The coupe or convertible 1968 Pontiac Firebird may have shared a platform and some body panels with the Camaro, but it was slowly carving out its own niche in the muscle car segment. Changes for 1968 include the disappearance of the side vent windows, and new wraparound turn signal lights and Pontiac V marker lights in the rear. A new suspension included staggered shocks and multi-leaf rear springs. Changes to the instrument panel, a new anti-theft button, and an optional 4-way power seat were also new for 1968. For its second year on the market, the 1968 Firebird updated its engines for more pony car performance or just personal fun behind the wheel. The base engine was now a 250 I6, with a new single-barrel carb that got 175-hp. The Sprint remained a 230-block at 215-hp. The V8s got some minor horsepower upgrades, but also a wider variety of options. The old 326 was now a 350 V8 that got 265-hp with a 2-barrel carb or 320-hp with a 4-barrel carb. The 400 V8 came in a wide palate of options. The four-barrel carb base engine rated 330-hp, but a High Output version upped that to 335-hp. There was also a High Output engine with Ram Air option, that didn't boost the horsepower, but reached its peak performance at a higher RPM. Midyear, this would be replaced by a Ram Air II that did increase the horsepower to 340-hp. The 400 V8s came with heavy duty parts and stiffer suspension for maximum street racing handling. But for average drivers looking for a little kick behind the wheel, the Sprint I6 produced an adequately satisfying sporty feel.
I'm looking at possibly buying a 1968 firebird but want to check the authenticity of the car (VIN and Cowl tag). VIN - 223378L104637 Cowl tag - there is the following stamped above the BODY, what does that mean? E435
My 1968 Firebird came (to me) with a 4 barrel carburetor that had been removed and installed was a Edelbrock. I would like to find out if this makes it a H.O or if someone possibly added the 4 barrel later. Are there any numbers on the block or somewhere else that can tell me for sure if it is in fact an H.O? Thanks in advance.
Trying to find a new water pump - online search - can't seem to find one for 6cyl... anyone know really good place to search ? OHC straight6 (250ci), 1bbl carburetor, rated at 175bhp part # = (I think) OE 97884280
Car started last weekend with new battery after sitting for a couple of years. Today it is turning over like a champ but will not start. Does not smell flooded. Anu ideas what could have gone wrong? Any ideas of things to check?
68 firebird with a 350 Chevy engine and 350 Chevy transmission. They were rebuild 10 years ago I drive the car about 100 miles per year max. Custom interior sound system with bluetooth, wheels 15x10 runs strong, I'm just looking to work in a different project.
