We’ve recently seen a few low-mileage classics at Barn Finds, and this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula is up with the best. Although it rolled out of the factory in Norwood, Ohio, it is a Canadian-delivered car. That means that… more»
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Nov 19, 2022 • Stories • 21 Comments
Nautilus Blue 4 Speed: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Even before John DeLorean took over Pontiac as its general manager, the Pontiac Motor Division sought to stand out by offering something special to the car enthusiast. Pontiac didn’t produce the most cars and not every car was a… more»
Nov 2, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Ram Air Muscle! 1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Excitement over the Firebird was still flying high at Pontiac in 1971, with the company offering four different models of the car that year including the base Firebird, the more luxurious Esprit, the sporty Formula, and the top of… more»
Sep 22, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
4 Speed: 1970 Pontiac Formula 400
The reserve has not been met on this 1970 Pontiac Formula 400. It is equipped with a 4 speed transmission and 12 bolt rear end. This Formula 400 is located in Ogden, Utah and might make a good restoration… more»
Aug 26, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Authentic Find: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400
Pontiac introduced the second generation Firebird in 1970 and it was unlike anything seen in the past. The body style was so popular that it lasted 12 years until 1981. Pontiac offered the Firebird, in several configurations including a… more»
Aug 23, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Only 11K Miles! 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
When it comes to second-gen Pontiac Firebirds, the Trans Am sucks all of the air out of the room – they are popular! That being the case, it’s nice to find a more “restrained” Formula model for sale, especially… more»
Jul 26, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
17 Years In Storage: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
When the 1979 Pontiac Firebird came around, I remember some of my car-crazy classmates in high school saying they didn’t like the new sleeker front end quite as much as the previous year’s model. Oddly, I can remember lots… more»
Jul 11, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Low Production: 1981 Pontiac Turbo Formula
Why is this 1981 Pontiac Turbo Formula sitting so high in the front end? Well, when I first saw it, I thought it was taking off but, no, the engine has been pulled and is sitting in a garage…. more»
Jul 5, 2022 • For Sale • 2 Comments
WS6 Equipped: 1979 Pontiac Formula
Pontiac introduced the WS6 Performance Handling Package in 1978. It was improved in 1979 with the addition of 4 wheel disc brakes. Car and Driver named the 1979 Trans Am equipped with WS6 the best handling American made car…. more»
Jul 2, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Strong Like A Bull: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1978 Pontiac Formula is located in Houston, Texas. The seller says that the engine was just rebuilt and it is “Strong Like a Bull.” That makes me want to go test drive it! The car is also said… more»
Jun 8, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Real Deal: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 W66
The Pontiac Firebird got a restyle for 1970, with the buyer having a choice of four different models to pick from, starting with the base Firebird. An Esprit model was available which included a 350 V8, plus you could… more»
Jun 7, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
X-Men Edition: 2000 Pontiac Firehawk
From 1991 through 2002, Pontiac joined forces with SLP Engineering to create limited performance editions of their Firebirds. Dubbed the Firehawk, they were initially based on the Formula models, but the Trans-Am was added later. This 2000 edition of… more»
Jun 1, 2022 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Transplant 400 V8: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac introduced its Firebird Formula model in 1970 which was one year after the introduction of the Pontiac Trans Am in 1969. The Formula was unique in that it had two forward facing hood scoops versus the Trans Am… more»
May 10, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Sunstorm Yellow: 1975 Pontiac Formula 400
This 1975 Pontiac Formula 400 is located in Salado, Texas which is half way between Waco and Austin in Central Texas. The car is listed for sale here on Craigslist for $17,500. The Pontiac Firebird was offered in different… more»
May 7, 2022 • For Sale • 2 Comments
4 Speed: 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Many thanks to Pat L. for sending us this 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula. While the Trans Am gets most of the attention, the Pontiac Formula was a trim model introduced in 1970 that could be equipped with the same… more»
May 1, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
5.0-Liter 4-Speed: 1981 Pontiac Formula
The last year for the second generation of the Pontiac Firebird line was 1981. Pontiac offered the base Firebird, Esprit, Formula, and Trans Am as the different models. This 1981 Pontiac Firebird Formula is said to be one of… more»
