1967 Pontiac Firebird
1967 Pontiac Firebird The first generation Firebird had characteristic Coke bottle styling shared with its cousin, the Chevrolet Camaro . Unlike the Camaro, the Firebird's bumpers were integrated into the design of the front end. The Firebird's rear "slit" taillights were inspired by the 1966–1967 Pontiac GTO . Both a two-door hardtop and a convertible were offered through the 1969 model year. Originally, the car was a "consolation prize" for Pontiac, which had desired to produce a two-seat sports car based on its original Banshee concept car. However, GM feared this would cut into Chevrolet Corvette sales, and gave Pontiac a piece of the " pony car " market through sharing the F-body platform with Chevrolet . Pontiac Firebird Engine 230 cu in (3.8 L) Pontiac OHC I6 The 1967 base model Firebird came equipped with the Chevrolet 230 cu in (3.8 L...