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«Somehow, and this is a theory of mine, a car design, like any work of art, embodies the feelings and emotions of the designers who create it. When the chemistry of talent, experience, intelligence, and enthusiasm all come together at the right time, the car begins to take on a life of its own and emits certain vibes. Some designs are like fads — their vibes are transient, but others continue to have appeal over a long period of time and become classics.»

William Lee “Bill” Porter Jr. (1937–2025)

Pontiac Firebird History - Designing A Legend: Pontiac Designer Bill Porter's Influence On The Development Of The Second-Gen Firebird, by Rocky Rotella, HOT ROD, Jul 01, 2007.
Photo: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.