Page A-7 — Firebird Interior Features – First Generation Firebird (1967, 1968, 1969)

An enhanced reproduction of the original Pontiac Sales Manual used in 1968 showrooms which described all the equipment that was available on the Firebird. This album has become a rare and valuable resource.

1968 Pontiac Sales Manual

(For detailed identification of instrument panel components, refer to page Q-11 in the body sub-section)

Firebird Interior Features

Instrument Panel:
°	Firebird’s sports-styled instrument panel conveniently recesses instruments and telltale lights in two round bezels.
°	Newly designed lens and block-type lettering provide easy reading of instruments.
°	Instruments illuminated with new, soft blue light for appeal and converience.
°	New sports-type speedometer features accurate, full-range indication.
°	Bright chrome instrument panel control knobs and bezels are clearly labeled for easy identification.
°	Heater controls, ashtray and optional radio controls are centrally located in an attractive burl wood grained trim plate, framed with bright metal molding.
°	New, larger instrument panel pad has thick leading edge.
°	New air outlets at instrument panel ends provide upper level ventilation.
°	Instrument panel courtesy lamp, ashtray lamp and glove box lamp are standard.
°	Inside day-night mirror with deflecting base.
°	Exclusive “Firebird” emblem decorates the glove compartment door.


Interior Trim:
°	Firebird interiors boast comfort-contoured, slimline Strato-bucket front seats. Strato-bench front seat is available as an extra-cost option on hardtop coupe only.
°	Seat cushions and backs are finished in all expanded Morrokide and enhanced with attractive dielectric embossing.
°	Thick, nylon-blend, loop-pile carpeting covers the entire floor area.
°	Carpeting lower trim pads on doors are color-keyed to match floor area.
°	Upper door and rear quarter panels are finished in padded vinyl trim.
°	Durable, easy-to-clean, vinyl-coated headlining is standard in the hardtop coupe.
°	Newly designed front and rear armrests are standard, with rear armrests containing intergral ashtrays.