1968 Plymouth “Super Stock” Barracuda Fastback

Estimate: $220,000 - $250,000

Chassis Number: B029M8B292759
Serial Number Decoded: B=Plymouth; 0=Super Stock; 29=Fastback; M=Special engine; 8=1968; B=Hamtramck, MI assembly; 292759=Unit number
Engine: 426 cid Hemi-V8
2XHolley 4-bbl Carburetors/425 bhp
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Four Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes

• Restored Factory B029 Super Stock
• Verified Authenticity by Original Driver
• Hemi Muscle-Car on Racing Steroids

The Model: In the late 1960s, it seemed like horsepower had no limits and America’s major carmakers were pulling out all the stops when it came to the highest performance possible. As early as 1962, Plymouth had started their Super Stock program by supplying race-ready cars directly from the factory. For 1968 one of the hottest contenders on the quarter mile was the mighty 426 Hemi-V8. These cars were rode hard and often put away wet. Engines blew up, collisions were not uncommon. After their lives at the tracks, most of those race cars were either cannibalized or fell into the hands of upcoming amateur racers. In 1968, the factory Super Stock cars were identified in the ID numbers, and one of the most sought after cars was an original “B029” fastback Barracuda.

The Car: The “B029” Barracuda, that we are honored to offer, was campaigned by NHRA legend Don Grotheer who drove this car to win the 1969 Winternationals at Pomona, California. Verification of this cars heritage was proven by Grotheer who was instrumental in its restoration. The radiator support numbers, B8B920030 have been confirmed and this car even retained its original fender tag showing the B029 designation and a 999 special paint code. This was a racing vehicle and the original engine for this car has long since disappeared. A period correct 426 cid Hemi V8 powers this beast, topped off by cross-ram, dual Holley carbs. It rides on a set of original Keystone mags, supplied for the restoration by Grotheer. Only the bare necessities are found inside the car, black vinyl seats, no back-seats or radio or heater, and a proper Stewart-Warner tach. This is a chance to own an honest piece of motorsports history.