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May 5, 2015

1967 PONTIAC FIREBIRD

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Built in 2010 by Maurer’s Hot Rods in Fairbury, Illinois, and known as “The Essence of 1967,” it has become symbolic of builder Derrick Maurer’s commitment to excellence, a commitment that shows in even the tiniest details. This rolling work of art began with reworking the Firebird’s sheet metal with new quarters that were modified with custom louver inserts. Mini-tubs were added to accommodate the massive 20-inch rear wheels and Nitto tires, mounts for the four-link rear suspension were molded in to the unibody and the rocker panels were dropped 2½ inches to accept molded side-exhaust exits. Maurer also skillfully reworked the front and rear ends, smoothing the lower front air dam, adding halogen headlights and a custom stainless mesh grille up front and reshaping the rear valence and deck.

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HIGHLIGHTS

– Known as The Essence of 1967
– Multiple award winner including ISCA and Goodguys
– Built in 2010 by Maurer Hot Rods of Fairbury, Illinois
– Chrome plating by Advanced Plating in Nashville, Tennessee
– Cross member and 4-link molded into the unibody
– Side rocker panels lowered 2 1/2 inches
– Side exhaust molded into underside
– Filled and smoothed cowl vents
– Sculpted rear spoiler
– Custom stainless grille
– Smoothed engine compartment
– 450 HP LS2 engine
– Typhoon manifold, headers and custom programming
– 4L65E automatic transmission
– Strange Ford 9 inch rear end
– Moser 33 spline axles
– Modified Heidts Pro-G subframe
– Air Ride Shockwave suspension
– Wilwood brakes
– Coil packs relocated behind firewall
– Two-tone PPG Copper and GM Cashmere
– Custom fabricated dash, console and seats
– Staggered 18 and 20 inch Intro wheels
– Nitto tires

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