous owner was looking at an older gentleman’s Mini Cooper restorations when the person asked him to look at the car he had stored in the barn. There in the barn was a genuine “66 Formula S. A deal was struck and the car was purchased. 10 years later, it is now in my possession. Almost completely original with the Broadcast Sheet and Certi Card, is my 1966 Barracuda Formula S with the desirable high performance 273ci engine, 4-speed transmission and sure grip rear axle

The paint, interior, undercarriage and engine compartment are all considered to be in good condition. All gauges, lights and instruments are in good working order including the radio. The Formula S starts, stops, shifts and runs great. Remember, this is a non-power steering and non-power assisted disc brake Barracuda Formula S intended for going forward and going forward fast. Some effort will be needed when turning at slow speeds and braking. There are lots of early Barracudas out there but try to find another one like this. If they are out there, I haven’t seen them for sale.

FOR SERIOUS BUYERS, I HAVE MANY MORE PHOTOS AVAILABLE AS WELL AS A VIDEO. I WILL HOWEVER, NEED YOUR DIRECT EMAIL ADDRESS, TO SEND YOU A LINK.

VIN Number: BP29D62684102

VIN Number Decode:

B Plymouth Barracuda (A Body)

P Premium Price Class

29 2-Door Sport Coupe

D 273ci 1-4BBl 235hp LA Engine

6 1966 Model Year

2 Hamtramck, MI Assembly Plant

684102 Sequence Number

Data Plate Decode:

a6 Console

b4 Front Bucket Seats

u1 Sold Car Expedite

A3 273ci 1-4BBl 235hp LA Engine

B2 273ci 1-4BBl 235hp LA Engine

C3 4-Speed Manual Floor Shift Transmission

D9 Disc Brakes

F7 Formula S Package

Commando 273ci V8 4BBl with single exhaust. Tachometer. HD suspension package (front sway bar, HD torsion bars, HD leaf springs.) Firm ride shock absorbers. Formula S fender medallions. 6.95 x 14” special blue streak tires with bolt-on design wheel covers. 14 x 5.5” wide rim wheels.

R1 AM Music Master Radio

T7 Tachometer

61000086

610 Friday June 10, 1966 Production Date

00086 Shipping Order Number

BP29Plymouth Barracuda Sport Coupe

P4X Premium Black Bucket Seat Interior

PP1 B Exterior Paint

P Bright Red Lower Exterior Paint

P Bright Red Upper Exterior Paint

1 Mono Tone Paint

B Black Sport Stripe

Block Casting Number 2806030 1966 273ci

Intake Manifold Casting Number 2536771 1966 273ci Carter AFB

Intake Manifold Casting Date 4 8 or Friday April 8, 1966

Exhaust Manifold Casting Numbers2465847 LH 1966 273ci

Carburetor Number 4119S D5

4119S 1966 273ci Carter AFB

D April 1966

6 Wednesday April 6, 1966

Transmission Casting Number C96561H 1966 A833

Radiator 2582930 1966 273ci Manual Tranny

Distributor IBS-4013AS 12 2642461

Alternator 2642537 1966 273ci

Certicard 6-14-66

BP29D 62 684102

P4X PPI T5 SG

KNUT HEIM

ESSO RESEARCH – ENG

LORHAM PARK NEW JERSEY

Exterior: The 1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S is a very popular Bright Red exterior paint car. The paint is faded and looks to have been repainted at some point as the Black painted center stripe is not present. The trim should be considered driver quality and there are some pieces missing. The door handles and the side mirror should also be considered driver quality. Front and rear bumpers are original but need to be restored. Marker lights, tail lights and bezels are all in good condition. All glass is considered to be original (accept the windshield) and in good condition with no cracks. The tires and Rallye rims (not original to the car) are in very good condition. All exterior lights are working including the headlights, tail lights, blinkers, etc. The rust issues are on the top of the front fenders, lower front fender areas and lower quarter panel areas.

Interior: The interior is in good condition. A crack (somewhat restored) can be seen in the dash pad. Headliner is OK with a small rip by the rear view mirror. The front and rear seats are good with the exception of the driver’s seat having a small tear. The door panels are good but not great. The carpet is considered very good. Front seat belts are present but not installed. Door locks and windows are in good working order. There is a working/stock pushbutton AM radio (has static with engine running). All gauges are in working order as well as the Speedometer, tachometer, heater, wipers, horn, etc.

Engine: The high point of this Formula S is the 273ci engine that starts easily and runs very good with no funny noises. Almost all engine components appear to be original to the car such as the block, heads, intake, carburetor, exhaust manifolds, air cleaner, radiator, distributer and most other components. The Barracuda’s engine compartment has a clean and neat overall appearance.

Trunk: The trunk is in good overall condition with a spare, spare cover, trunk mat but the jack assembly is missing.

Undercarriage: What can I say about the undercarriage accept it looks great. The major structural areas such as the frame, frame rails, exhaust, and mechanical components are fine. Floor boards were replaced at some point and welded in a professional manner. A new fuel tank and exhaust were added. Please look at the extensive undercarriage photos and see for yourself.

ID Photos: The Broadcast Sheet, Certicard, VIN Plate, Body Plate and casting numbers/stampings of the block, intake, carb, distributor, exhaust manifolds, radiator, etc.

WINNING BIDDER DOES NOT HAVE THE OPTION TO LOOK THIS CAR OVER AFTER THE AUCTION CLOSES TO DETERMINE WHETHER OR NOT THEY WANT TO BUY. INSPECTIONS "MUST" BE DONE PRIOR TO THE CLOSE OF THE AUCTION WITH NO EXCEPTIONS.

Terms of Sale:

This car is sold “as-is/where is” with absolutely no warranty or guarantee expressed or implied. The information I have given is what I believe to be true, but since I haven’t owned this particular vehicle since it was new, I do not guarantee any of the information to be 100% accurate. Everyone has different opinions of things, especially automobiles. One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. My description is done in as accurate a manner as possible in my opinion. If there is any particular area of this vehicle that is of concern to you, it is understood that you have satisfied yourself enough to make the purchase.

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the close of the auction via PayPal. (If you do not have PayPal let me know through eBay ASAP.) The remainder of selling price is due within (5) business days of the auction end. All funds must be in the form of a cashier’s check, certified bank check, cash or wire transfer. If there is no confirmation, the seller has the right to offer the vehicle to other bidders. The buyer is responsible for all transport costs. This auction and your bid/participation in this auction are binding contracts and will be dutifully, lawfully enforced.

FYI: I do not have a Maine title for this 1966 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S as Maine does not issue titles for vehicles that are more than (15) years old. I have sold cars all over the country as well as Canada, England, Switzerland, Germany and Australia and have never had a problem. The car will come with a Bill-of-Sale, the Maine Registration signed over to the new owner and a copy of the Maine law regarding titles which is on a form issued by the Maine Motor Vehicle Department.

THANKS FOR READING THIS AD. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BIDDING.