Does anyone know if these were a 1970-only feature?
And, although the Dealer guide seems to indicate it was just to tidy up for appearance of display cars, was it widespread among other early Firebirds or as an option, either for looks or some mudflap ability?
1970 Firebird showroom car wheelwell guide by
Aus78Formula, on Flickr
1970 Firebird rear wheel well dust deflector shields 482868 540160 (1) by
Aus78Formula, on Flickr
1970 Firebird rear wheel well dust deflector shields 482868 540160 (2) by
Aus78Formula, on Flickr