Previous owner said it was matching but I didn't bother to check. Ive wanted a firebird so i got what i wanted. Its my car I dont care about how the value will be changed depending on what i want to do to it because I dont plan on getting rid of it I want it to be how I want so I can be happy and I don't like the camaro look thats why I didnt buy a camaro. Thank you to the people that have answered my question about the hood clearance. With the amount of money im going to put into the car it wouldnt even be possible to get it back out if i sell it but thats ok because its going to be how i want not how everyone else thinks it should be. I spoke with engine factory and i might go with 502 or their 540 instead but not sure yet. Overal plan: hedits front subframe, hedits independent rear suspension,keisler 6speed,other than completely redoing the interior to like new. Im going to keep the same color paint but debating wether or not to keep the vinyl top thanks guys i will let u know how it goes as i progress!