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'67 Firebird - Kustom Krusader

Firebird Interior
Singer was the biggest sponsor... 
   
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Firebird Interior
Singer was the biggest sponsor of Sounds of '68 and it gave the company the opportunity to show off its high-tech home entertainment offerings including portable AC/DC TV, typewriter, and stereo speakers. The reel-to-reel tape deck is from Muntz, and the storage unit is custom-made from hand-rubbed walnut wood.
Firebird Back Lights
Those aren't Martian antennae.... 
   
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Firebird Back Lights
Those aren't Martian antennae. It's a TV antenna to bring in reception on the Singer TV (presumably while you were parked). Check out the three-piece adjustable rear spoiler and racing-style gas cap. The retail value of the Superteen Firebird in 1968 was $12,000.
Firebird Back View
The Bird featured brake cooling... 
   
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Firebird Back View
The Bird featured brake cooling ducts, non-functional side pipes and split rear bumperettes.
Firebird Headlights
The custom nose assembly was... 
   
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Firebird Headlights
The custom nose assembly was designed and built by George Barris at Barris Kustom City. Check out the French-made Cibie headlights. According to Barris, these ultra-rare headlights were difficult to source.

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