Most Pontiac enthusiasts know that the 1973 Trans Am was the first Firebird to receive boldly-detailed exterior ornamentation with its optional hood decal. Did you know that the large Firebird emblem wasn’t Pontiac’s first attempt at such ornamentation? The 1969 Firebird 400 was slated to be boldly decorated. And here’s proof!
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Mike Noun's Stealthy '69 Firebird That Runs 11's
6 CommentsWhile I enjoy watching and hearing dedicated Pontiac-powered race cars, and even those built for street/strip competition make quarter-mile passes on a given weekend, I particularly enjoy seeing factory-stock-looking Pontiacs running really fast in street trim. And that describes Mike Noun and his ‘69 Firebird.