Given the level of visible corrosion, there is a possibility that the inside of this V8 may wear a similar coating. I always worry about engines of this type when I see an open carburetor because that is a perfect place for foreign objects to find their way inside a perfectly good motor. The owner provides no information on the state of this engine, so it isn’t clear whether it turns freely. It isn’t clear when it last accomplished either feat, but the words “a long time ago” will undoubtedly feature somewhere in the answer. I’m sure that none of you will stagger around, clasping your chest in shock if I tell you that this car doesn’t currently run or drive. This combination would have allowed the Firebird to gallop through the ¼ mile in 16.8 seconds in its heyday. The rest of the major mechanical components include a two-speed Powerglide transmission and power steering. Occupying this Firebird’s engine bay is its original 326ci “HO” V8 that would have pumped out 285hp. That’s a significant chunk of change, but it also represents a one-off cost in a restoration of this type. That means that they can add approximately $2,000 to the restoration bill for this classic. While hardware items like the seat frames and dash are salvageable, the buyer faces a complete re-trim if this interior is to present at its best once again. However, the upholstered surfaces and pad have deteriorated beyond repair, while the carpet and wheel are in a similar state. It is complete and retains essential components like the gauges, radio, and some of the woodgrain highlights. If I were to try and sum up what this Firebird’s interior needs, the word “everything” springs instantly to mind. Given its overall level of deterioration, it would seem that the next owner of this Pontiac will be facing a complete nut-and-bolt restoration if the car is to present at a high standard once again. That is not uncommon, but repairing it correctly is one of those time-consuming tasks that the buyer needs to complete properly to avoid a repeat performance. Worryingly, it looks like some may be developing in the cowl. The owner supplies some underside shots, but these aren’t clear enough to determine whether there is significant rust beneath this classic. There is also evidence of penetrating rust in the lower body extremities, but it is unclear how extensive this is or whether it extends into the floors or frame. Its original Verdoro Green paint has seen better days, and vast areas of it have disappeared, which has allowed much of the exposed steel to develop significant surface corrosion. Tackling the restoration of this Firebird is not going to be a task for the fainthearted. The owner has set a BIN of $6500, although it appears he may entertain offers or trades.
Located in Gray Court, South Carolina, you will find the Firebird listed for sale here on eBay. A restoration will represent a pretty significant undertaking, but with its 326ci “HO” V8 under the hood, that could make it worthy of consideration and a tempting proposition for the right person.
It would have been a stunning car in its prime, but it has fallen on hard times. Such is the case with this 1967 Pontiac Firebird. Occasionally a classic will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds, and we ponder what the car’s back story might have been.
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