Pontiac’s Firebird would jump into action in 1967 along with Chevy’s new Camaro. For the cars’ first generation (1967-69), they would collectively outsell the Ford Mustang by some 30,000 automobiles. And that included an extended production year in 1969… more»
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Apr 15, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
One Family Owned: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
In 1979, Pontiac offered the Firebird in several different models ranging from the base Firebird up to the Trans Am. In between those extremes was the more sedate Esprit and the performance-oriented Formula. I have owned several 1979 Formulas… more»
Apr 9, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Pure Gold: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400
Hiding under this cover is a 1967 Pontiac Firebird that is achingly beautiful. It is the sort of car that would appeal to the person seeking a turn-key classic that needs nothing. What makes it even more tempting is… more»
Apr 4, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
81k Original Miles: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula
While it might not be perfect, this 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula is a rust-free survivor with a genuine 81,000 miles on the clock. Lifting this classic from its current state to its stunning best would not be a difficult… more»
Apr 4, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Custom Paint: 1969 Pontiac Firebird
General Motors joined the “pony car” war in 1967 that Ford had started two years earlier. The Chevy Camaro was positioned to compete against the Mustang while the Pontiac Firebird was more upscale like the Mercury Cougar, that was… more»
Apr 1, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Early Hurst Hatch: 1977 Pontiac Firebird
We see a lot of Trans Ams and a few Formulas but rarely do we get a chance to look at the clean lines of the base Firebird. This 1977 Pontiac Firebird is located in Southhampton, Pennsylvania and is… more»
Mar 29, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rockford Style: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
I always thought James Garner looked cool driving around in his 1974 Pontiac Firebird. Of course, Rockford’s car was gold but the clean lines of the 2nd Generation of the Pontiac Firebird carried through all the way to 1981…. more»
Mar 23, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Red Bird
Pontiac was on top of their game in 1979 and sold more Firebirds that any other year with sales exceeding 211,000 cars. While most people paid attention to the Trans Am and Formula. Pontiac also offered special versions of… more»
Mar 16, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare 4 Speed: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am 455
Fuel prices and insurance costs were rising but Pontiac was still producing large cubic inch V8 performance cars in 1973. This is an example of a 1973 Pontiac Trans Am that left the factory with a Y code 455… more»
Mar 8, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Extinct Bird: 1980 Pontiac Yellow Bird
You don’t have to travel to the Galapagos Islands to find extinct birds. You can go to Billings, Montana to look at this 1980 Pontiac Yellow Bird. The Yellow Bird was part of a run of models of the… more»
Mar 4, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
4 Speed Project: 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
This 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350 looks pretty good in its black paint and aggressive hood scoops. It is located in Champaign, Illinois and has some rust issues but would be a great car to get back on the… more»
Feb 15, 2021 • For Sale • 28 Comments
No Reserve: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
It isn’t clear how long this 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible has been sitting idle, but the amount of accumulated leaf litter and debris inside would suggest that it has been a while. The owner would like to see someone… more»
Feb 10, 2021 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Lime Green Project: 1971 Pontiac Firebird
UPDATE 2/10/2021 – It appears that this Firebird didn’t end up selling and has been relisted here on eBay. This time, the seller is offering it with a BIN of $4,000 and the option to make an offer. Will… more»
Feb 6, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Original 400: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
It would be easy to give this 1968 Firebird Convertible little more than a passing glance due to its shabby appearance. However, that would be doing the car an injustice because this is a project car loaded with positive… more»
Feb 6, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
21k Original Miles: 1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula
This 1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula proves that you don’t have to spend a million dollars to get your hands on a low-mileage classic that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It will cost you a whole lot less… more»
Jan 27, 2021 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Free Bird Edition? 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
I may have bitten off more than I can chew with this one. The seller has this 1978 Pontiac Trans Am listed as a special edition model called the “Free Bird,” a model designation I can find zero evidence… more»
