: Richard initially signed off on a bold blue paint choice but was famously stunned—and not in a positive way—when the car rolled out, leading to second-guessing and potential rework.
: The 1967 Firebird was Pontiac's debut entry into the "pony car" market, sharing a platform with the Chevy Camaro but featuring unique styling like the split front grille. Hot For FirebirdsFast N' Loud : Season 14 Episo...
: Despite the setbacks, the finished restomod was eventually sold to Richard's friend, Stevie G, for $130,000 . Notable Trivia : Richard initially signed off on a bold
: Richard initially bought a 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible with the intention of doing a fast cosmetic restoration to turn a quick profit. Notable Trivia : Richard initially bought a 1967
: A high-performance 467 cubic inch V8 engine from Butler Performance, producing roughly 550 horsepower . Transmission : A 5-speed Silver Sport/Tremec manual gearbox .
: Because the original car was ethically "un-restorable," the team had to dismantle it for parts and find a second, more stable vehicle to serve as the foundation for the build. The Build Specs :