![]() ![]() ![]() The differences were the previously mentioned, identifiable Pontiac nose, some body panels, the interior, differential and, typical within the GM hierarchy at the time, the engine. In the case of the Firebird, it shared dimension, suspension, sub-frame and the basic birdcage with the Camaro. While the Cougar was physically larger (longer wheelbase) than the Mustang, the architectural similarities were there. The Firebird was to the Camaro what the Mercury Cougar was to the Ford Mustang, a higher-brow version. This beautiful 1967 Pontiac Firebird Sprint is located in Ontario, New York and is available here on eBay for a current bid of $8,699. ![]() The most significant difference in motive power belonged to Pontiac with its Overhead Cam (OHC) inline six-cylinder engine option and that’s exactly what we are going to review today. At their inception in 1967, they were very similar the difference primarily being the engines and the notable Pontiac proboscis. ![]() Power is routed through a Saf-T-Track differential.Īdditional underbody photographs are provided in the gallery below.Ī copy of the window sticker lists initial delivery to Davis & Sons Pontiac along with factory equipment and a price of $3,993.70 in 1967.Many assume that a Chevrolet Camaro and a Pontiac Firebird are essentially the same car. The TH400 three-speed automatic transmission was serviced with seals and a filter in 2015. Service conducted in 2015 included repainting various engine components in blue and rebuilding the four-barrel carburetor, along with installing a rear main seal and gaskets for the oil pan, intake manifold, exhaust, valve covers, and fuel pump. The replacement 400ci V8 features a chrome air cleaner and valve covers. The five-digit odometer shows 58k miles, approximately 100 of which have been added by the selling dealer. Equipment includes polished sill plates, vent windows, a push-button Delco radio, front and rear lap belts, woodgrain trim, vanity mirrors, and remote side-view mirrors.Ī three-spoke Deluxe steering wheel frames a 120-mph speedometer and a fuel gauge. The interior features front bucket seats trimmed in parchment vinyl separated by a full-length center console. This example is optioned with power-assisted brakes and steering. Rally-style 14″ wheels feature PMD center caps and are mounted with 205/70 BFGoodrich Silvertown redline tires. The paint finish is said to have been ceramic coated in anticipation of the sale. Equipment includes a power-operated white convertible top, chrome bumpers, quad headlights, dual hood scoops, a rear spoiler, and an aftermarket dual exhaust system. The car was factory finished in Silver Glaze and was repainted red under previous ownership. This Firebird convertible is now offered with a window sticker, an order form, and a clean Florida title. Service performed in 2015 included replacing engine seals and gaskets along with refreshing the transmission and carburetor. Equipment includes a white convertible top, a four-barrel carburetor, dual exhaust outlets, a deluxe steering wheel, power-assisted steering and brakes, and 14″ rally-style wheels. Finished in red over parchment vinyl, the car is powered by a replacement 400ci V8 mated to a three-speed TH400 automatic transmission and a Saf-T-Track differential. This 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 convertible was originally delivered to Davis & Sons Pontiac of Charlotte, Michigan, and spent time in Ohio and Florida before its 2021 acquisition by the selling dealer. ![]()
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