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Old 05-26-2014, 11:19 PM
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Hi all,

I'm really excited to share a new project I'm working on. It's a 1967 Pontiac Firebird. My client has had this car for the past 15 years, but hasn't gotten around to restoring it. The client initially wanted to do a regular factory restoration with a little bit of an upgrade to the engine. I'm very passionate about pro-touring and I shared some of the recent technology and trends in pro-touring with the client; he absolutely loved the idea and agreed to move away from the factory restoration and go with a pro-touring project.

We spent a about 6 weeks looking at all of the options from engine, suspension, and wheels. There are many different options when building a completely custom car; each with its own benefits and drawbacks. The final goal for the client was to have a street-able car that looked and performed like a brand new car. Turn the key, hot or cold, and the engine starts right up. Plenty of power and good MPG. The suspension had to be tight and nimble allowing the car to handle like a modern sports car.

We've been working with Ben Hermance for the past month coming up with the perfect styling, color, and stance. Here's what we have planned for the 1967 Firebird project:
  • Start with the 1967 as the foundation
  • Use the 1968 quarters to add the Pontiac side markers
  • Use the 1968 windows to remove the vent windows
  • Use the 1969 Trans Am hood for a unique, aggressive look
  • 1970 GM bullet mirrors for a clean, modern look
  • Off-white paint scheme on the exterior.
  • COPO Camaro inspired stripes on the quarter panels and hood
  • The stripes are titanium to match the Forgeline wheels
  • Each stripe has a thin ascent of gold, which matches the brake calipers
  • The interior is off-white, black, and uses gold-stitching
  • The style and color is designed to flow from the interior to the exterior
  • Very clean interior with a mixture of old-school and new-school styling

Enough with the description, let's take a look at the renders that Ben put together for us.

Side View


Rear View


Top View


Front 3/4 View


Interior View


Composition 1


Composition 2


We've been thinking really hard what kind of components we want to use in the car. So far here is what we have planned:
  • GMPP LSX454 EFI engine
  • Billet Specialities LS Tru-Trac front assembly
  • Tremec T-56 Magnum 6sp transmission
  • Art Morrison Max-G full frame chassis with upgraded C06 front suspension and 4-link rear suspension
  • Forgeline ZX3R wheels
  • Michelin Super Sports 275/35R18 and 325/30R19
  • AutoRad Radiator with aluminum core support and power steering cooler
  • Digital tail lights
  • Billet hood and trunk hinges
  • Sparco R700 front seats
  • Ring Brothers billet door handles
  • DSE remote windshield wiper
  • New Vintage gauges
  • Sparco 383 steering wheel
  • Clayton Machine Works pedals
  • Rick's Tank + ZL1 fuel system

I'm really excited about this project. Be sure to subscribe to this thread for future updates. I have a bunch of pictures as I begin to work on this car and transform into a modern pro-touring machine.
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Old 05-26-2014, 11:30 PM
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Looks like a great project, I'm sure your customer will be very happy with the final result. The Autorad setup is a smart choice, really high quality part.
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Old 05-26-2014, 11:30 PM
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those are some of the greatest renderings i've seen on what can be one of the baddest pro-touring cars out there. Please make this a reality, soon.
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Old 05-26-2014, 11:44 PM
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very classy.
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Looks like an awesome project. Not a lot of Firebirds have been dome up right.
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Wow --- really nice renderings -- but then Ben always does really nice renderings.


Is it done yet?? LOL
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I've never been a fan of white cars but this one just changed my mind. I'm really digging it. Nice work.
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Thanks for all the great feedback. Ben Hermance is as good as it gets with renderings. What I like is that he is not just a guy who can draw a pretty picture but he knows what is reality in getting this stuff done, and is a great help along the process of the build as well. I'll post more pics soon, we are farther along than you might think....
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I agree...very classy looking!
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Thanks for giving me the opportunity to help Doug and Eugene! I can't wait to see it finished up...please keep posting progress pix.
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