1971 | Plymouth Barracuda

1971 Plymouth HEMI ’Cuda Convertible Tribute

Powered by a 511 CU John Arousa HEMI Engine – Brutal. Beautiful. Unforgettable.

• Brutal.
• Beautiful.
• Unforgettable.

This isn’t just a car. This is a weaponized version of the American muscle legend — a1971 Plymouth ’Cuda Convertiblebrought back to life with ahand-built 511 cubic inch HEMI V8, forged by none other thanJohn Arousa, one of America’s premier engine craftsmen. The result? A thunderous, track-worthy masterpiece with the soul of a street fighter and the elegance of a collector’s dream.**

Performance Stats That Leave No Doubt:*0–100 km/h:**4.2 seconds

• 0–160 km/h: 9.8 seconds
• 0–200 km/h: 15.0 seconds
• Power: 490 HP @ 5500 RPM
• Torque: 690 Nm @ 4000 RPM
• Redline: 7000 RPM
• Wheels: Classic 7-inch setup
• 1.000 originals was built
• 3.000 km read

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Engineered Madness – The Heart of the BeastWhat truly defines this ’Cuda is its monstrous511 cubic inch engine– a V8 HEMI built by John Arousa, a legend in the world of high-performance and drag racing. With acompression ratio of 10.5:1**, twin four-barrel down-draft carburetors, andvalves the size of teacups (70 mm), this engine is a mechanical symphony of aggression and precision.It drinks fuel with the enthusiasm of an old war horse eating oats, but in return, it effortlessly delivers490 horsepower and a crushing 690 Nm of torque— with a redline that stretches to7000 RPM without flinching. This is brutal, beautiful, analog power — the kind that makes modern cars feel tame.

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Who Is John Arousa?**John Arousa is a renowned American engine builder, celebrated for his mastery of Chrysler HEMI V8s. His engines are:

• Hand-built for elite drag and pro-touring machines
• Tuned for raw power and brutal endurance
• Based on Chrysler’s legendary hemispherical combustion chamber design

So when your car carries aJohn Arousa 511 CU HEMI, you’re driving a piece of high-performance Americana at its absolute best.

This is not a car for the casual cruiser. This is for the driver who wants to feel history shake the pavement beneath them — who respects the craft, the culture, and the raw charisma of a real HEMI.

Turn the key.
Hear thunder.
Own the legend.

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• Equipment and accessories information are subject to change.
• Possible repaint can be a part of the refurbishment process.
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