Vehicle Description
Looking for a truly distinctive convertible muscle car? This first
generation '67 Firebird convertible is the product of a nicely
executed and recent restoration. Far more seldom seen than its
convertible counterparts, it's a great balance of road readiness
and period appropriateness, all wrapped up in a very striking
package.
With its sporty Regimental Red exterior, this Firebird cuts a
striking and yet tasteful presence. It's got an overall angularity
and distinctive split grill that combine to set it apart from other
classmates of its era. There's just no mistaking it for any other
muscle car. . . not even momentarily. And it looks great all the
way around, too. Come closer and you'll appreciate the attention to
detail that marks its recent (2012) restoration. The way the doors,
hood and trunk sit, nice and straight. The way the fender trim sits
nice and flush. The contrast of the headlight bezel against the sea
of red that surrounds it. The fluid look of the exterior is set off
by its white convertible top-power-operated and nicely fitted, with
no wrinkles and residing inside a black boot when not in use. The
plastic rear window, often the Achilles' heel of convertible tops,
is nice and clear. Its clarity is matched by that of the glass, as
well, giving this Firebird a "just rolled off the line"
quality.
Step inside and you'll see that this is an interior you could
really get used to. The factory correct black upholstery shows
almost no wear and the seats are very comfortable and a perfect
match to the exterior. Look forward ... you'll see the dash pads,
almost always the first part of the interior to grow faded and
brittle from sun exposure, still show a black suppleness. In a nod
to technology, a set of Dakota Digital VHX gauges are well-situated
inside the original bezels. Their white faces both illuminate and
reverse their pattern under nighttime conditions - a very practical
feature to reduce eye strain. To each side, the distinct Firebird
door panels have been nicely restored and match the styling cues of
the rest of the upholstery, mirroring their pattern. A black center
console really gives the interior a nice, detailed look.
Maintaining period-appropriateness, a factory radio sits inside the
dash surrounded by wood panel. The real audio firepower resides
elsewhere, concealed under the driver's seat in a radio/Ipod system
mated to a JL 300 Speaker cluster that's been fitted into the
trunk, promising an endless array of great tunes as you log the
miles.
Also rebuilt in 2012, the fresh drive train is powered by a
factory-correct 326 V8, paired with a Performance Automatic Street
Smart TH350 3 speed automatic transmission. The combo sits inside
an engine compartment that reflects the attention put into it -
detailed, clean and well-organized without so much as a wire or
hose off kilter. Ceramic headers and Magnaflow exhaust system
combine to provide a nice, throaty pitch while improving
performance. A new fuel tank and lines, as well as stainless steel
transmission and brake lines, have been installed to insure optimum
circulation all the way around. Power front disc brakes provide
stopping power and improved all-weather reliability. Have a look
underneath and you'll appreciate just how clean everything looks -
from the exhaust outward to the control arms. This is a car that
almost certainly hasn't seen a salted road in its lifetime. While
you're down there, notice also the Global West subframe that's been
added for additional support. It's a great add too, reducing body
flex to improve cornering. The factory showroom look is capped off
by a set of Pontiac Rally II wheels wrapped in BFG T/AS radials all
the way around.
If you're looking for a nice, clean classic vert that'll set you
apart and is ready to hit the road now, this Bird is for you. Call
now!