1969 Pontiac Firebird Hardtop Coupe

Description

Under the visionary guidance of John Z. DeLorean, the 1967 Pontiac Firebird boldly entered the pony car arena ignited by the Ford Mustang, debuting alongside the Chevrolet Camaro, which shared its sleek F-body platform and iconic “Coke bottle” curves. Initially equipped with a robust 165-horsepower 230 cu-in inline-six, the Firebird also offered impressive V8 options, including the spirited 326 and mighty 400 cu-in engines. True to the muscle car ethos of the era, it featured an extensive options list, allowing buyers to customize their rides with amenities like a tilt steering column, Rally II wheels, remote mirrors, power windows, and a striking rally gauge cluster. Despite plans for a new generation in 1970, Pontiac refreshed the Firebird in 1969 with a revamped front-end design and upgraded instrument panel. Today, these early Firebirds are cherished by collectors for their artistic flair, vibrant colors, and exhilarating performance. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 400 cu-in V8 

• Three-speed automatic transmission  

• Finished in Carousel Red 

• Black vinyl interior 

• 15 inch U.S. Mags five-spoke chrome plated wheels with BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires 

• Restored by Bobnan Restorations of Bethany, Connecticut, with a total cost reported to be in excess of $50,000 over six months 

• Sony AM/FM/CD radio with a detachable face plate and a remote control 

• The Fisher body tag decodes its original specifications as follows: 

  • 69 – 1969 model year 

  • 2337 – Two-door sports coupe 

  • LOR – Lordstown, Ohio assembly plant 

  • 523298 – Production sequence 

  • 202 – Gold vinyl interior 

  • 76 - Goldenrod Yellow paint  

  • 12B – December (12), second week (B) production date 

Features 

• Bucket seats 

• Center console 

• Sony AM/FM/CD radio 

• Grant Signature Series three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Padded sun visors 

• Left-hand side view mirror 

• Chrome grille 

• Dual exhaust 

• Center fill fueling 

• Chrome rear bumper 

• Heater/defroster 

• Manual roll-up side windows 

• Curved side glass 

• Wall-to-wall carpeting 

• Door-mounted armrests 

Known Imperfections 

• The current owner of this 1969 Pontiac Firebird Hardtop Coupe is presented as a finely restored example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections 

Included 

• Fitted car cover 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1969 Pontiac Firebird Hardtop Coupe reports purchasing the car in Connecticut over 20 years ago.