1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula Ram Air 400/4-Speed 1970 1971

Description

Muscle Car Garage:We are a private collection of 50's, 60's, & 70's muscle cars. We also do topside restorations in our Jacksonville and Orlando area locations. From time to time we offer one of our collector vehicles up for sale. These are mainly topside restorations that can be driven to local car shows and cruise ins. Many of our vehicles are previous trophy winners. We are not dealers just car enthusiasts who have been collecting cars for years and performing very nice driver quality restorations for all to enjoy. We are not a concourse restorer and many of our cars are trailered to events but most vehicles can be driven if your choose to do so.
All Around Details:Up for auction is our beautiful and rare 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula. The completedrivetrain on this car has been all rebuilt including the Ram Air III 400 engine,Borg Warner Super T-104-Speed, and the Rear Differential. Also restoredis the complete interior from the carpet to headliner. The 15" PMD rallies were professionally restored and now mounted with new Radial TA tires. Exhaust is fresh from the factory ceramic coated Ram Air "D" port headers to the cross overMagnaflow mufflers to the correct stainless tip exhaust out the back. All frontsuspension has been replaced and new leaf springs in the rear. Car is equipped with powerdisc brakes, power steering, power windows, and factory AC (not hooked up but have some originalparts that go with the car).This car runs and drives exceptional. Paint is very nice and is the correct Chestnut Bronze. Car is rust free and is showable for local car shows and cruise ins. Engine Bay is detailed and correct with added billet pulley's. Aftermarket CD Stereo with remotehas been added and has a nice sound. Everything works on the car as new except factory Tachometer.
Exterior Details:Firebird has very nice correctChestnut Bronze paint. Not perfect but very nice and showable at local car shows and cruise ins. Car has functional Ram Air hood. Wheels are correct 15" PMD Rallies that were sent out and professionally restored. New BF Goodrich Radial TA tires were mounted less than 1000 miles ago. Stainless trim is in very good shape and new stainless exhaust tips out the back look fantastic. Car presents itself very well, is very solid, with no rust issues.
Interior Details:Interior is correct black with replaced headliner, carpet, sill plates, visors, and seating upholstery. Also installed new injectedfoam on both front buckets. Dash is in excellent shape with no cracking or aging. Gauge cluster is in very good condition and wood grain shows as new. Door panels appear to have been replaced some time ago as they are in great condition. Formula has new seat belts and added embroidered floor mats. All weatherstripping and seals have been replaced. Interior is in excellent condition overall and highly showable.
Engine Bay & Mechanical:Engine has been completely rebuilt with less than 1000 miles since rebuild. Bored 0.20 over and added Competition Cam street cam shaft that can be heard through the all new exhaust. New 800cfm carburetor and HEI ignition was added during the rebuild. Also added new 4 core radiator to keep the engine cool on those hot days. Borg Warner transmission was completely rebuilt with master rebuild kit and then added Phoenix Friction dual clutch kit rated up to 500hp. Rear differential is 10 bolt limited slip and was rebuilt by a professional shop andinstalled 3:42 ring and pinion gears. The front & rear suspension has all been replaced including new bushings, coil & leaf springs, (including drop coils in front), shocks, etc. Fuel tank and lines are all new. Also all new brakes front & rear. Formula has correct Ram Air III "D" port factory issued headers that have been ceramic coated. Then all new crossoverexhaust with Magnaflow mufflers and correctstainless exhaust tips out the back for a great sound. Engine Bay is very clean and showable with added billet pulleys and correct functionalRam Air Cleaner. No dirt, leaks, or grime on motor as you can see in pictures. All electrical works including, headlights,wipers, horn, turn signals, blinkers, tag lighting, interior lighting, gauge lighting, gauges (except factory Tic TochTachometer), power windows, and added custom CD radio. This was a factory AC car but all has been removed from the engine bay but could be added back should you choose to do so. All controls for the AC are inside. I also have the dryer and evaporator that go with the car as in the pictures. Mechanically this car is very close to as new. I believe you could drive this across country with no worries.
Summary:This is a great example of a rare Firebird Formula. They made many less of these than Trans Am's or standard Firebirds. This is your chance to own a rare collectible that you just don't see at car shows and cruise ins. This car's drive line has been completely rebuilt front to back. Equipped with a Ram Air III 400 and factory 4-Speed this car performs as good as it looks. There are no surprises with this car.
I encourage any vehicle inspection prior to taking delivery. I can also help arrange for an independent inspection and can provide some reputable transport companies should you decide to contract a carrier to pick up and deliver your new vehicle. Call me if I have not answered any questions about the vehicle in the description above. I have done my best to describe the vehicle and its condition. My name is John and I can be reached at 321-277-6718. Good Luck Bidding!!!!
Terms of Sale: A non-refundable $1000.00 deposit through PayPal is due within 48 hours of auction completion. Winning bidder will make final payment by bank wire transfer within 7 days. We will accept verified cashiers check, money order, or cash in person. The vehicle will not be released until final payment has cleared. All sales are final. This vehicle is being sold "As Is" where as no warranty, expressed written or implied. We reserve the right to end the auction early as the car is for sale locally. Buyer is responsible for pick up or shipping of this vehicle. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any statements made about the vehicle. Please do not bid on the this auction unless you are serious about owning the vehicle. We are not responsible for buyers remorse. eBay is a binding legal transaction and I reserve the right to cancel any unwanted bidders. Any less than 95% approval rating or below 5 feedback need not bid.