Nice design.


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Thanks for the comments guys and thanks for getting me involved Troy.

It was a fun project, not only because I love Firebirds but a 69 in particular was always a design I cringe over. TJ pointed out that puzzling expansion joint between the nose and fender, but as far as I'm concerned the entire nose needed an overhaul. It's way too busy with holes and lights and huge parting line gaps. And Pontiac rear bumpers are basically just a not-as-streamlined version of a Camaro...too clunky and "hung on".

There were some other concepts but this was the one that we felt worked best on this project. One looked like a progression from a 68 to a 70 and another had more of a 70 GTO feel to it. I look at a 69 and just say, "Where did that design come from? It's like the entire GM design team worked on the 69 Camaro and the Firebird was a total afterthought. Sure, let's just take what the Camaro has and double it.....

It's going to be very fun to follow this build! Lots of hand built parts....can't wait to see pics as things progress!! :yes:

I love the front end and rear end design! Should be a great looking car and a fun project!

Got the car back from media blasting and this is how she looks... also got a pallet load of parts from detroit speed

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d3..._4809234_n.jpg
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Nice design Ben.

Looking good.

I have to agree the nose is SPOT on! Nice work. I cannot wait to see this thing come together.

Chris

Looks like it could slightly resemble one of my other favorite cars....not a bad thing at all.

http://mcar.ru/news/i/1970-Plymouth-...colas_Cage.jpg

Good looking design, You guys have a great build going!!