History / Originality Got a question about 1982-1992 Camaro or Firebird history? Have a question about original parts, options, RPO codes, when something was available, or how to document your car? Those questions, answers, and much more!

Firebird hoard up for auction

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 08-05-2023, 08:31 AM
  #1  
Supreme Member

Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
 
OrangeBird's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 3,699
Received 668 Likes on 477 Posts
Car: 1989 Firebird
Firebird hoard up for auction

https://www.thedrive.com/news/hoard-...s-up-for-grabs

Although the pics in the article show second gens, the story states firebirds from the 70s through the 90s, so Ill bet there are at least a few third gens in the mix.

" Pontiac lover who recently passed away. His widow is letting go of the cars, many of which were built in the '70s while some are as recent as '90s models."


Edited to add, I watched the linked video and saw three third gens, although I wouldn't be surprised if there were more.....

Last edited by OrangeBird; 08-05-2023 at 08:48 AM.
Old 08-05-2023, 02:56 PM
  #2  
Supreme Member
 
LiquidBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 1,911
Received 176 Likes on 135 Posts
Car: 90 Formula / T-tops
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: MD8
Re: Firebird hoard up for auction

I got an email from some entity concerning this. They showed a 2nd gen near a big barn, so I assumed they were all inside. but the photo you linked looks like there is a lot of Birds let out in the elements. non-the-less, 50 is a big number!
The following users liked this post:
OrangeBird (08-05-2023)
Old 08-05-2023, 03:28 PM
  #3  
JT
Community Administrator

iTrader: (1)
 
JT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Posts: 8,186
Likes: 0
Received 260 Likes on 186 Posts
Re: Firebird hoard up for auction

There is an online article on Des Moines Register about the auction. It includes a picture that shows a ThirdGen sitting outside (left of the tree):
The following 2 users liked this post by JT:
LiquidBlue (08-06-2023), OrangeBird (08-05-2023)
Old 08-09-2023, 07:48 AM
  #4  
Member

iTrader: (3)
 
firebirdta84's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: USA
Posts: 256
Likes: 0
Received 13 Likes on 8 Posts
Car: 84 Trans Am
Engine: V8 305 4bbl
Transmission: Auto
Re: Firebird hoard up for auction

My buddy was there. They had I think 4 or 5 early thirdgens. He bought an 82 T/A roller and a fairly nice 83 Firebird SE.
The following users liked this post:
OrangeBird (08-09-2023)
Old 08-09-2023, 12:42 PM
  #5  
Member

 
90 GTA Black's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2003
Posts: 218
Received 5 Likes on 3 Posts
Re: Firebird hoard up for auction

Some cars brought stupid prices notably the 70-73 Trans Ams and 80/81 Indy and Nascar Trans Ams while others went for ok prices. For example, the rusty non running 70 TA went for 35k plus 9% while a restored 70 TA sold on eBay for 48k the next day. Others went for what you would expect +/-
The following users liked this post:
OrangeBird (08-11-2023)
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
alan91z28
Auto Detailing and Appearance
6
04-14-2022 01:51 PM
LiquidBlue
History / Originality
2
02-12-2019 01:53 AM
CamKid1992
Firebirds for Sale
2
05-13-2010 10:27 PM
david068513
History / Originality
5
01-18-2010 10:40 PM
greennightrider
Members Firebirds
1
07-29-2008 07:55 PM



Quick Reply: Firebird hoard up for auction



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:24 AM.