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This is my 1978 Pontiac Firebird "Formula that I had imported from the States earlier this year. Although i intended on fixing her up myself, the lack of funds to do so now forces me to sell her on.<br />
It has the 403ci "Olds" engine which is very strong. Infact the car runs and drives great but the breaks are spongy and like the rest of the car could do with the full renewal/upgrade treatment. The car was used regularly but has been sitting now for the best part of a year so you"ll need to arrange transportation if you"re bid is successful.<br />
I have listed the good and bad bits that I"ve spotted below but if you are interested and want to view the car or arrange a video call I can show you around her.<br />
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Bad bits.<br />
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The drivers side front wing has a nasty dent and will need panel beating or replacing. <br />
The passenger side front wing has a small dent but nothing that can"t be repaired. <br />
Although she runs and drives great the starter or starter solenoid takes a while to kick in. plus the battery is flat and needs replacing. Again although it runs strong it is very loud and may have a hole in the exhaust. <br />
The previous owner has removed the inner front wings/fenders (I do have these separate and they are included in the sale). <br />
The is in need of a full respray - it was silver/light blue originally but aside from the dents mentioned there are many more imperfections, scratches and dings that need addressing. <br />
The interior is half way through a conversion to black but some of the trim panel work needs to be re-done as it s a little shabby. <br />
The aftermarket front drivers seat is broken and not bolted down properly (this and the spongy breaks & the time standing mean it needs transporting - please do not try to collect/drive this car away) <br />
One of the headlight surrounds is broken and could do with replacing. <br />
The bonnet release is broken. <br />
There are probably many more bits, stains in carpets etc. But that"s the worst of it as far as I can see but any inspection is welcome. <br />
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Good bits.<br />
Amazing wheels and tyres - great tread and good condition. <br />
This is a proper California car Originally made in California and from what I can see it"s been there all its life as there"s virtually no rust - all panels, arches, sills etc. are in great condition. The usual trouble areas for these car Door hinges and the areas beneath he rear screen are all in great condition. <br />
The car is most of the way through a black interior change and I have the original front seats which although are blue and tatty - will come up nicely with the black covers and done TLC ( I have found the black seat covers on eBay for 300). <br />
Again - the old headlining has been removed but a new black one that is yet to be fitted is included in this sale. <br />
As mentioned the engine runs and looks great. It has chrome eddlebrook rocker covers and a pancake air filter. <br />
Gearbox seems fine goes through the gears and reverses fine. <br />
All the glass is good (although the door window on the drivers side has dropped and needs refitting). <br />
I have all of the import paperwork and all UK import taxes are paid up in full. She is ready to MOT and register with this paperwork and although it"s a very straight forward process I can always help anyone who hasn"t done this before. <br />
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Date written: 11-Aug-2016
Price: £6995 As stated
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