One of the contestants smiles...
One of the contestants smiles as a Barris employee drives the Superteen Firebird during a public relations and appearance tour for Sounds of '68. According to Barris, "The Superteen Firebird drew crowds of all ages, no matter where it went, from young kids and teens to parents and grandparents."
Sounds of '68 advertised in...
Sounds of '68 advertised in Robert E. Petersen's print publications such as Hot Rod magazine.
Superteen Firebird Amenities
Hood with full-length air scoops Custom hood tach housing Front body split bumperettes "Hawk's nose"-style front fascia Custom headlight assemblies/grilles with Cibie-type headlights Frontal area of the fenders bobbed and canted Brake cooling ducts High-performance three-piece adjustable rear spoiler Full sequential taillights Hurst mag wheels Firestone GT F70x14 tires Custom exhaust with non-functional side pipes Racing-style quick-release gas cap Rear body split bumperettes Silver Metallic Flake custom paint with cut glass for a "shimmering" look Custom vinyl graphics package Singer home entertainment unit cabinetry finished in hand-rubbed walnut replaced the lower portion of the rear seat and included portable AC/DC television with mobile antenna, typewriter, stereo/record player, Muntz tape recorder and playback system and stereo tape deck cartridge music system, stereo speakers and storage system.