| turbo69bird |
10-24-2025 03:03 AM |
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Description
Talk about a rare bird, this 1969 Firebird Convertible is powered by Pontiac's meanest engine of that model year, the 345 horsepower 400 cubic inch Ram Air IV that was commonly found in the GTO. One of only 17 originally built by the Factory, of which, only half have ever been accounted for. In the pantheon of million-dollar muscle cars, the 1969 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am convertible stands tall. However, there is another 1969 Firebird with a higher-performance engine that is also a convertible and extremely rare. It just doesn't have the Trans Am option and has a bit of a sleeper look, sans special badges, and painted in Dark Blue with a Parchment vinyl interior and white vinyl top. But it's what resides under the hood that makes this Firebird one of a kind. Firebird is all that and more with its unique and hardcore 400 Ram Air IV, and since the first generation (1967-1968-1969) Firebirds were head turners, the 1969 is special among the three model years for new sheet metal and a fresh, restyled look for the 1969. Along with this new styling came a brand-new Ram Air hood. Pontiac incorporated a manual flapper valve inside the car so the driver could cut off cold air to the Polyfoam-sealed air cleaner assembly. This hood with cold air induction was standard on the RA-IV Firebirds but optional on the L-74 Ram Air 400. Other firsts for 1969 included a standard three-spoke, padded, shallow-dish steering wheel incorporating the ignition key to lock the column. The wheel will not turn without the key, helping with theft prevention. The ground-up restoration began with a great car. There is no evidence of either collision damage or rust repair throughout the vehicle. The panels are straight with no evidence that they have ever been replaced. The trim has been restored to the highest level or is NOS (new old stock). The chrome is also brilliant and like new. The glass is OEM with correct logos, the stainless steel is completely restored or NOS, and the interior appears virtually new. From the vinyl seats to the wood-grained console, door panels, gauge assembly, and paint. The underbody and chassis are detailed to OEM standards, as is the engine, which is of the correct "WH" code with "727" casting heads and the header-like cast iron exhaust manifolds unique to this RA-IV Firebird. Other options include Magnum wheels, hood tach, AM-FM radio, console-mounted eight-track cassette player, and power brakes. Fully documented and with excellent provenance and PHS documentation, the owner of this Firebird will possess a late 1960s convertible worthy of a favored spot in muscle car heaven, as it combines the very best of everything: outstanding performance, looks, and power. VIN: 223679L118124.
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