New SCX 1/32 Plymouth AAR Coda

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Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda
Ref: 63580 January 2010
The All American Racers (AAR) ‘Cudas competed during the greatest year in the Trans Am racing
series. Legendary racer Dan Gurney drove the #48 ‘Cuda to 1 top 5 finish during the 1970 season.
Sport Table of Measurements
Wheelbase 86mm
Transmission type 4x2 direct rear
Car length 151mm
Transmission ratio 9/27 = 3
Rear wheel track 60mm
Guide type ARS
Rear tire diameter 21mm
Screws 3 (2+1)
Motor RX-42B
Traction Rear
Body shell weight 26g
Car weight 84g
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In February of 1970, Plymouth announced addition of the AAR 'Cuda. Available mid-year, production started March 10, 1970 and ended five weeks later on April 17, 1970. While not the most powerful Barracuda in Plymouths 1970 lineup, it was the most unique. The street versions of the Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda and the Dodge Challenger T/A were the results of Chryslers involvement in the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Trans Am auto racing series. These E-bodies were different from any other high performance car built by Ma Mopar. You could not order a Plymouth AAR 'Cuda, Chrysler informed each eligible dealer of the number of cars they would be allotted. Only 2,724 examples of the All American Racers Plymouth 'Cuda were produced. The Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda and the Dodge Challenger T/A are very sought after and also very valuable these days.

Comments

Jerry said…
Thanks for your informative blog! I've never owned a slot car set myself, and have been thinking of getting one for my 11 year to get some non-computer/video game interests going for him (he's lost interest mostly in model trains!). I find your posts very helfpul. My fear of slot cars is the memories of friends sets from the 1970's when the cars would never stay in the slot, would always lose contact, and would never really give you any of the joy that you would expect! It seems like things have improved over the past several decades...is that right?
June 12, 2010 at 11:48 AM
Anonymous said…
Yes, things have improved a lot. Of course if you are too fast in a bend the car will go out, but they work smoothly now and you can have a lot of fun. I would recommend you to go to a club in your area so you can check them there. The best brands are:
- HO, AFX racing
- 1/32, SCX, Carrera, Scalextric and the one I like more Ninco.
1/24, Carrera.

Good luck and have fun !!!!!
June 13, 2010 at 3:28 PM
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