1968 FIREBIRD - TOTALLY RESTORED CALIFORNIA CAR - 455c.i., P/S, P/B & UPGRADES!

Description for Pontiac Firebird 1968

1968 Pontiac FirebirdLife-long. Rust-free California Car Updated - Totally Restored A "Needs Nothing". Turn-Key Firebird that Runs Strong and Looks Great Striking Burgundy Paint with Custom Pin-striping 455c. i. V8. P/S. P/B. Tilt Wheel. Chrome Rally Wheels. Console & Gauges __________________________ NOTE: Our listings are rather lengthy. They not only describe this particular car but also some history of the make/model. considerations in buying a classic car and facts about our firm. However. we continually hear from out of state / out of country buyers (many of our clients) that they prefer the level of detail that we provide. However. if you are not prepared to read the full listing. please read the OVERVIEW below along with the PHOTOGRAPHS at the bottom. If you'd prefer. please call us at 925-846-1451 and we'll gladly discuss the Firebird and answer any questions over the telephone. including our "Buy it Now" policy. Yes. the Firebird can be purchased prior to the end of the eBay auction. PHOTOGRAPHS PLEASE NOTE: EACH TIME WE LIST A VEHICLE ON EBAY WE RECEIVE COMMENTS THAT THERE ARE NO PHOTOS OF THE INTERIOR. ENGINE. UNDERCARRIAGE. ETC. OF THE CAR. THERE ARE CLOSE TO 100 PHOTOS OF ALL AREAS OF THIS FIREBIRD. BUT WHEN YOU REACH WHAT APPEARS TO BE THE LAST PHOTO. YOU WILL NEED TO SCROLL DOWN ON eBay TO VIEW THE REMAINING PHOTOS. IF YOU ARE STILL UNABLE TO SEE THEM. PLEASE CALL US AT 925-846-1451 AND WE WILL PROVIDE A DIRECT LINK. NOTE: IT IS A VIOLATION OF EBAY POLICY FOR US TO LIST THE URL ON THE EBAY LISTING. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS OF ANY PART OF THE FIREBIRD. ALL OF OUR PHOTOS ARE TAKEN IN NATURAL LIGHT AND WE DO NOT "PHOTO-SHOP" OR TOUCH-UP THE PHOTOS IN ANY WAY. INTRODUCTION This car is offered at a realistic price and. unlike bidding on cars in an auction environment. you will have the benefit of extensive information and history on the car prior to making a buying decision. Equally as important is the fact that Classic Cars Ltd. has been in business for 20+ years and enjoys an excellent national / international relationship with nearly 800 positive eBay feedback responses. Please keep in mind that we will gladly. 1. Answer any questions over the telephone and take the time to guide prospective customers through the buying process (925-846-1451). 2. Assist with locating a quality. suitable transporter at very competitive prices. 3. Provide proof that we are licensed. bonded (for the financial transaction). fully insured. and operate from an established showroom environment. 4. Provide feedback from previous buyers. and specific references for vehicle purchases in your area (we also ask that you view our detailed eBay feedback by clicking on the number to the right of the eBay user name) 5. Offer additional information including specific photographs or clarification of any part of our description of the vehicle Thank you again. please let me know if I can be of assistance. Happy "eBaying"! Paul R. Wankle. Pres. Classic Cars Ltd. Pleasanton. CA 925-846-1451 OVERVIEW-THIS PARTICULAR 1968 PONTIAC FIREBIRD This 1968 Pontiac Firebird has the mechanical upgrades necessary to make it a great cruiser plus it has been restored to a stunning. head-turning appearance. The car was originally sold in California (Built in the LA plant) and has spent its entire life there. Major features include: - Pontiac 455 cu. in. V8 - Holley 4 barrel carburetor - Be Cool aluminum radiator - TH 350 automatic transmission - Dual exhaust w/ Flowmaster mufflers and Doug's headers - Power brakes w/ dual master cylinder - Front disc brakes. rear drums - Power steering - Rear anti-sway bar - Chrome rally-style wheels - Beautiful burgundy metallic paint - Professional hand pinstriping - Excellent chrome and stainless steel trim - Beautiful all-black interior - High quality Alpine stereo w/ 4 in-car speakers. 2 trunk woofers. trunk amplifier - Fully upholstered trunk - Detailed engine compartment - Rust-free body and undercarriage - Undercarriage fully detailed DETAILS-THIS PARTICULAR 1968 PONTIAC FIREBIRD This 1968 Pontiac Firebird was born. raised and has remained in California for its entire life. It has been updated both in performance and appearance and is now truly turn-key. needing nothing to enjoy both for cruising and displaying at car shows. The mechanical improvements make it a wonderful driver and the cosmetic upgrades/restoration make it a real head turner. It bears VIN 223378L110361 and has a current California title and registration with plates 5VUF637. For California buyer's. the Firebird is registered until January 22. 2015. HISTORY This Firebird was manufactured in the Los Angeles area plant and has remained in California for its entire lifetime. It was owned by a single family prior to purchase by the current owner in 2006. A member of the original owner family fully updated and restored the car in the early 2000's. Originally the car was fitted with a 350 cu. in. engine. During the complete. comprehensive restoration. a "big block" Pontiac 455 cu. in. engine was installed and the color scheme was improved to be a lovely shade of burgundy (or what might be termed "Merlot" by wine aficionados) exterior with an all-black interior. It has been only rarely driven by the current owner in the past 8 years as a result of his collection of late 1960's / early 1970's muscle cars. He has maintained the car but has not made any significant changes to the Firebird since it was completely restored within an estimated several thousand miles. MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL - Pontiac 455 cu. in. V8 - Holley 4 barrel carburetor - Edelbrock finned valve covers - Edelbrock intake manifold - Doug's exhaust headers - Dual exhaust w/ Flowmaster mufflers. downdraft exhaust tips - Turbo-Hydramatic 350 automatic transmission - Optima yellow top battery (designed for deep cycling) w/ chrome cover - Chrome alternator - Be Cool aluminum radiator (to keep the big 455 running cool in California temperatures) - Chrome radiator and heater hoses - Tuff Stuff chrome dual master cylinder w/ power brakes - Power steering - Chrome cross bracing at forward end of engine bay - Fully chromed sheet metal forward of radiator - Front disc brakes (8+ mm remaining pad). rear drums - Rear anti-sway bar - Chrome rally-style 15 inch wheels w/ center caps. like new - Conti Trac 2000GT radial tires; front-P235/60R15. rear-P255/60R15; older date code but with 50%+ remaining tread - Pleasing stance (adjustable rear utilizing air-shocks) - Rebuilt front and rear suspension w/ new ball joints. bushings. and shocks - Rear air shocks - Entire electrical system functional including lights. turn signals. high beams. brake lights and horn EXTERIOR - Beautiful high quality - Extremely straight rust free California body - Striking burgundy paint - Professionally hand-painted pin striping on sides. trunk and hood - Flawless chrome plated bumpers both front and rear - Flawless stainless trim around all windows. fender wells and rockers - Flawless grille - All Firebird badging is in place - All glass is excellent - Laser straight body and good panel fit for a car of this era - Both doors. trunk and hood close smartly - No rust evident anywhere INTERIOR - Beautiful stock interior with minor upgrades (period gauges & stereo) - Damage free restored black seats front and rear - Excellent black door panels - Like new black headliner - Black carpet w/ matching custom mats. red "Firebird" on front pair - Shiny Fisher Body sill plates - Wood rim steering wheel w/ Pontiac logo in center - Tilt steering column - Excellent black dash w/ stock speedometer and fuel gauges - Under-dash installation of oil pressure. volts and water temperature gauges - In-dash installation of modern Alpine CDM 7861 stereo; JBL speakers in door panels. Boston speakers in rear package shelf. Audiobahn woofers in trunk. Alpine MRV-F357 amplifier in trunk w/ EQ-7 equalizer switch panel; a truly LOUD and quality sound system - Factory console with T shifter and factory wood burl trim - Four seat belts (lap only) - New weather stripping on doors and trunk - All 4 windows crank easily and seal - Fully upholstered trunk w/ woofers and amplifier - Trunk-mounted chrome fire extinguisher - Underside of hood burgundy painted and highly detailed including hand pinstriping - Engine properly painted COSMETIC CONDITION Probably the most outstanding feature of this car is the excellent cosmetic condition. There is no evidence of rust anywhere. even in typically affected areas such as under the ends of the rear window or under the doors. The burgundy exterior paint is extremely smooth. shiny and rich appearing. There are no noticeable flaws and no imminent rust "hot spots" under the paint. The pin striping is very professionally and tastefully done (refer to close-up photos). All chrome and stainless steel is of excellent quality. All glass is excellent. The all-black interior is excellent and shows nicely. There is no evidence of wear or sun damage. The engine bay is extremely clean and neat with the engine painted in proper "Pontiac blue. " The fully upholstered trunk shows nicely and is solid. The underside is remarkably rust free and detailed with solid floor pans. a body color restored gas tank. and a detailed rear end. front suspension and entire undercarriage. The odometer currently reads 71. 54 miles. Mileage is being judged as "Total Miles Unknown" (TMU). While the condition of the car would support a statement of "original mileage" we do not represent a 45+ year old car as anything other than TMU since we are unable to definitively document the car's mileage. This car can be proudly cruised and displayed at all car shows. It is a truly excellent example of a vintage Firebird. The extensive photographs accurately reflect the car's condition including the body. paint. engine compartment. interior and underside. OTHER - Clear California title with current California registration - California smog test not required for vehicles 1975 and older - Passed the California required safety inspection for working wipers. turn signals. lights. brakes. etc. HISTORY OF THE 1968 PONTIAC FIREBIRD The Pontiac Firebird was built by the Pontiac division of General Motors between 1967 and 2002. The Firebird was introduced the same year as the automaker's F-body platform-sharing model. the Chevrolet Camaro. This coincided with the release of the 1967 Mercury Cougar. which shared its platform with another pony car. the Ford Mustang. The first generation Firebirds (1967-1969) had a characteristic Coke bottle styling. Unlike its cousin. the Chevrolet Camaro. its bumpers were integrated into the design of the front end and its rear "slit" taillights were inspired by the Pontiac GTO. Both a two-door hardtop and a convertible were offered through the 1969 model year. Assembly was in Ohio. For 1968 the engine options ranged from an in-line 250 cu. in. 6 cylinder to either 350 cu. in. or 400 cu. in. V8's. Various carburetor options were offered with each engine type. providing various horsepower ratings. The styling differences from the 1967 to the 1968 model were the addition of federally- mandated side marker lights for the front of the car. the turn signals were made larger and extended to wrap around the front edges of the car. and on the rear. the Pontiac (V-shaped) Arrowhead logo was added to each side. Also. the front door vent-windows were replaced with a single pane of glass. PURCHASING A COLLECTOR VEHICLE - THINGS TO CONSIDER As always. we recommend that you carefully review the seller's background for any collector car being sold over the Internet. It is important to ask yourself a number of questions including. but not limited to: - How long have they been in business? - How much experience do they have with collector cars? - How many positive collector car vehicle sales have they completed (positive eBay feedback)? - How detailed/complete is the description of the vehicle? - Do the photos show details of the interior. exterior. top. chrome. etc. or are they simply "glamour shots" taken from a distance? - Does the seller have a Surety Bond to protect the financial transaction? - What about insurance. licensing by the state. and a local business license? - Does the seller (if a business) have any DMV (Motor Vehicle) complaints and/or other history of legal action. grievances? - Does the seller enjoy a favorable local and national/international reputation? - Can the seller assist with funding sources. transport and out of state/country sales? ABOUT CLASSIC CARS LTD. - Classic Cars Ltd. has been in the same. small. California town for over 20 years. We operate a small "brick & mortar". indoor showroom. and specialize in the sale. consignment. and purchase of sports. high performance and specialty vehicles of all types. We have a particular interest in sports cars and unique vehicles. - The majority of our vehicles come from local. private owners and collectors. and many were sold new in California. We appreciate that rust free cars. with excellent documentation and history are especially attractive to our buyers both locally. and around the country. As a result. we do not purchase our collectible cars from "distressed" sales. such as wholesale auctions. salvage sales. or lien sales. We do not sell vehicles with salvage titles. or those that have a history of significant accident damage or repair. We have sold hundreds of unique. classic and collectible vehicles and regularly deal with buyers that have not had the experience of purchasing a large (both physically and monetarily) item on eBay. or through an Internet source. Our eBay feedback is 100% positive on all vehicle sales from customers around the globe and is a reflection of our commitment to accurate. complete. and thorough vehicle descriptions. - We have been shipping vehicles for years and have established excellent contacts that are not only high quality but very price competitive. We do not use brokers. terminal shipping or other discount methods. Call us or email for a quote directly to your home or office. We are often able to obtain quality enclosed transportation (the kind of travel this car deserves) for the cost of open shipping. - Please review our feedback on eBay (user name Never22Many) representing over 780 positive transactions to buyers all over the United States / World. - We are fully insured. bonded. and licensed for collector car sales all over the United States/World. - Classic Cars Ltd. carries a $50. 00 Surety bond to cover financial transactions - We frequently sell vehicles to out of State / out of country buyers. and will be glad to provide references for buyers in your area. MISCELLANEOUS GENERAL INFORMATION - As with virtually all collector/specialty vehicles. we find that parts and resources are readily available for this (and most every vehicle). thanks in large part to the Internet. - In addition to the purchase price of the vehicle. California buyers will be subject to sales tax. a documentation fee. DMV transfer fees and license/registration. Out-of-state buyers will be responsible for the purchase price of the vehicle and any local taxes/fees will be the purchaser's responsibility to pay in their respective state. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the vehicle is delivered or driven in California and driven on California roads. sales-tax. license/registration and transfer fees will be assessed per California law. - While we encourage telephone calls to discuss this vehicle in greater detail we will not respond to inquiries asking "What is the reserve". Also. if you would prefer that we call you to answer any questions about the vehicle; shipping alternatives. etc. please e-mail us with your telephone number and will gladly get back in touch with you. - We encourage inspections of this Firebird by serious. qualified individuals or professional inspectors. Please call at 925-846-1451 to arrange a convenient time. - As with any collectible vehicle of this vintage we are unable to provide a warranty or guarantee of condition. However. we make every effort to accurately represent our vehicles. and highlight both positive items as well as areas that require attention. We ask that prospective buyers consider our eBay history/feedback. standing in the community. length of time in business. and other factors when purchasing a collectible vehicle from Classic Cars Ltd. - Minor cosmetic issues/flaws may be present on every vehicle (regardless of cost) including small chips. nicks. scratches. etc. that can be seen on even the best restoration. or even a relatively new. used "pre-owned" vehicle. Also. ownership of a collectible / specialty vehicle is more enjoyable if the owner is familiar with the "realities" of these unique cars. Unlike more modern day vehicles. these cars require regular. ongoing care/maintenance and some mechanical knowledge. patience. and understanding can make the experience considerably more pleasant. That said. collector / "specialty" car owners will tell you (emphatically) that they love their cars and wouldn't trade them for anything!! - The information contained in this description is believed to be accurate but. in some instances. has been provided by the car's owner / owners or outside sources. As a result. we are unable to guarantee the accuracy of the information. We encourage verification of "numbers" and significant data prior to the purchase of any collector vehicle that you are considering. Thank you. Classic Cars Ltd. 925-846-1451 Specifications: Body Type / Style:Coupe Exterior Color:Burgundy Interior Color:Black Engine:V8 Transmission: Automatic Mileage:71453 Drive:Rear Doors:2 Equipment: AM/FM/CD PlayerCalifornia Car!California Lic & RegConsoleCustom Headers & ExhaustEdelbrock ManifoldExceptional Paint QualityExempt from CA SmogFactory Bucket SeatsFinished / Carpeted TrunkFront Disc BrakesFront Sway BarFull InstrumentationGauge Panel Gauge PanelHeadersHeater / DefrosterNo Rust CA. BodyOriginal Sheet MetalPower BrakesPower SteeringPremium SoundRallye WheelsRear Air ShocksRebuilt EngineRuns / Drives Very WellSEE DESCRIPTION. Wooden Steering WheelLifelong California Car Completely Restored Inside & Out No Rust Very High Quality Build Very Nice Panel Fit Beautiful Paint / Body Excellent Exterior Trim Excellent "California Chrome" Unique Firebird "Nose" Runs & Drives VERY Well Laser Straight Front Left to Rear Right Side Right Rear to Front Left Rear to Front Left Front Fender Front Left - Close Front Bumper - Close Front Front Right - Close Front Right Fender Right Side Door Right Rear Quarter Right Rear - Close Rear End Left Rear - Close Left Rear - Close Left Door Excellent Glass Damage Free Windshield No Leak / Damage Rear Window Excellent Stainless Windows Operate Freely Hand Pinstriping Original 350c. i. Car / Now 455c. i. Close - Hand Rear Pinstriping Chrome Rally Wheels Rear Air Shocks Beutifully Restored Interior Excellent Seats Later Model Seat Belts Lovely! Beautiful Dash Wooden Steering Wheel (TILT!) Factory Gauges Added Gauge Cluster With Car Warm - High Oil Pressure High End Sound!! Runs Cool in CA Temperatures Excellent Door Panels Custom Quality Sound System Total Trim Removed Re-Spray New Rubbers. Felts. etc. Like New Firebird! Beautiful Rear Seats Too. Incredibly Clean Rear Seat Belts Very Well Maintained Highly Detailed Under Hood Under Hood Hand Detailing Show Quality Engine Bay Chrome & Performance Parts 455c. i. Rebuilt Ponitac Engine Truly a Work of Art! Headers. Edelbrock. Holley & More! Runs Cool!! Spotless. The Best Components Note Underside of Trunk See Description for Details Great Sound!! Left Rear Underside Right Rear Undereside Underside Front Right Underside Left Front Fender Rocker Panel Left Side Front to Rear Right Side Front to Rear Front Valance from Below Left Side Low Right Side Low Full Undercarriage - NO Rust Underside Front Suspension Rear Gas Tank (Painted Body Color) Rear Air Shocks Rust Free Subframe Front Suspension Incredible CA. Example with Upgrades Terms & Conditions Buyers outside of California will be responsible for a $195. 00 fee for processing/administration. The charge will apply if the vehicle is purchased through ebay or before or after the auction. directly through Classic Cars Ltd. The vehicle is listed for sale elsewhere. We reserve the right to end the auction at anytime. We will be glad to discuss details of a "pre-auction" purchase (925) 846 1451. Inspections of vehicles are encouraged but (by appointment only) must be completed within 24 hours of the end of the auction. Out of state buyers are responsible for the high bid and any shipping costs. California buyers are subject to the appropriate sales tax. DMV transfer. and fees associated with the purchase of any used vehicle sale in the state of California. To avoid shipping the title with the car to our out of state buyers. we mail the title via Priority Mail. While shipping and transportation costs (if appropriate) are the responsibility of the winning bidder. we can assist with locating a suitable transporter. We regularly ship cars all over the USA/World. and can often times locate very competitive rates for transporting vehicles door to door. to a local terminal. enclosed. open. etc. Please call us for specific information/rates to your location. We meet some great people and fellow enthusiasts. and only rarely do we have problems with non-paying bidders. Please be certain that you are prepared to buy the car if you bid. or call us at 925-846-1451 before the end of the auction if we can answer any questions. If you have a "sunglass" rating or fewer than 10 feedback ratings on eBay. please call us before you bid so that we can discuss the bidding process. etc. If we do not hear from you. we reserve the right to delete your bid. Thank You & Happy Bidding Classic Cars Ltd.