Johnny Lightning 1978 Pontiac Firebird - Firebird Series - New Casting

Capturing the quintessential street-machine era of late-second-generation F-bodies, this 1978 Pontiac Firebird was released as an officially licensed Cragar wheel partnership in Johnny Lightning's dedicated Firebird Series. Bearing the Limited Edition "New Casting" oval crest, this release is finished in brilliant Sterling Silver metalflake featuring the iconic charcoal and red "Screaming Chicken" hood bird graphic and side Trans Am script. Engineered with Playing Mantis collector-grade execution, it boasts a diecast metal body, heavyweight metal chassis, an opening shaker hood over a detailed 400 ci Pontiac V8, dark interior, and authentic Cragar S/S chrome mag wheels wrapped in white-letter Real Wheels rubber tires.  

The Collector's Edge:

Brand: Johnny Lightning (Playing Mantis)  

Series: Firebird Series – Officially Authorized Cragar Exclusive License (Release #435-02)  

Vehicle: 1978 Pontiac Firebird (Item #435-02)  

Scale: 1:64

Features: Limited Edition "New Casting" debut; officially licensed Cragar release; diecast metal body with metal chassis; metallic silver finish with classic hood bird decal; opening shaker hood with detailed Pontiac V8 powerplant; black interior; Real Wheels series white-letter radial rubber tires mounted on authentic chrome Cragar S/S mag wheels; includes matching real-car collector photo card insert behind the vehicle  

Packaging: Original 2004 factory-sealed blister card featuring the stylized Firebird emblem, Cragar license banner, and "New Casting" crest  

Condition & Packaging:

Brand new and factory-sealed on card. The blister is crystal clear, firmly adhered to the card backer, and shows no cracking or dents; the card displays rich red color and sharp corners with minimal shelf wear consistent with age and storage. Your item will be handled and shipped utilizing The Hot Ones Diecast's signature bulletproof packaging to ensure it arrives safely and securely protected.