A 1980 Trans Am equipped with the 4.9-liter V8 could match this car, while the 305-equipped car took a neat 18 seconds to complete the same journey. This car features the most conservative drivetrain combination offered in 1988, but its performance demonstrates how far technology had advanced in a short time. However, it is worth placing that figure into perspective. That doesn’t sound like a recipe for excitement, and a 17.6-second ¼-mile ET would seem to confirm that. The original owner ordered this Firebird with the 2.8-liter V6 that sends 135hp to the road via a four-speed automatic transmission. The seller supplies no engine shots, which is disappointing since I consider it one of this classic’s strongest attributes. Whether the interior scores air conditioning is unclear, but the buyer receives an AM/FM radio/cassette player, cruise control, and a tilt wheel. The current owner has preserved this classic, meaning there are no aftermarket additions. There are no marks or stains on the seats or carpet and no crumbling plastic. The lack of wear, especially on the outer seat edges, is particularly noteworthy. The seats feature Gray cloth covers with matching vinyl on the remaining upholstered surfaces. The positive vibes continue inside this Firebird, and while I hesitate to describe it as perfect, it doesn’t seem to miss that mark by much. The glass is excellent, and the shining Rally wheels perfectly contrast the darker paint shade. The glass T-Top should make life pleasant on sunny days, and there is no evidence of leaking seals. This Firebird’s panels are laser straight, the gaps are consistent, and the stripes look crisp. There are no signs of patchiness or prior repairs, and none are mentioned in the listing. A sheltered existence has allowed it to remain rust-free, while its Medium Gray paint shines beautifully. It spends its winters safely squirreled away in a garage, only appearing when spring is in the air and the baby lambs are frolicking in the fields (sorry, but I think I spent too long looking at the background in the supplied photos!). It belongs to the seller’s father, and it appears he has treated it respectfully. It could be yours for $7,995, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Lothar… of the Hill People for spotting it.įirst impressions can count for much, and the one made by this Firebird is positive. The time is right for it to find a new home, with the seller listing it here on Facebook in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. It is a user-friendly vehicle that could be an ideal candidate for an eye-catching daily driver. However, the original owner’s decision to order it with the V6 engine means it can still gallop comfortably at freeway speeds while providing excellent fuel economy. At first glance, this 1988 Pontiac Firebird looks like a tidy survivor with no great surprises.
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