LS-Powered 1980 Pontiac Firebird

Description

The second generation Pontiac Firebird was launched in late 1970, just as the muscle car era was starting to come to an end. With increasing mandates regarding safety and emission standards, the Firebird evolved to keep the excitement alive, with the corporate slogan now saying 'more Pontiac Excitement to the Gallon.' This excitement even led to the development of a turbo-charged 301 cu-in V8, making it the first turbocharged production V8 of the 1980s. A smattering of other performance-oriented V8s remained available for the more traditional buyers. Today these cars offer an excellent entry point into collector cars with seemingly endless ways to maintain their original features or create a custom-modified example - just like this 1980 Firebird. 

Highlights

• Powered by an 'L-59' 5.3-liter 'LS' V8 with a Texas Speed cam that was dyno-tuned, with its most recent dyno sheet included with the car

• The consignor states that the exhaust system uses Doug's ceramic-coated long tube headers and a 2.5-inch custom "X" pipe system with dual turn-downs at the rear

• Utilizes a 4L60-E transmission with upgraded shift servos and a GM ten-bolt Positraction rear axle with a 3.42:1 gear ratio and 30 spline axles sending power to the rear wheels

• The body was refinished in its period-correct shade of Platinum with bespoke red graphics while retaining its original Carmine Oxen vinyl interior 

• The air conditioning system has been upgraded with a Sanden compressor, all new custom-built lines and seals, and now utilizes R134a refrigerant

• A Shiftworks shifter linkage is used for easier tuning of the transmission's electronic overdrive

• As stated by the consignor, the entire braking and suspension systems were replaced in addition to installing progressive springs on the front and Calvert Racing "CalTracs" on the rear

• While the new Dakota Digital VHX odometer displays 899 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown, with the original mechanical odometer believed to have shown approximately 70,000 miles before replacement, and is included with the car

Features

• High-flow oil, water, and fuel pumps

• Corvette fuel pressure regulator

• Aluminum radiator

• Dual electric cooling fans

• RetroRadio AM/FM radio 

• Bluetooth audio capability

• Center console storage compartment

• Bespoke-built four-inch, aluminum dual-snorkel intake

• Dirty Dingo engine and accessory mounts

• PCI engine and transmission wiring harnesses

• Manual windows

• Electric wipers

• The battery was relocated to the trunk

Known Imperfections

• Small spider crack above the driver-side headlight on the plastic nosecone, but it is noted not to have any chipped paint, as stated by the consignor

• A small wrinkle is present on the hood decal

• While the windshield washer reservoir and pump are present, the hose and nozzles have not been installed but are included with the car

• No spare wheel

Included

• Car cover

• Dyno sheet

• Windshield washer hose and nozzles

• Jack

• Two sets of keys

Ownership History

As stated by the consignor, this 1980 Firebird was sold new in California and remained there until they purchased the car four years ago in Scottsdale, Arizona. They are also thought to be just the third owner of the car.