1979 Pontiac FIREBIRD 400 C1 V8
£13,000€14,999US$17,429
Description
- PONTIAC / FIREBIRD 400 C1 V8 / Saloon Doors / BLACKPart of a collection.Vendor states:Powered by its original Pontiac 400 V8 engine, this Firebird has benefited from substantial mechanical upgrades and restoration work over recent years.Engine upgrades include:• Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminium cylinder heads• Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminium intake manifold• Edelbrock Performer RPM camshaft package• Summit 750 CFM electric choke carburettor• Summit hardened pushrods and roller-tip rocker arms• Ceramic-coated 4-into-1 performance headers• HEI electronic ignition distributor• Performance air cleaner assembly• Chrome rocker covers• New fuel pump• Fuel cell/race-style fuel tank fitted in the boot• Complete top-end rebuild and gasket setOver $6,000 of performance parts were supplied by Summit Racing USA, with supporting invoices available.Further improvements include:• Hurst automatic shifter• New carpets• New headlining• New tyres• Extensive bodywork repairs carried out• Repainted during current ownershipThe body is relatively rust-free by Firebird standards and presents well overall. The paintwork is serviceable and presentable but would generally be described as average rather than concours.A well-sorted, usable American muscle car offering strong V8 performance, an upgraded specification and significant recent expenditure.Supporting invoices and history file included.To be sold at auction on Wednesday 14th Oct 2026
- First Reg. 05/03/1979
- 83,330 miles (unwarranted)
- Petrol
- Log Book: Complete
- HPI Status: Clear
- 4989cc
- Auto
- Grade Classic
Specifications
- Year
- 1979
- Brand
- Pontiac
- Model
- FIREBIRD 400 C1 V8
- Condition
- Used
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