1979 Pontiac

Firebird redbird edition SOLD

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1979 Pontiac

Firebird redbird edition

Description

What do you get when you combine show-stopping graphics, a rare options package, an interior that's as good as new, and a formidable powertrain? You get one of the most uncommon classics on the market, that's what. This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit "Redbird" is definitely something you don't see everyday, with its highly-unique graphics and decals ensuring that it turns heads anywhere it goes. A high-level luxury appearance package for the Firebird Esprit, the "Redbird" package included unique paint, color-matched wheels, a unique interior color combination, a special decal package and more, all designed to make this car stand out! Powered by a period-correct Pontiac 301 C.I. V8 breathing through a 2-barrel carburetor, this '79 Firebird makes more than enough power to be one fantastic cruiser. And, with only 57k believed-to-be-original miles showing on the odometer, this Pontiac has plenty of life left in it! Torque is put to the pavement through a smooth-shifting 3-speed automatic transmission, perfect for long-distance cruising. The exterior "Mayan Red" paint looks absolutely stunning laid out over this Firebird's laser-straight bodylines, and it pairs perfectly with the accenting gold "Redbird" pinstriping that runs the length of the car! In addition, the floors, frame, trunk and jambs on this Redbird are all rock-solid and in fantastic shape! Opening the twin doors reveals a stunningly original, immaculate interior that feels just like stepping into a showroom car in 1979. Complete with comfy Redbird-specific "Carmine Red" cloth & vinyl bucket seats, a full center console, and a working original AM/FM radio, this '79 Pontiac's interior is the very definition of style. Packed with options from the factory, this Redbird is fitted with power steering, power brakes, front disc brakes, factory A/C, "Dual-Sport" mirrors, a remote driver's mirror, factory gauges, a tilt steering wheel, a working original AM/FM stereo, a full center console, and a sweet-sounding dual exhaust system. The car rides on a unique set of color-matched 15" Pontiac "snowflake" wheels over a slick set of Cooper Cobra RWL tires for a delightfully-striking appearance straight out of 1979! This Redbird runs and drives down the road like a brand-new car, ready to go at the turn of a key. Being the rarity that it is, you're not going to see another one for a long time, so don't let this one get away! We'd love to see it in your driveway.

VIN and Cowl Tag decode as follows:
VIN- 2T87Y9L196721
2: Pontiac Motor Division
T: Firebird Esprit
87: 2-door "Sport Coupe"
Y: Pontiac 301 C.I. V8, 2-barrel carburetor
9: 1979 model year
L: Los Angeles / Van Nuys GM Assembly Plant, California, U.S.A.
196721: Serial number; 96,721st Pontiac scheduled for production at Van Nuys Assembly

COWL TAG-
79: 1979 model year
06C: Production date in the 3rd week of June, 1979
2FS87:
2 = Pontiac Motor Division
FS = Firebird
87 = 2-door "Sport Coupe"
L: Built in Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.
273930: Fisher Body unit number; no relation to VIN
74B: "Carmine Cloth" deluxe interior trim
75L75U: "Mayan Red" exterior paint
W: Water-based paint
A51: Bucket seats

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Specs

Basic

Year
1979
Make
Pontiac
Model
Firebird
Sub Model
Redbird Edition
Miles
57,911
Vin
2T87Y9L196721
Stock
23160

Engine

Engine Size
301 V8
Engine Type
Gasoline
Transmission Type
3 Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD

Body

Body Color
Mayan Red
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2

Interior

Interior Color
Red
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Cloth
Shifter Type
Floor

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