Firebird Restomod Rakes in Big Bucks at Barrett-Jackson
Firebird pro-tourer with LS3 power a three-year build with all the money thrown at it, then $187,000 more on the block in Scottsdale.
The Camaro may always have the spotlight, but the Firebird still has its fans to this day. Whether it’s the first-gen with more flair than the Camaro, the second-gen helping trucks do long-distance beer runs, or third-gen rides enhanced with AI, the ‘Bird and Trans Am have tons of star power compared to its bow-tied sibling.
Thus, it’s no surprise to see plenty of Firebirds burning up the auction block. GM Authority recently happened upon one which took home all the cash at the Barrett-Jackson happening in Scottsdale, Arizona. And we do mean all the cash.
This special Firebird pulled in $187,000 at no reserve, the highest-priced ‘Bird of the four at Scottsdale; the lowest-priced model was a ’69 for $29,700. And what feathers this Pontiac has, too.
Under the hood of this pro-touring masterpiece is a pro-built 6.2-liter LS3 linked to the rear through a six-speed automatic. How much power does it make? It’s a mystery. It’s got custom pistons, camshaft and rods, though, so we think it’s got the goods to leave a trail of fire behind its wings.
As the Barrett-Jackson entry notes, no expense was spared on this fine Firebird build. Even the interior received a few custom touches, like the Firebird badge stitched in red in the front headrests. The seats themselves come from a 2006 GTO, while the AC is a Vintage Air unit, guaranteed to keep everyone cool when the road goes up in flames.
Outside, the whole Firebird wears the finest metallic red around, accented by chrome 18-inchers up front, 19s in the rear. The headlights reside behind a see-through mesh grille, the door handles are shaved, and the front splitter and rear spoiler hold it down to the highway. It’s a gorgeous machine, for sure.
Is it $187,000 worth of gorgeous, though? The three-year-build outpaces what a concours-grade Firebird would net at just $38,800, per Hagerty. Then again, this is beyond the concours. We can only hope the new owner exercises that LS3 more often than not.
Photos: Barrett-Jackson
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