Until 1967, Ford’s Mustang had the pony car market all to itself. Well, almost, as the Plymouth Barracuda debuted 17 days earlier in 1964, but quickly got lost in the Mustang’s dust. General Motors landed a 1-2 punch by… more»
Firebird
Dec 30, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Clone Project: 1970 Pontiac Firebird
The second generation of the Pontiac Firebird was introduced in 1970. The introduction was delayed a little and many refer to the 1970 Firebird as a 1970 1/2 Firebird. The design change was dramatic and was so appealing that… more»
Dec 25, 2022 • For Sale • 37 Comments
The Rockford Files TV Show Tribute Car: 1977 Pontiac Firebird
As soon as I saw this listing, I began hearing The Rockford Files TV Show theme song in my head, which, to be honest, is a pretty good theme song. In fact, the Mike Post/Pete Carpenter song was released… more»
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
SOHC Drop-Top Project: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
Pontiac joined the newly found “pony car” market in 1967 with the Firebird. As another GM product, there were some similarities to the also-new Chevy Camaro except under the hood. While the Camaro had an “ordinary” inline six-cylinder engine… more»
Dec 4, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
455/Doug Nash 5-Speed! 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Based on nothing but appearance, the 1974 model is among my favorites of the second-generation Firebirds in the looks department, maybe because it was the last year before the back window gained the side glass, plus it still had… more»
Nov 26, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
326/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
Sometimes one manufacturer can catch another napping, and such was the case with the First Generation Firebird and its cousin, the Chevrolet Corvette. Ford blindsided General Motors when it slipped the covers off the Mustang in 1964, and it… more»
Nov 23, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Low-Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
We’ve recently seen a few low-mileage classics at Barn Finds, and this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula is up with the best. Although it rolled out of the factory in Norwood, Ohio, it is a Canadian-delivered car. That means that… more»
Nov 8, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Smokey and The Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
No motion picture probably did more for the popularity of an automobile than Smokey and The Bandit and the Pontiac Trans Am. Sure, there was Bullitt and the Dodge Charger. Or Vanishing Point and the Dodge Challenger. But sales… more»
Nov 4, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Collection Of 12 Classic Cars & Trucks In Albuquerque, NM!
Barn Finds reader BobQ recently spotted this collection of a dozen classic cars and trucks that the owner says must go, and while it’s not the largest bunch of vehicles we’ve ever seen in one place there’s some really… more»
Nov 2, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Ram Air Muscle! 1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Excitement over the Firebird was still flying high at Pontiac in 1971, with the company offering four different models of the car that year including the base Firebird, the more luxurious Esprit, the sporty Formula, and the top of… more»
Oct 29, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Daily Driver: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
While Ford is credited with creating the pony car segment with the Mustang, the vehicles produced in response by General Motors were worthy opposition. The 1968 Pontiac Firebird is a prime example because its variants could go toe-to-toe with… more»
Oct 22, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Take Your Pick! California Cache of Cars
Most cars in a collection have something in common. Makes, models, production years, and body styles are just some of the things that collector cars may share. But in this case, the eight vehicles offered here on craigslist seem… more»
Oct 20, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Diverse Collection Of 34 Cars For Sale In Houma, Louisiana!
Barn Finds reader Chuck Foster recently spotted this diverse collection of cars for sale in Houma, Louisiana, and we’d like to thank him for keeping us in mind and sending us the tip on this multitude of great rides! … more»
Sep 26, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Numbers Matching: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
The Burt Reynolds movie Smokey and the Bandit debuted in May 1977 (the same month as Star Wars). One of two things happened that summer: either the hot black Pontiac Trans Am helped sell movie tickets (and popcorn) or… more»
Sep 20, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rare 6-Cylinder/4-Speed: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Sprint
Whenever someone mentions a sporting First Generation Pontiac Firebird, most minds turn instantly to those with a V8 under the hood. However, the company was savvy enough to offer potential buyers an alternative if they couldn’t justify an eight…. more»
Sep 11, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fuel Injected Big Block: 1967 Pontiac Firebird
It can sometimes be unwise to judge a book by its cover, which is the case with this 1967 Pontiac Firebird. It undeniably needs some cosmetic TLC, but a heart of pure gold beats beneath the tired exterior. The… more»
