When Pontiac rolled out the Firebird in 1967, it was their answer to the Mustang and Camaro, and they made sure it stood apart by offering big power right out of the gate. This first-year Firebird, now up for auction here on eBay, is a true survivor that hasn’t turned a wheel since it was parked in 1971. Showing just 61,000 miles and equipped with the original 400-cubic-inch V8 and a 4-speed manual, this one is about as close to a time capsule as you’ll ever find. Thanks for the tip Mitchell G.!
The seller explains that the car was sidelined when the hood was stolen early in its life. Instead of finding a replacement, the Firebird was pushed into the garage, where it sat untouched for more than five decades. During that time, it seems nothing was lost to history. The drivetrain, transmission, and all the major components remain original to the car. The only thing missing is the original exhaust, which has been removed. Otherwise, this is an honest, unmolested example of Pontiac’s muscle-era pride and joy.
The details make this one even more fascinating. The interior is gold, matching the exterior, and both appear worn but intact. The seller even notes that coins and receipts from the 1960s still sit in the car, documenting its every trip before being parked. It’s the sort of detail that makes you stop and imagine what life was like the last time this Firebird roared down the road.
Mechanically, it has potential to return to the streets with relatively little effort. The engine turns over with the key, and the lights are functional, though the seller has not tried to fire it up. Given the long dormancy, the next owner will need to go through the fuel system, brakes, tires, and other basics before attempting to drive it. Still, having an untouched numbers-matching 400 with a 4-speed is something that can’t be overstated in today’s collector market.
Located in Minnesota and sold with a clean title in the seller’s name, this Firebird stands as a rare survivor from the golden era of Pontiac performance. Whether restored to its original glory or carefully revived as a survivor, it’s an opportunity that doesn’t come along often.
Would you keep this Firebird as a preserved time capsule, or give it the full restoration it deserves?
I like these even better than it’s Camaro cousin, and I like this color combo and option list. That said there is some rust that will need to be addressed, and there’s always more than meets the eye. In my opinion it’s over priced in its current condition ( but aren’t they all ) still if I were in a position to take on the restoration I’d be tempted to make an offer.
Not sure I like the Gold interior. Reminds me of the spray painted lady in Gold Finger. Nice drive train combination though.
I don’t know, I have some pretty fond memories of the painted lady in Goldfinger…
If you are the owner of this firebird I have a repair manual that id like to give you, I’m not on facebook So I can’t message you. I’m in Minneapolis.
Let me see if I have the story straight. Someone stole the hood (!) off of a 3 or 4 year old Firebird so the car was parked for 50+ years? Those few years on the road must have been hard considering the high mileage, the number of dents, and the amount of rust and rust-thru. The interior looks surprisingly good except for the dryer sheets on the floor. The seller’s tale doesn’t ring true to me.
Yeah I was scratching my head at that too? Weird. They averaged 15,000 plus some a year so that was like there daily driver potentially. Maybe had a family and got the wagon and then the car got parked as life got busy with the kids? Most people back then didn’t have the disposable income and collect cars so much like people do today but who knows. It’s fun to imagine.
Sweet car, would clean it up, get it mechanically sound then drive. Love that it has a four speed! The 400 is a nice plus over the 326 or 350, not sure what they had back then but guessing the 326 since it’s a ‘67.
Coins and receipts from the 60’s…nice touch!
Listing was ended because there was an error in the listing??? A.G. may be right, something is amiss. Since Firebird and good starting point to work with. But need a good inspection.
The VIN decodes to:
1967 Pontiac Firebird 326 H.O.
VIN: 223377U128925
It has to be the vin number was put in wrong, those plates in the engine bay up in front of the radiator are only on cars with air conditioning or the cars with the 400 cubic inch engine.
And from people trying to fake a 400.
It must have been the vin was put in wrong because the car has the correct front grille and the plates up by the radiator are, those are options that go on the 400 cars, the plates are put on cars with air conditioning to keep the engine cooler.
VIN is correct and this was an original 400 car given what I’m seeing.
You can’t decode the engine from 67 Pontiac Firebird VIN.
Wow! I haven’t seen a gold interior since my SS 396 1967 Chevelle. I agree that the story doesn’t work for me either. BUT, a full set of factory wheel covers AND an original air cleaner is quite surprising. Still a rust belt car and very suspicious.
I kind of stopped at “the hood was stolen”.
The car certainly has potential, but credibility of the seller is everything, and I’m afraid that tall tale kills it for me.
Yeah, something is amiss with that “stolen hood” and 400 V8. Not to mention the whole story.
A ’67 Firebird 400 had scoops on the hood with 400 emblems. Convenient that the hood was “replaced.”
I had a roommate in the late-1980’s with a 1968 400 Firebird. It had been in an accident prior to purchase and the hood was gone. It was nearly impossible to find a good hood at a reasonable price. They were in high demand because they fit every 67-69, they tended to rust in the front too. I think Pontiac had discontinued them at that point in time and reproductions weren’t yet available. He could walk into the local restoration shop and get NOS fenders, they were in stock, as well as other front end sheet metal, but couldn’t help him with a hood. It’s not surprising that the hood was stolen, what’s surprising is the reactions as to the validity of the sellers claim.
Steve R
Hi, I had a 400, I did buy a 67′ cpe. Sad it’s been raped for years! It arrived w/out d.side seat frame? bolted to frame! I have lots of stuff as I disassembled my bird. nuts, screws, interior smalls, as a kid I used baggies etc. The prices for parts is stupid! I had Chilton manual was invaluable! great facts for 67-74. shows every year. engine #’s, trans, HP, great to check vin.codes, engine #’s. when you check add? I can swap parts for seat frame (d)!
I always like the look of this year firebird . $18000 is to much. I have seen this car before it for sale about a year ago . they were asking to much for it then as well . Its werth between $7000 to $10000 in its presant condition. It will cost $15000 to repair all the rust & get the drive train working.