INTRODUCTION: This is one seriously good looking Firebird! The
stance and wheels put it over the top, while the full Pro Touring
driveline and comfortable interior make it every bit as enjoyable
to drive as it is to look at. It's ready to turn heads and snap
some necks!
EXTERIOR: Man, walking up to this Firebird, I remember exactly why
I bought it.....it is killer looking! The already great lines of
the '68 Firebird are enhanced with a scooped hood, working hood
tachometer, and front and rear spoilers accented with a carbon
fiber wrap. The body is clean and straight with beautiful fit and
finish. That gorgeous blue metallic is laid out evenly and polished
practically like a blue mirror. There's no vinyl top to interrupt
the sleek profile. The front and rear glass have been replaced, the
stainless trim is polished, and it appears all of the chrome was
replaced, including the bumpers, mirrors and emblems. Even the
weatherstrips and window seals were replaced. I've always thought
the Pontiac arrowhead marker lights on the quarter panels were one
of the coolest little styling details on these cars.
Then there's the stance- and it absolutely makes the car. It's
sitting on Forgeline wheels, 19x10s in front and 20x12s in back,
with a seriously deep dish look that gives it an aggressive
presence. They're wrapped in Toyo performance tires.
INTERIOR: I'm sitting in these super comfortable and very stylish
TMI bucket seats, upholstered in black with Alcantara centers and
contrasting blue stitching. The back seat is upholstered to match.
The side panels and armrests have been replaced, along with the
dash pad. The instrument panel is clean and upgraded with VHX
gauges, while the center console looks new and is upgraded with an
overdrive selector. A Kenwood stereo plays through 6x9 speakers in
back, and the antenna is cleverly hidden. The carpet and headliner
both look good, the rearview mirror is new, and a great looking
steering wheel features a comfortable leather wrapped grip.
Overall, it's a sharp, thoughtfully upgraded interior that's not
only great looking, but extremely comfortable.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood is a high performance 5.3-liter
LS putting out well over 400 horsepower! It's upgraded with a BTR
cam, FAST intake with a 92mm throttle body, custom cold-air intake
and Dynatech coated headers. A serpentine Front Runner system
includes air conditioning, a modern alternator and modern power
steering. An electric fan helps keep it running cool, while a
Wilwood master cylinder handles the brakes. The smooth firewall and
billet hinges give the engine bay a clean custom appearance. It's a
strong running, well engineered package that looks as good as it
performs.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The trunk is rock solid and clean throughout.
The underside of the trunk lid and jamb are painted slick, the
weatherstrip has been replaced, and a fitted carpet mat finishes
the floor. The battery has been neatly relocated to the trunk, and
billet trunk hinges add a nice custom touch.
UNDERSIDE: The suspension is completely upgraded with a full
RideTech setup. Up front it has tubular control arms, adjustable
RideTech coilover gas shocks, and a splined sway bar. Out back is a
4-link suspension with tubular control arms, adjustable RideTech
coilovers, and a splined sway bar. Frame connectors tie the front
and back together and prevent body twist. Stopping power is
impressive with Wilwood big brakes featuring drilled and slotted
discs at all four wheels, 6-piston calipers up front and 4-piston
calipers in back. The fuel system was upgraded with a new tank and
is set up to properly support the fuel-injected engine. A fat dual
exhaust runs through a crossover pipe and MagnaFlow mufflers.
Looking up at the motor, it has an aluminum oil pan and a
high-torque starter. That's paired with a 4L60E automatic overdrive
transmission and a custom Fast Shafts driveshaft, which leads back
to a Ford 9-inch rear end. The floors have been restored, blacked
out, and present very nicely. Overall, the underside has been
thoroughly upgraded with modern performance components and has a
clean, well finished appearance.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: This Firebird really has the "it" factor. It's not just
another '68 Firebird- the combination of the rcolor, killer stance,
wheels and Pro Touring upgrades gives this car a look and
personality all its own. It stands apart from the crowd before you
even turn the key.
For over 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have written the highlights for
nearly every car in our collection, based on decades of hands-on
experience.
If you're seriously considering this car, the best next step is to
call us. We'll give you straight answers and help you decide if
it's the right fit.
If you don't want to risk missing it, you can secure it on our
website with a $1,000 refundable deposit. That holds the car while
you complete your due diligence.
We encourage a personal inspection, and our team is happy to assist
you every step of the way.
Our vehicles are displayed within our museum setting. To view a
specific car, we recommend scheduling an appointment with a
salesperson. Guests without an appointment may tour the showroom
with paid admission. If you purchase a vehicle, your admission will
be refunded and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Fuel injection
Air conditioning
Power steering
4 wheel disc brakes
3.55 posi
Ridetech suspension
Stereo system
Cushion grip wheel
VHX gauges
TMI seats
Console
Hood tachometer
Scooped hood
Spoilers
Forgeline wheels
