1969 thunderbird white11/29/2023 ![]() The "Sprint" model six came with a four-barrel carburetor, developing 215 hp (160 kW). Based on the architecture of the standardĬhevrolet 230 cu in (3.8 L) inline-six, it was fitted with a one-barrel Rochester carburetor and rated at 165 hp (123 kW). The 1967 base model Firebird came equipped with the Pontiac 230 cu in (3.8 L) SOHC inline-six. The listed retail price before options for the coupe was $2,666 ($23,398 in 2022 dollars ) and the convertible was $2,903 ($27,392 in 2022 dollars ). However, GM feared this would cut into Chevrolet Corvette sales, and gave Pontiac a piece of the " pony car" market by sharing the F-body platform with Chevrolet. 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. Both a two-door hardtop and a convertible were offered through the 1969 model year. The Firebird's rear "slit" taillights were inspired by the 1966–1967 Pontiac GTO and Pontiac Grand Prix. Announcing a Pontiac styling trend, the Firebird's bumpers were integrated into the design of the front end, giving it a more streamlined look than the Camaro. The first generation Firebird had characteristic Coke bottle styling shared with its cousin, the Chevrolet Camaro. ![]() Van Nuys, California, United States (1968–1969) ![]() Lordstown, Ohio, United States (1967–1969)
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