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1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula

1 Owner Vehicle  | Original Interior  | New Exhaust

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Firebird
VIN:
2U87L8L133665
Lot Number:
23034080
Odometer:
101,000
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.7L V8
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RWD
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Black/Gold
Interior Color:
Black
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Vehicle Location:
Valparaiso
Indiana
  • 1978 MY Pontiac Firebird Formula
  • Current owner reports all original interior
  • Current owner reports new exhaust
  • Current owner reports new shocks
  • Current owner reports new gaskets
  • Current owner reports new oil pan
  • Current owner reports new alternator
  • Current owner reports new tires
  • Current owner reports recent oil change
  • Current owner reports new heater core
  • Current owner reports new hoses
  • Current owner reports new upper and lower radiator hoses
  • Current owner reports new alternator
  • Current owner reports new plugs
  • Current owner reports new cap
  • Current owner reports new rotor
  • Current owner reports new filters
  • Current owner reports new rear main seal
  • Current owner reports new pipes
  • Current owner reports new catalytic converter
  • Current owner reports new muffler
  • Current owner reports new fuel pump
  • Current owner reports new battery
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Background Story of this 1978 Pontiac Firebird

Overview of 1978 Pontiac Firebird For Sale by Owner

The Chevy Camaro wasn't GM's only shot at the Mustang in 1967. No, the General wanted to fire a double shot, with the second slug being the Pontiac Firebird. The Firebird and the Camaro were closely related, sharing a platform and many components, but they had distinctly different exterior styling. The same trend continued for the second generation, which ran between 1970 and 1981. What we've got here is a nice 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula with 101,000 miles on the odometer; that's a great way to live out your Seventies muscle car fantasies.

Exterior and Interior

Sporting a stunning black and gold color scheme, this 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula appears in wonderful condition for its age. We are told that its Goodyear Eagle ST tires are reportedly new. Just take a few moments to absorb the details, such as the gold stripes with Formula decals down the sides of the doors, the gold hood vent garnishes, the Firebird and Formula badging, the quad headlamps, and the lovely period wheels. Once that's done, it's time to open a frameless door and enter an equally pristine cabin that's reportedly all-original. The aforesaid cabin is a four-seat affair in black, with four seats and plenty of character. Curiously, there's no tachometer on this Firebird, replaced by a clock. A plaque on the instrument cluster informs us that the car sports Radial Tuned Suspension. Looking further, you'll find air conditioning and a Delco push-button radio with a tape player. Another interesting curio is the presence of a car phone that was likely installed later in this car's life since you didn't have car phones in 1978, certainly not on a Firebird. There's also a cigarette lighter, which is better used as a 12v power port nowadays since it would be sacrilegious to smoke in the pristine cabin of such a car.

Engine

This 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula sports a 350ci (5.7L) V8 that was said to put out 170hp when new. On this particular car, it's sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic gearbox. The current seller says that the car has received a new exhaust, shocks, gaskets, oil pan, and alternator, plus a recent oil change.

1978 MY Pontiac Firebird Formula Current owner reports all original interior Current owner reports new exhaust Current owner reports new shocks Current owner reports new gaskets Current owner reports new oil pan Current owner reports new alternator Current owner reports new tires Current owner reports recent oil change

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2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM Convertible Collector's Edition

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PENDING SALE
$34,999
SOLD

What makes a car collectible? Rarity is most definitely not the key factor that determines collectibility; the car also needs to have appeal. While most collector cars grace polished floors with no miles clocked, one needs to understand that, after all, they are machines that require mobility and deliver smiles per gallon to their custodians. Present today is a collectible classic that is also a treat to drive and takes shape with this 2002 Pontiac Firebird Collector's Edition. With just over 2,000 examples made, this is all-American muscle you don't often see grace the interwebs and can be yours today.

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2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

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$34,500
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By 2001, the fourth-generation F-body platform was nearing the end of its production run, and cars like this represented the final chapter of Pontiac’s classic rear-wheel-drive muscle era. This 2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula Coupe comes equipped with the desirable WS6 Ram Air Performance & Handling Package and shows under 13,000 miles, placing it in exceptionally preserved territory for a 25-year-old performance car. With its aggressive Trans Am appearance conversion, functional Ram Air hood, and legendary LS1 powerplant, this example delivers the raw, analog driving experience enthusiasts crave—without modern electronic interference. Low-mileage LS1 cars are becoming increasingly difficult to find in this condition, making this one particularly appealing to collectors and drivers alike.

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1969 Pontiac Firebird

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PENDING SALE
$29,995
SOLD

Introduced in 1967 along with its sibling the Chevy Camaro, Pontiac’s Firebird is one of those epic pony cars that, although it isn’t around anymore, you can be sure to find someone who knows about it wherever you go. The Firebird was prominently featured in Smokey And The Bandit, as well as Knight Rider, and as a result, has a cult following that extends beyond mere petrolhead circles. Today, we have a fine first-generation 1969 Pontiac Firebird for grabs in our inventory. This Lawton-based car has driven just over 70,000 miles in its life so far, and has reportedly been repainted in Hunter Green. It also boasts a redone interior, making it a nice classic car to acquire and enjoy straight away.

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2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM Convertible Collector's Edition

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$34,999

What makes a car collectible? Rarity is most definitely not the key factor that determines collectibility; the car also needs to have appeal. While most collector cars grace polished floors with no miles clocked, one needs to understand that, after all, they are machines that require mobility and deliver smiles per gallon to their custodians. Present today is a collectible classic that is also a treat to drive and takes shape with this 2002 Pontiac Firebird Collector's Edition. With just over 2,000 examples made, this is all-American muscle you don't often see grace the interwebs and can be yours today.

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2004 Pontiac GTO

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PENDING SALE
$16,999

The Pontiac GTO, one of the last hurrahs for the iconic Pontiac brand before General Motors shelved them in 2010. In the Sixties and Seventies, the GTO was a performance icon, one of the signature muscle cars of the time. However, by the Malaise Era, the GTO had to be retired…but only for a couple of decades. You see, in the Two Thousands, General Motors’ Australian subsidiary Holden was making a fine two-door sports car called the Monaro. It had all the requisite characteristics such as a 350ci V8 and suitably alluring looks. So, GM figured that they might as well import the Monaro into the United States, make a few tweaks, and call it the GTO. So yes, this 2004 Pontiac GTO for sale in Conway, Arkansas actually started life in Adelaide, Australia before being shipped Stateside and sold through Pontiac. It’s a 6-speed manual car that’s received a Lingenfelter Performance Engineering tune, plus several nice upgrades. With just 55,500 miles on the clock and plenty of features to make it suitable for daily driving, this could be your modern muscle car fix right here.

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2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$34,500

By 2001, the fourth-generation F-body platform was nearing the end of its production run, and cars like this represented the final chapter of Pontiac’s classic rear-wheel-drive muscle era. This 2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula Coupe comes equipped with the desirable WS6 Ram Air Performance & Handling Package and shows under 13,000 miles, placing it in exceptionally preserved territory for a 25-year-old performance car. With its aggressive Trans Am appearance conversion, functional Ram Air hood, and legendary LS1 powerplant, this example delivers the raw, analog driving experience enthusiasts crave—without modern electronic interference. Low-mileage LS1 cars are becoming increasingly difficult to find in this condition, making this one particularly appealing to collectors and drivers alike.

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1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$59,974

Muscle car ownership can never be replicated, more specifically, the type of experience a classic American car has to offer. Present today is a classic American muscle that has been done to absolute perfection and takes shape with this lovely 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu. This clean classic is reported to include documentation with its sale and is the best way to experience the good old days of power and good looks.

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1990 Nissan Skyline GT-R

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$62,999

Here’s a chance that’s not very likely to come every day. This 1990 Nissan Skyline GT-R could be yours if you’d like to own one of the Eighties and Nineties JDM cult heroes that most petrolheads lust after in their dreams. This heavily-modified car packs an RB26 single-turbo built motor, a sleek black outlook and 62,148 miles on the clock. Coming from the fine R32 generation, it’s also got a very distinctive shape to its two-door coupe body. Don’t worry about this car being right-hand drive; you’ll quicky get used to it.

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1965 Ford Mustang

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$24,999

Now here’s one for those who seek a classic Mustang in cruiser style. This beautifully restored 1965 Ford Mustang Hardtop comes to you from Hot Springs Village, in all its Wimbledon White glory. The vehicle has got over 120,000 miles on its 200ci straight six, and features a 3-speed automatic transmission as well. This makes it great for those who can’t drive stick, or haven’t done so in a long time. We’re told that the car drives exceptional, with no rust, plus everything on the vehicle is fully functional. With over 550,000 Mustangs sold in 1965, finding one isn’t hard, but finding one in great shape like this is rather less conducive. So if you want to get this car for yourself, don’t waste any time in contacting our team.

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