As seen at the Martin Auto Museum in Glendale AZ.

1967 vs 1968 PONTIAC FIREBIRD: 
The ULTIMATE FirstGen Showdown?
Today we're doing something IMPORTANT comparing the first TWO YEARS of the legendary Pontiac Firebird. Drop a like and subscribe for more classic car content and info!

1967: THE ORIGINAL BEAST
That ICONIC "beaknose" split grille design
Gamechanging 400 cubic inch V8 with Ram Air
Revolutionary hoodmounted tach option
Firstyearonly features collectors GO CRAZY for

1968: THE EVOLUTION BEGINS
NEW Federallymandated side marker lights
UPGRADED Astro Ventilation system (NO MORE vent windows!)
FRESH frontend chrome treatment
IMPROVED Ram Air II option pushing even MORE power

ENGINE SHOWDOWN
1967: * Base 230 ci inline6
Optional 326 V8
Topdog 400 V8 with Ram Air

1968:
Updated 250 ci inline6 (MORE POWER!)
350 V8 replaced the 326
LEGENDARY Ram Air II 400 option
Available with HIGH OUTPUT 400 (MORE HORSEPOWER!)

CRAZY VALUE DIFFERENCES!
'67s command PREMIUM prices (First year collectible!)
But '68s pack MORE FEATURES
Which would YOU choose?

HIDDEN FEATURES Most People Miss
1967: * Unique oneyearonly interior trim
Special "Sprint" overhead cam six option
Firstgen console design

1968:
New dashboard gauge layout
Updated steering wheel design
Improved shifter placement
Better cabin ventilation system

The ULTIMATE QUESTION: Which year is BETTER? Drop a comment below with your pick! Are you team '67 (THE ORIGINAL) or team '68 (THE EVOLVED)?

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