1970 HEMI 'Cuda

Discussion in 'First Generation Challenger Forum' started by SRT-Tom, Apr 11, 2024.

  1. Apr 11, 2024 at 5:54 AM #1
    SRT-Tom

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    Jay Leno drives Craig Jackson's 1970 HEMI 'Cuda.

     
  2. Apr 15, 2024 at 10:59 AM #2
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    I'm surprised that they think the wheelbase on the Challenger and 'cuda were the same!
    'cuda had a shortened wheelbase
     
  3. Apr 15, 2024 at 11:30 AM #3
    SRT-Tom

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    Agreed. The 'Cuda wheelbase was 2 inches shorter than the Challenger.

    Also, the Challenger was 4.7 inches longer, 0.2 inches taller and 1.7 inches wider. It had more luxury features on it and sold much better than the Barracuda. (Note- Similar to the GTX and Road Runner).
     
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  4. May 11, 2024 at 5:25 PM #4
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    I cringe when i see (still) new Hellcats for sale by dealers with cloth seats. What were they thinking, that the average Hellcat buyer was too poor to afford Alcantara or leather?

    Well, I hope they enjoy their cloth, as those cars have not sold yet, and there are no new ones being made.