CALIFORNIACLASSIX Matching Numbers 1970 Pontiac Firebird 400 {49 Photos}

A 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400. now for sale at Californiaclassix. com! All Matching Numbers: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400! Right at the tail end of the Swingin' Sixties. Pontiac introduced the second generation of their own version of the Pony Car. muscular looking vehicles with iconic names like "Trans Am" and "Formula 400" that were able to really deliver. performance-wise. Today. Firebirds from the early Seventies are being cherished as some of the most outrageous and fun means of transportation in automobile history. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) We fondly remember the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. with its bold spoilers. stripes and "screaming chicken" decals. For those who desired a bit more discretion. Pontiac offered the Firebird Formula 400. basically a Trans Am without the add-ons. Rare? You bet. as a mere 7. 08 were produced in 1970. of which only 4. 31 came with the bullet-proof Turbo-Hydro 400 three-speed automatic transmission. Here's one! Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Manufactured at GM's Los Angeles plant in Van Nuys during the second week of July. the 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 presented here. VIN *226870L110539*. is a genuine survivor in the true meaning of the term. Owned for the past 35 years by a nice lady from Yorba Linda. Calif. . it was very well maintained. indeed. never needing restoration. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Truly mind-boggling are the 100 service records. totalling $14. 94. 9. accompanying this rare 'bird. Most date from the 1980s and 1990s. when the car was used as quasi-daily transportation. A $3. 00. 00 invoice detailing an engine rebuild (Noted on it: "Customer asks for the original engine block to be used") at 43. 41 miles in 1990 and a transmission overhaul at 93. 07 miles in 1997 stand out among them. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The heart of the 'bird. Pontiac's own 400 cubic inch mill. the fabled L-67. delivers a healthy 330 horses and. better yet. a stump-pulling 430ft. lbs. of torque at only 3. 00prm. Most importantly. it is the original "matching numbers" YS-code unit installed into this car at the factory. coupled to the equally stout Turbo 400 Hydramatic. This Firebird was ordered with power steering. power brakes with front discs. and Air Conditioning. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The rebuilt engine starts on the button. idles smoothly - yet with a ferocious sound - and revs up freely. Oil pressure is great. there are no disconcerting oil leaks to report. nor does it smoke or overheat. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The 1970's Firebird design was deemed European in some aspects. featuring the sleek lines and the athletic look of a Ferrari GTO. It has aged well and even today. 45 years later. the looks menacingly powerful. with its unique. twin-scoop hood and aggressive Endura front grille/bumper combination. The stunning Goldenrod Yellow. paint code 51. is the original color of this car. Finish appears smooth and glossy. with only minimal imperfections due to its age. Correct. black vinyl top looks like new. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Firebird Formula's factory Rally wheels are shod with Firestone Firehawk radials of the size 225/70 R14. with plenty of tread left. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Moving to the inside. we are in amazed to find that factory headliner and both sunvisors have survived so pristinely. Note working dome light. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Again taking cues from contemporary Italian sports cars. the Firebird's dashboard features circular gauges with black backgrounds set against a wood applique finish. Since this car has always been garaged. there is no sun damage. such as dash splits or fading wood. to report. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Instrumentation follows the muscle car designers' tenet that less is more. by having only a speedometer. a fuel gauge. and some warning lights. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Black Deluxe vinyl seats are original. and just magnificently preserved. just like carpeting and door panels. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Rear seats. also 100% original. look like they have hardly been used. if ever. Note factory seat belts. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Rarely seen today: original. six-digit California blue-and-gold license plates. dating back to 1970! Let's have a close look at the luggage compartment now. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Trunk showing off its beautiful mat. original inflatable spare. and jacking equipment. The original AM radio is still present. as well. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Trunk floor up close. Befitting a life-long California resident. the Firebird's floors have remained free of corrosion. Click on the image to the left for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Click on any of the above images for a full-size view Above photos show the undercarriage in more detail. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Monday. April 27 was another warm and sunny day in our little slice of paradise. and we were eager to take the Yellow Bird out for a test drive and photo session. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Though it definitely is a muscular automobile. there's nothing heavy or ponderous about the Formula 400. Acceleration is tremendous. even by today's standards. and the sound emanating from the big dual exhaust is just fabulous. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The car is easily maneuvered around town and feels even better on the open highway. where it cruises along happily at 75mph all day long. Seating position and view from behind the controls induces excitement. a far cry from today's pony cars that feel like electronic video games in comparison. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Returning home. we are very impressed with the Firebird's performance. It really runs as good as it looks and could be used as a daily driver for another 45 years. if so desired! Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Few were made. even fewer remain today. Very infrequently. if ever. will you find such a well-maintained and original 1970 Firebird Formula 400. featuring an iconic muscle car color. the right equipment. a multitude of documents. matching numbers. and life-long California provenance. It's not only an appreciating asset but also a fun. ready-to-be-enjoyed classic that turns heads wherever you take it. You are most welcome and encouraged to view this fine automobile in Ventura. by appointment. during the auction. or have someone inspect it for you. Please. perform your due diligence before you bid. Please. note that this car is currently advertised on our Web site and on display in our Showroom. We reserve the right to accept a satisfactory offer and close this auction at any time. Feel free to contact us via e-mail at bill@californiaclassix. com or call us at (805) 653-5551. TERMS OF THIS SALE By bidding in this auction. you declare that you have read and accept the Terms of this Sale as outlined below. If you have any questions. please ask them before you bid. After the auction has ended. the sale is final. Please. only bid on this car if you are serious about owning it and have the necessary funds readily available! We require a $1. 00 deposit to be paid via PayPal within 24 hours of the end of the auction and the balance to be paid via bank wire transfer (or in cash) within 5 business days. unless other arrangements have been agreed upon during the auction. The car comes with a clear California Certificate of Title. It is smog exempt and sold "as is. where is" with no warranty stated or implied. Mileage stated above is the current odometer reading. You fully understand that you are not bidding on an "option to buy" this vehicle. You bid to own! There are no contingencies. We ship worldwide. For more information about Californiaclassix. please click on the link below: About Auction Presentation. Image Hosting. & Copyright © 1999-2015 by Californiaclassix. com™. All Rights Reserved. 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