The Firebird II, which was a highlight of General Motor's 1956 Motorama, is the family firebird. A four-seater with a titanium body, the Firebird II features a 200-horsepower Whirlfire GT-304 gas turbine engine, all-power accessories and a fully integrated air conditioning system, similar to current systems found in cars today. The Firebird II was GM's attempt to make a luxury turbine powered vehicle with acceptable performance and fuel economy.
1956 GMC Firebird II
Year 1956
Make GMC
Model Firebird II
Engine Location Rear
Body Material Titanium
Engine
Engine Whirlfire GT-304 gas turbine engine
Aspiration/Induction Normal
Horsepower 200.00 HP (147.2 KW)
