LS3-Powered 1967 Pontiac Firebird Coupe

Description

Introduced on 23 February 1967, the Pontiac Firebird quickly followed the Chevrolet Camaro, building internal GM competition and, naturally, a competitor to the Ford Mustang. While sharing similar body lines to the Camaro, the Firebird featured a more integrated front bumper and "slit" rear taillights similar to those seen on other Pontiac models of the era. The Firebird was available with a variety of engines, from a 231.89 cu-in overhead cam six-cylinder all the way to the fiery 400 cu-in V8 with the "Ram Air" option kit. These early Firebirds represent the purest of designs with an iconic split front grille and more integrated front bumper compared to the Camaro. Today these cars are enjoyed as restored examples or an ideal platform to blend modern performance and conveniences, just like the example on offer. 

Highlights

• Finished in dark blue over a black leather interior

• Powered by a 6.2-liter “LS3” V8 that is reported to produce 525 horsepower, mated to a “T5” five-speed manual transmission with a hydraulic clutch

• Bespoke 2.5 inch stainless steel dual exhaust system with MagnaFlow mufflers

• Stopping power has been improved thanks to Wilwood brand disc brakes

• QA1 coilovers were used on both the front and rear in addition to QA1 control arms in front and Cal tracks traction bars

• Air conditioning has been added utilizing a Vintage Air system

• The interior has been coated with Lizard Skin for reduced noise and cabin heat in addition to Dynamat on the interior

• Unique Foose chrome wheels

• The debut year of the Pontiac Firebird

• Please note that while the odometer displays just over 120 miles, the true mileage of this Firebird is unknown

Features

• Autometer gauges

• Locking glove box

• Manual windows 

• Baffled stainless steel gas tank

• Functional vent windows

• Classic Car Stereo AM/FM radio with satellite and Bluetooth capabilities 

• Carpeted trunk

• Leather bucket seats

• Dual exterior mirrors

• Aluminum interior door handles

• Foot-actuated parking brake

• Passenger “assist grip”

• One-piece vinyl headliner

• Power brakes

• Dome light

• Electric windshield wipers

• Aluminum radiator

Known Imperfections

• The windshield wipers are currently inoperable due to the wiper arms being removed

Included

• Set of wiper arms 

Ownership History

The current owner reports that the car was purchased from their uncle, who bought the car over 20 years ago. After acquiring the car, they commissioned the restoration by Elite Performance of Littleton, Colorado.