Recent upgrades include new brakes and Bora stainless steel exhaust
Advisory-free MOT until November 2024
Completely original interior
Registered in the UK since June 2021
Vendor is reducing his private collection so exceptionally low reserve!
The Appeal
The Pontiac Firebird is about as American as it comes. Popularised by the likes of Smokey and the Bandit, these cars are about as American Muscle as it comes. Designed to compete with the Ford Mustang, and sharing a platform with the Camaro, they've become a legendary part of the American auto industry.
The Targa-Top, in particular, is a scarce vehicle. Less than 400 of these were built out of less than 5000 Firebirds constructed. These are sought after even in the USA, and in the UK and Europe is no doubt the equivalent of automotive hen's teeth. This specific example is exactly that and comes to us with a top-notch spec and a rich red livery.
This Firebird has been well-maintained and upgraded over the last couple of years, with recent parts of note including a recon front subframe, new brakes, light magnesium alloy wheels, a Bora stainless steel exhaust, and matching new tyres. The engine has been retuned and will prove to be a real high-octane experience out on the road.
History and Paperwork
Manufactured in 1993
Registered in the UK on 25/06/2021
Advisory-free MOT valid until November 2024
Hayes manual included
Good number of receipts and relevant paperwork
Appropriate F15 BRD registration number included
Currently indicates 163,103km, which the vendor believes is genuine
The Condition
Original red paint with some fading on the front plastic nose cone
Glass Targa tops in very good condition with no leaks
Light magnesium alloy wheels with matching new tyres
Underside has underwent restorative work in 2021/22, judging from the MOT history
Completely original interior including floor mats
All instruments are clear and legible
Original high-spec cassette player still in situ
Some very light marks to the plastics
Velour upholstery is in good order with no rips or tears
Driver window can stick sporadically
However, no other issues have been highlighted
The Mechanics
3.4L V6 powerplant, returned to around 200bhp (up from 160bhp)
Borg Warner T-5 5-speed manual transmission
New brakes installed
Bora stainless steel exhaust
The vendor reports that it maintains exceptional oil pressure
We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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