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1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula

1 Owner Vehicle  | Original Interior  | New Exhaust

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Builder:
Firebird
VIN:
2U87L8L133665
Lot Number:
23034080
Odometer:
101,000
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.7L V8
Drive Type:
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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1969 Pontiac Firebird

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PENDING SALE
$34,995
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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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1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

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$44,999
SOLD

Pontiac’s Firebird is an iconic car. It was made between 1967 and 2002 across four generations, and the sister car of Chevy’s Camaro. Notably, the second and third generations of Firebird had significant screen presences, in the shape of featuring prominently on Smokey and the Bandit (second generation), as well as Knight Rider (third generation). It’s no surprise, given that the second-generation’s muscular and pumped-up looks lent itself well to star alongside Burt Reynolds, while the third generation’s sleek computer-graphics esque design was perfect to be the car of the future – talking and all. Today, we’ve got a nice second-generation 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am for sale from The Villages, Florida. This machine has got the Oldsmobile 403ci V8 under the hood, and rolls on a set of aftermarket Snowflake wheels. We’re also informed that the interior has been reupholstered.

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1976 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 50th Anniversary Edition

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PENDING SALE
$74,999
SOLD

The Pontiac Firebird, introduced In 1967 alongside its sister car the Chevy Camaro is one of the most well-known pony cars of its time. Directly targeted at Ford’s Mustang, the Firebird gained fame in two major TV series of the Seventies and Eighties, namely Smokey and the Bandit, and Knight Rider. That’s why even today it’s a cult classic and a desirable car despite the fact that Firebirds stopped being made in 2002. Here, we’ve got a nice second-generation 1976 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 50th Anniversary Edition for sale from Georgia. With under 17,000 miles to its name, it’s an exclusive 50th Anniversary Edition, of which a mere 2,590 cars were produced. The 50th Anniversary celebration refers to Pontiac turning 50 in 1976, and this car comes with exclusive gold elements, a 400ci V8 and a few other neat things over a regular Firebird. Plus, the car’s service records and build sheets are available too.

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1969 Pontiac GTO

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PENDING SALE
$41,500

If you ever go down the memory lane of the most popular Muscle cars ever built, you might find that the Pontiac GTO is often considered the first true muscle car. Fun fact, GTO stands for “Gran Turismo Omologato”, Italian for homologated for racing. This abbreviation is directly borrowed from the Ferrari 250 GTO. What we have here is a 1969 Pontiac GTO, which belongs to the second generation of its legendary lineup. Nowadays, this model is highly sought after by classic car collectors. This stunning example carries 25976 miles on its odometer and is currently located in North Las Vegas, Nevada. If you are looking to turn heads with pure classic car power, this is the perfect car for you.

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2006 Pontiac GTO

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PENDING SALE
$37,499

​ The mention of the Pontiac GTO is enough to make one think of the '60s muscle legend and Hollywood star. While the GTO moniker is best represented by its '60s offering, there is another muscle car that donned the same name that at times, can be overlooked. Present today is the Pontiac GTO marque and its muscular personality, but way younger, taking shape with this 2006 Pontiac GTO. With a reported 28,999 miles on its clock, this all-original example is a rare bird in the world of American muscle and is reported to come with its owner's manual, window sticker, and a whole lot of tail-happy memories if you choose to take ownership.

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1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible Restomod

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PENDING SALE
$115,000

Pontiac’s fine GTO is a testament towards fighting a corporate injustice. When GM banned their auto divisions from competing in racing due to some irrational reason, the petrolheads inside the brands were livid. Three gentlemen, namely John Z. DeLorean, Bill Collins and Russ Gee didn’t fight, though. Instead, they came up with a cunning plan. They’d create a model that was basically a thinly-veiled racer, disguised as a production car. Then, they’d sell it to customers who knew what to do with it. Hence, the GTO was born in 1964, with a name inspired by Ferrari’s legendary 250 GTO, a Tempest-based platform, and of course, big V8 power. Today, we have a nice first-generation 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible Restomod for sale from Wichita Falls, Texas. The current owner says that it’s a great car and enjoyable to drive. It’s also been taken to over thirty car shows in a mere three years!

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1961 Chevrolet Impala Restomod LS1

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$64,999

The 1961 Chevrolet Impala is one of the most recognizable early-60s American coupes, known for its sweeping side trim, quad headlights, and jet-age design language. This example has been transformed into an LS-swapped restomod while retaining much of its original character inside and out. Finished in green with a white interior, the car features a recently installed LS1 V8 with approximately 94,601 miles on the engine. The firewall has been painted in candy apple red, highlighting the custom drivetrain installation, though the exterior paintwork remains unfinished and the seller has noted a quarter panel issue pending further documentation. Sitting on 22-inch wheels, this Impala blends classic styling with modern performance, presenting as a partially completed project with strong mechanical foundations.

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1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$19,500

Arguably the most popular Mercedes-Benz model in the United States during the Seventies and Eighties, The R107 era of their SL-Class grand tourer saw over 204,000 units find homes. This was during an 18-year production run that spanned 1971 to 1989. Impressive as the figure may be for a luxury car, it’s even more admirable when you consider that just over 300,000 were made in total! In fact, more R107 SLs found homes Stateside than they did in Germany or anywhere else in the world. Today, there’s no shortage of fine examples, thanks to the car’s superb Mercedes-Benz build quality. Hence, this Texas-based 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is a rather sensible purchase to make, even if you have no idea about classic cars. With its 5.6-liter V8, 4-speed automatic gearbox and aftermarket Kenwood stereo unit, it’s a sound choice. Don’t worry about the 142,000 miles on the odometer, these cars are built to go the distance if maintained well.

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1986 Nissan 300ZX

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$16,500

The 80s brought about a massive change in the automotive world; it was a seismic shift in terms of customer taste and what manufacturers brought to the table. While the 70s were a nice era for the car in general, the 80s would transform into a whole lot of synth and digital. The “Z” by Nissan was one of those machines that helped shape the 80s. Feast your eyes on the 80s in motion and get behind the wheel of this 1986 Nissan 300ZX we have today. Hailing from Palm Coast, Florida, and with just 79,035 miles on its clock, this '80s beauty is the perfect weekend drive and even serves as the foundation for a high-performance build.

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