By Shawn Henry 
A fresh classic car sweepstakes has launched, and this one delivers pure late-’60s muscle. One lucky entrant will take home a 1969 Pontiac Firebird in Champagne Gold Metallic, plus $5,000 in cash—and our readers get 50% more entries just for being here.
After the buzz of the previous giveaway, where a 1965 Mustang Convertible found a new home, the spotlight shifts to Pontiac’s first-generation Firebird. Sleek, stylish, and unmistakably tied to the golden age of American performance, this ’69 model is ready for its next chapter.
The grand prize car stays true to the Firebird formula: a 350 cubic-inch V8, TH350 automatic transmission, dual exhaust, front power disc brakes, and power steering. It’s built to be driven, not hidden away. The tan bucket-seat interior keeps its factory character intact, and the original A/C system has been updated to R134A, making it comfortable for real-world cruising. The stance is finished with 17-inch Yokohama tires mounted to American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels, offering a clean period-inspired look with modern grip.
Along with the car, the winner receives $5,000 cash, making it easier to handle taxes, transport, or a first round of upgrades. If you’re the all-cash type, you can opt for a $25,000 cash payout instead of taking the Firebird.
Your entry doesn’t just put you in the running—it supports the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF), which assists families in the automotive industry facing sudden hardship. This is a chance to win something special while supporting a meaningful cause.
There’s more: Tire Rack and Yokohama have stepped in with a custom wheel and tire package, plus four Tire & Wheel Storage Totes so the original PMD Rally II wheels and raised-white-letter tires stay protected.
If you’ve ever pictured yourself behind the wheel of a first-generation Firebird, now’s the moment to take the driver’s seat. Those bonus entries for readers make this the ideal time to enter.
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