1968 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible 4 Speed on 2040-cars
Strongsville, Ohio, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:455
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Firebird
Trim: Convertible
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: 4 Speed
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Mileage: 45,528
Sub Model: 400
Exterior Color: Red
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Black
1968 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible 4 Speed
Here is a very sharp 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible 400 convertible with 4 speed transmission. NOM Pontiac 455 rebuilt motor with mild cam. Car sounds awesome (deep throaty sound), is very fast and is a blast to drive (yes it will lay rubber when needed)! It has had a lot of work done in the past few years (I have most of the receipts) including new brakes, new springs, new shocks, new master cylinder, new wiring harness, new clutch/brake peddles, new plugs/wires/cap/rotor, new electronic fuel pump, new brakes, newer headers with complete heavy duty exhaust system, newer front/rear bumpers and a new Pioneer AM/FM CD player. I bought a new cigarette lighter for it, but misplaced it (so it still needs a lighter). Also needs a new speedometer cable. Mauel brakes and steering. The car has newer floor pans and out side of a couple of pin sized bubbles (see picture) the car is rust free. It also has a golf ball size ding in the front valance but it is very hard to see unless you are looking for it (see front view picture). The car was re-painted about 6 years ago and still shines up nice and presents very well (originally Vordoro Green). Top is in decent shape and is manuel (I actually like these better because there is nothing to break and they go up/down faster). Brand new chrome wheels with Bridgestone Potenza Radial tires! Interior is in decent shape and the door panels were replaced recently. Seat covers are decent but do show some wear. I also have the original wood steering wheel and seat belts that will come with the car. This car turns heads wherever you go! It dosent get much better than a Firebird 4 speed convertible that sounds and looks as good as this one that you can purchase for a realistic price! I am pricing the car to sell!
Feel free to contact me with any questions about the car. I can be reached at 440-785-2687.
Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. However, I am happy to assist you in finding transportation for the car.
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