Vehicle Description
Would you like to own one of the original Pony cars, but one that
is a little unique? Then check out this Firebird. They make their
own unique styling statement with a bumper that is integrated into
the design of the front end, and the motor on this one has been
upgraded from an already impressive 400-cubic inch engine, to a
built 455 powerhouse.
This car looks good and shines bright in all its factory correct,
and unique, Verdoro Green splendor. The front bumper splits the
grill in what was to become a trademark Firebird styling cue,
leading with the Pontiac Arrowhead logo and incorporating dual
headlights on each side. The hood is particularly interesting with
a 455 badge on the side of its functional Ram Air system and a
backlit tach perfectly placed for the driver to keep their eyes on
the road (or track) and the engine RPM at the same time. Splashes
of chrome outline the fender wells and dress out the rocker panel.
At the back, the "slit" taillights are a great look above the sharp
looking chrome of the back bumper. The Firebird symbol appears on
the gas filler cap underneath a 455 badge on the trunk lid, and
also on the front fenders next to Firebird in script.
Open the door and inside this car you will find the factory code
257 Gold vinyl interior. A molded door panel has long armrest
formed into it with a pull handle up high, and the door release
down low. The interior looks almost peaceful with a wood tone
center console and center dash. But have a seat and grab a hold of
the newer, grippy, three-spoke steering wheel with a Firebird
center. It feels good in your hands. A 160 MPH speedo sits directly
in front of the driver and hints at the capability of this car.
Backlit Sunpro gauges sit in an under-dash cluster to keep track of
water temp, oil pressure, and voltage. Above them is a Retrosound
stereo that is iPod compatible with aftermarket speakers in the
back shelf. You realize that the peacefulness of this interior is
about to be shattered when you grab the white, 4-speed Hurst ball
which operates the short throw shifter and feel how a quick flick
of wrist finds the next gear.
And at that point, you have released the beast within. The Ram Air
hood works to feed lots of fresh air to the engine. Open that hood
and you will find an air filter that won't slow down that air flow
and feeds an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold that has a FITech
injection system handling the fuel mixing duties. An MSD Digital
6AL and Blaster SS ignition system assures good spark and long tube
headers with a free flow exhaust extract the spent gases to prepare
for the next power stroke. The chassis is also set up well to get
the approximately 450 horsepower to the ground effectively with
subframe connectors to keep the chassis from flexing and double
adjustable rear shocks to keep both wheels on the ground clawing
for traction. Power steering working through Excel-G gas shocks up
front keep things pointed in the right direction, and power front
disc brakes insure that you can reign all those horses back in when
you need to.
This is one awesome Pony car that is not like all the others. Give
us a call or come on down and check it out. We feel like this one
may not stick around for long.