1967 Firebird 400 1 Owner Barn Find,phs, 100% Original, No Reserve, Low Miles on 2040-cars
Finger Lakes NY, United States
Engine:400
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Exterior Color: Mayfair Maze (yellow)
Make: Pontiac
Interior Color: Black
Model: Firebird
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Custom trim option
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 42,867
Options: Many..see window sticker
Sub Model: Firebird 400
Power Options: power steering, power drum brakes, power windows, power top
The Story--
In the spring of 1967 a lady doctor drove past Bill Rapp Pontiac in Syracuse,NY and saw a yellow convertible in the showroom window. She turned her 190SL around went back to the dealer and traded in her Mercedes Benz on this yellow Firebird 400 convertible. This was her nice weather" fun car". She drove this 3-4000 miles a year for 10 years, then her father drove it for 2 years. In 1979 it was driven in and parked in a metal building and has not been touched since. The doctor passed away in 2004. The car is now owned by her sister and has never before been offered for sale. Since it has always been in the same family, the buyer will be the second owner.
The Car--
This is a nicely equipped 1967 Firebird 400 convertible. The mileage is correct at 42,867. It has never been abused, modified, hot-rodded, or chopped in any way. All of the original equipment is in place. It has never been taken apart and the car was running in 1979 when it was parked. Unfortunately it was improperly stored. Nothing was done to preserve the car. The paint is completely oxidized with the exception of the inside trunk lid as shown in the photos. Mice have been in the interior. Insulation and wiring have been chewed through by rodents. There are 3 small missing parts; the 2 "Firebird" emblems on the front fenders and the "400" emblem on the trunk lid. Other than these 3 minor parts the car is 100% complete including all 4 wheel covers, owner's manual and Pontiac floor mats. The doors, hood and trunk all open and close properly. All of the glass is intact. "Hockey Sticks" are on the grill. The car is rusty and has a few minor dents as shown in the photos. Car comes with complete documentation from Pontiac Historic Services (PHS). This includes copies of the build sheet, special equipment, window sticker and other pertinent information. It is very unusual to find a 100% original complete and numbers-matching muscle car like this. This Firebird deserves a quality restoration.
The Terms--
The buyer is responsible for removing the car and transportation. This is a true auction with a low starting price and NO RESERVE. Subject to prior sale through Buy It Now. Please, no dreamers or tire-kickers...if you have to ask permission please do not bid. Don't try to dazzle me with your knowledge, I know Pontiacs. Buyer to make 25% PayPal deposit upon purchasing, balance cash on delivery. Please, no low-ball offers. I have tried to be honest and complete in describing this car, but if you have any questions please email me or call (315)447-8730 8AM-8PM eastern time. THANK YOU
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