Here’s the kind of listing that tends to stop Firebird fans mid-scroll. This 1971 Pontiac Firebird, currently listed on Facebook Marketplace in Streator, Illinois, is being described as an all-original survivor that’s been sitting in storage for the past 25 years. With 108,000 miles, a clean title, and an asking price of $7,500 or best offer, it’s clearly aimed at someone who sees the value in originality—even if it comes with some unknowns. Thanks for the tip, T.J.!
The seller doesn’t go heavy on fluff, but the key points are there. It’s an automatic car finished in green with a matching green interior, and it’s described as “all orig” and “never hit.” The listing also notes that the car has been in storage for a long time and hasn’t been started, so its current running condition isn’t known. That alone puts it firmly in project territory, even if it’s being presented as a survivor.
Inside, the seller mentions that the interior is complete and still retains its original carpet and headliner. The dash, console, and seat belts are all described as being in good shape, which is notable since interior pieces for these cars can be difficult to source depending on condition. The car is also said to be equipped with air conditioning, and the seller notes that it is “all intact,” though no further details are provided about whether it’s functional.
There are some trade-offs, as expected. The seller openly states that there is some rust, but doesn’t go into detail about where or how extensive it might be. On the other hand, they specifically call out the bumpers, glass, and window trim as being in “beautiful” condition. Like most Marketplace listings, the description leaves room for interpretation, so interested buyers would likely want to take a closer look or ask follow-up questions.
The tone of the ad makes it clear the seller knows what they have, or at least believes there’s value here. They also mention that if it doesn’t sell soon, they may part it out, which adds a bit of urgency for anyone considering taking it on as a whole car.
For enthusiasts, a 1971 Firebird sits in an interesting spot—early second-gen styling, still carrying some of that late-’60s influence, but with its own identity. Finding one described as original and largely intact, even with storage time and rust, is usually enough to get attention.
Hmmm, and the interior contains its original mold too, I see…
And I think this one would be “bumper”…
Odd that they don’t even say what engine. Depending on that, this could be reasonably priced. It certainly is in restoreable condition.
Always seemed to me something was missing on the body styling after observing the flaring, and body ground affects on my AFX slot car, of the same car, designed to appear to be racing in the Indy 500. Kinda makes the nose, which is my gripe, to appear smaller… I would have liked the grill effect better if it wasn’t split.
It’s a rusty roller without up close pictures of the obvious rust. It doesn’t run, the interior is shot and there is an indeterminate amount of rust, all for $7,500. The giveaway that it’s worse than the seller is telling potential buyers is that he says he will part it out if it doesn’t sell. Nobody parts out a car that’s worth close to $7,500, you won’t get anywhere close to that amount for a generic base model mass produced car by piecing it out.
Steve R
I concur. Statements to the effect of “if it doesn’t sell, I’m going to part it out” doesn’t make any sense; is this a “threat” designed to flame buyer fever?!? LOL!!
Pass!
Molded interior
No underneath pictures in a salt state
Matt in trunk most important item to show versus pulling back to metal status
Doesn’t run or attempt to start (always leary on that as tried but couldn’t start)
If a local can see it then they might find a slim chance of a gem in the ruff.
It looks like the seller went over the car and has no desire to shovel piles of cash into it. It’s an Esprit with a 350 2bbl and A/C and the care appears to be all there, but in terrible shape. I’m sure the rust you can see, isn’t as bad as the rust you can’t see. I agree with Steve, nobody parts out a decent car.
looks to be a base model. you would never get 7500.00 out the parts here. original rusty bird worth about 3500.00 in this condition. he has a later model in the garage, so it sounds to me like he is playing a game here. my guess is he got it cheap
it needs fenders , doors , a floor pan , quarters , a trunk pan …….this car is a rolling advertisement for AMD .
I love this ‘Bird’s body style. But moved away from the Illinois rust belt to get away from tin worm rot buckets. My favorite Pontiac color. But this one didn’t even get shuffled into the deck to play.
Funny how it seems all the “survivor” cars are green or brown instead of red or blue. Really makes no difference here though, as I don’t see any sane person attempting to restore this rustbucket.
Nothing but work here. Even the seller knows the car’s next life is likely to be parts.
A complete car here. Rust is a problem. I would want the rims and the mirrors.
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