Restoration projects require dedication, and it is fair to say they aren’t a viable option for some enthusiasts for various reasons. If you fall into that category, this 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible may be the ideal classic for you. Only two years have passed since the seller had the car restored, and it presents exceptionally well. It has no apparent needs, and with its V8 paired with a four-speed transmission, it should offer its new owner immense driving pleasure. This Firebird’s next journey could be to a new home, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting it listed here on eBay in Commack, New York. The seller set their auction to open at $29,000, but has received no bids at the time of writing.
While Ford stole a march on the opposition with its 1964 Mustang, Pontiac’s response was worth the wait. The Firebird, which first graced showroom floors in 1967, won immediate praise for its styling and performance. This first-year example is a “400” Convertible variant that makes a positive first impression. Its Burgundy paint shines impressively, and its panels are straight. There is no evidence of rust, which is hardly surprising given that it underwent restoration approximately two years ago. The Parchment power top fits nicely, with no rips or other issues. The glass is clear, and the trim sparkles against what is a darker paint shade. The Firebird sits on a set of Rally wheels, wrapped in tires from the fine folks at BF Goodrich.
In automotive terms, the Firebird was a long time coming. After all, three years elapsed between the time that Ford released the Mustang and General Motors responded with its pony car cousins. However, it proved a worthy adversary to the Mustang. Ford’s 1967 restyle introduced larger-capacity engines, but Pontiac offered its 400ci V8 to buyers from Day One. This motor produces a factory-quoted 325hp and 410 ft/lbs of torque, almost perfectly matching the figures produced by Ford’s range-topping S-Code 390. This car delivers power to a 10-bolt Posi rear end via a four-speed manual transmission, with power-assisted steering and front disc brakes for easier driving. Although not stated explicitly, the listing implies that this classic is numbers-matching. The engine underwent a rebuild during the restoration, while the brakes received extensive attention and new parts. It appears that potential buyers can consider this Convertible a turnkey proposition.
The seller does their cause no favors with their supplied images, although they do provide a broad overview of this Firebird’s condition. The interior, trimmed in Parchment vinyl, appears to be in good condition. There is no evidence of major cosmetic problems or signs of abuse. It has avoided the plague of being weighed down by modifications and aftermarket additions, a practice common in the 1970s and 1980s. There is an upgraded radio, but no other visible changes. The first owner didn’t load it with factory options, but life aboard this classic should be pleasant, thanks to its console, woodgrain trim, and tilt wheel.
This 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible offers enthusiasts the opportunity to slip behind the wheel of a turnkey classic. Although it has received no bids, the listing statistics suggest it has generated plenty of interest. Only time will tell whether the situation changes. The seller’s opening bid figure seems to be a realistic starting point, especially for a car of this caliber. Are you tempted to get the ball rolling by submitting the first bid? I wish you luck if you do.
372 viewers and no bids? I see a bad moon a risin’,,,a shame, really, such a nice car, and it’s not winter everywhere, yet, no bids? Mmm hmmm, something fishy, again, the ’67 Camaro/Firebird were groundbreaking cars, led the pack in almost every racing venue, and that went straight to the showrooms with a whopping 83,000 ’67 Firebirds sold, almost 16,000 convertibles. It’s pretty clear to me, people aren’t spending money on classic cars.
Oh, by the way, think the 4 speed is holding back sales? You’re darn tootin’ it is.
Werry, werry nice Howard, but I disagree about the four speed holding it back. If you’re in the market for a classic pony car this ticks all the boxes. This isn’t just a used car. Neat how GM was just a little nicer in the interior appointments than a Mustang. Wood trim no less, and it looks like an upgraded sound system too. Still, it’s 29 large and that’s just for starters.
You are right, if the bidding opened at $1 or $1,000, there would be 30 bids, many from people that would top out at a few thousand dollars, but would ask the sell a bunch of questions and wanting more pictures and to know about its history.
As for the number of views, that only shows how many people looked at over the prior 24 hours,
This is a nice car, interest and bidding will be strong. The 4spd is a plus and will help drive the price higher. It’s not like it’s a 3spd column shift, which actually acts as a repellent to potential buyers.
Steve R
While I’m not surprised at the lack of bids, the starting point seems totally reasonable for a restored convertible as desirable as I believe this Firebird to be. Doing a frame-off has to cost triple this starting price. This will ultimately sell for over $50K IMO and whoever paid for the resto will still lose money.
IMO eBay is not the place to sell this and the wrong time of year to sell a convert. this needs a live in person auction but in the end as stated the seller will lose after spending all that money to redo it.
It cost seller a lot of money to put a car in a live auction, with no guarantees it will even sell. Putting a car on eBay costs very little and will likely garner more attention. Links to auctions for cars like this get shared on forums, car related websites and among friends, all that matters is that people see it and they will. Even if it doesn’t sell in the auction, a potential buyer can reach out to the seller and still complete a deal. There is very little downside by putting it on a site like eBay.
Steve R
Do you know that the southern half of the Country is currently in their driving weather season? With the internet and the ability to ship cars anywhere, I don’t understand why some people still think you can’t sell a car in the winter. Here at BF we are just as busy now as we are in the summer.
I haven’t ever listed a car on Ebay, but I know that they have tweaked their rules and fees, and they now charge extra if you have a reserve price, but they still allow you to set a starting bid with no reserve and avoid that extra charge. I assume that may be what is happening here with the high-ish initial bid number, but I also agree that the car would appear to be worth more than the initial bid in the current market. A 68 Firebird 400 4 speed is on my short list of desirable cars, but I am the oddball who really doesn’t care for convertibles, even though I live in the sunny southeast. I love T-Tops and sunroofs, but convertibles are more air and less car than I personally want.
It has an opening bid now.
BAT charges a flat fee of $99 to sell a vehicle. They get a lot of eyes and a lot of ridiculous comments which can bring the sellers some anguish but there are also a few knowledgeable commenters on there. They can also sometimes bring ridiculously high prices.
I’m not a convertible fan, but I wouldn’t mind finding this in my garage. Curious that the ash tray appears to be a non-matching replacement, but I could live with that. Considering the condition of the restoration, $29k starting bid seems reasonable, but I wonder what the reserve is?
Wow, my dream Firebird convertible. It is 2500 miles away, and that is both good and bad. I bought at 68 Firebird 400, not a convertible. I can’t decide between this and a 1967 Buick California GS, that I didn’t pull the trigger on, and I have regretted ever since. This will go over 50K as a previous poster stated. Thank you for a real blast from the past.
Looks to be a Beautiful Firebird. IMHO, I think in part that when Pontiac faced challenges within GM concerning the comparison or competition with the Camaro, they pulled a Cougar move.
The Mercury Cougar was the so called gentleman’s Mustang. And by comparison the Firebird was the gentleman’s Camaro.
Good thing most don’t know about the Firebirds is that Pontiac gave it better suspension than the Camaro out of the box. Making actually a better driver for enthusiasts. Just my humble opinion