Pontiacs posi i have the phs documentation for this car which includes the original dealer invoice. There is a restoration book for camaros and firebirds out there that doesnt even come close to the level of detail in this book. Car tech ct591 definitive 701281 firebirdtrans am guide book. This 400 powered firebird formula as the last muscle car makes pontiac the alpha and the omega. Firebird is a 2010 picture book written by saviour pirotta illustrated by catherine hyde. This 1967 pontiac firebird 400 convertible is the first year for the legendary nameplate.
Find pontiac firebirds formula for sale on oodle classifieds. Fbody regular models, formula 400 performance models, the super duty trans ams. Introduction of my recently purchased 1971 formula 400 firebird. This is a very tight firebird for the year very little rust. When someone talks about a pontiac ram air numbers ii through iv, theyre talking about a series of limitededition, 400 cubicinch muscle car engines built from 1967 through 1970. I was looking for a car in nice condition that didn. These were also the first firebirds with factory fuel injection, fourspeed automatic transmissions, fivespeed manual transmissions, fourcylinder engines, 16inch wheels, and hatchback bodies. The 1976 pontiac formula firebird had a new appearance package that featured bold formula graphics along door bottoms and rocker panels. Powered by a 400 ci v8 4speed manual transmission finished in buccaneer red black vinyl interior rallye wheels power steering power brakes less than 37,000 actual miles from new. Manufacturer original window stickers included this as a separate package listing the items and one price.
Pontiac firebirds formula for sale used on oodle classifieds. Motor trend magazine, july 73 and roger huntingtons book, american supercar results that are. Whether you are into the first generation of fbody convertibles, formula 400. So youre going to love this for much more than just a lowmileag. This car is a true 400 400 factory yellow optioned car that has been sitting for years.
Some cars arent meant to be practical, and thats the appeal the. Sep 11, 2017 i purchased this formula 400 in the summer of 2017. Pontiac produced many great performance v8s during the 1960s and 1970s. Patrick glenn nichols musclecar barn finds recommended for you.
It combined elements of the firebird 400 and the highperformance sixcylinder pontiac firebird sprint turismo prototype, and rolled into showrooms as a 1969 model year with a 400cubicinch v8. Pontiac firebird transam formula 80s 90s 00s bird keychain new black w black. This fullcolor history chronicles pontiacs firebird and trans am from 1967 to today. Check out this 400 fourspeed 1979 pontiac firebird formula.
Firebird won an aesop accolade from the american folklore society and a best book award from the oppenheim toy portfolio. The first firebird to make something north of 400 horsepower was ok, this ones a. Bought my 1998 trans am convertible from a private party. Because both the 350and 400 cid v8 engines were available this year, the 1971 pontiac firebird formula model lost its 400 suffix. New listing 7781 repair manual fits 7081 pontiac firebird lot of 4 books. The objective of this registry is to document all known 1968 firebird 400 h. Total firebird sales were 48,739 units for the 1970 model year which was better than the number reflects since the firebird had been released during the middle of the model year.
A 1978 pontiac firebird formula 400 went up for auction in arizona. I have always liked the early 2nd gen firebird endura front end and the chrome rear bumper. The pontiac firebird was an american automobile built by pontiac from the 1967 to 2002 model. Oct 02, 2010 tractor trailer salvage yard found hiding a mega muscle car stash duration. The pontiac firebird was built by the pontiac division of general motors between 1967 and 2002.
In a 1968 car and driver comparison test, a firebird 400 ho bested a 390cid javelin, a 390 mustang and 390 cougar, a camaro ss 396, and a 340 barracuda. Many of the components have been serviced or replaced. Formula did not share the baseesprit 350 this year getting a 4 bbl 350 as standard equipment. Nov 15, 2011 in 1970 pontiac was marketing the formula 400 as its mass production performance firebird model of which 7,708 were produced. I am way more interested in the 19701981 information. Jan 01, 2017 pontiac firebird v8 7081 haynes repair manual does not include information specific to turbocharged models.
Firebird, formula restoration rebuild repair manual sa316. Is the 1979 pontiac firebird formula w72 the last muscle. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Get the best deals on pontiac firebird cars when you shop the largest online selection at. I had a 1988 pontiac formula firebird when was a young man, but we live in a city where there are many hills and rearwheel drive is not ideal. Car tech ct591 definitive 701281 firebirdtrans am guide book made by car. One of its best was the 19691970 ram air iii 400 cubicinch v8.
Firebird formula 400 1972 owner page july 11, 2014 ok je commence. Car tech ct530 the definitive 6769 firebirdtrans am guide book made by car tech. A short history of the pontiac firebird haynes manuals. This book tells the entire story of these immensely popular cars, whether you are into the second generation of fbody regular models, formula 400 performance. Car tech ct570 ed iskenderian and history of hot rodding book. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Not only was the poncho quickest of the bunch, but its engine was the smoothest and its handling the friendliest. The fabulous firebird, pontiac firebird history book. No big stripes or billboard graphics advertise the firebird 400, the top bird for 1967 and 1968. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1978 pontiac firebird classics for sale near you.
This is the last of the true musclecars of the era. The second generation of the popular gm fbody was an instant success and the firebird formula quickly developed a loyal following of performance enthusiasts. Car tech ct530 the definitive 6769 firebirdtrans am guide book. The legendary pontiac ram air 400cubicinch engines liveabout. Pontiac firebird the pontiac firebird was a muscle car from pontiac division of general motors and introduced in 1967. It was published by templar publishing in the united kingdom and by candlewick press in the united states. The car is featured in two restoration books and on the cover of joe moores restoration guide book see pictures. Next up was the espirit, which featured the pontiac 350 v8 rated at 255 bhp. This coincided with the release of the 1967 mercury cougar, which shared its platform with another pony car, the ford mustang. May 31, 2018 what sets this engine apart in the history books is the factoryinstalled highperformance ram air systems.
While the trans am gets a lot of credit for being pontiacs powerhouse of the muscle car era, you didnt need a screaming chicken decal, wheel spats, or air extractors to have a fast pmd product all you needed was a formula 400. It is an excellent addition to any pony car, muscle car, or any enthusiasts library. The firebird hit the market as a response to the ford mustang and mercury cougar. A guide to the iconic pontiac ram air 400cubicinch engine. Esprits power trains were now identical to the base firebird with the standard l22 6 cylinder engine with the only option being the l30 350 2bbl. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access.
Gateway classic cars of las vegas is pleased to present this amazing piece of american muscle history. There were only 1750 of these made with a 400 and 4speed. There are 18 classic pontiac firebird formulas for sale today on. Thats why its exciting to find an early example with a low vin production number. Only the firebird and transam were carried over from 1969 to 1970, new for the second generation were the firebird espirit replacing the sprint and the firebird formula. Pontiac firebird, the autobiography by marc cranswick standard catalog of firebird 1967 2002 by john gunnell firebird and trans am muscle portfolio 19731981 by brooklands books catalog of firebird id numbers 19671993 by cars and parts pontiac firebird 1967200 photo history by george w. A little rough around the edges, but solid and original, this is a nice enough example of a muscle car survivor. Whether it be replacement firebird trans am parts, restoration quality firebird trans am parts, or concours quality firebird trans am restoration parts. The 1970 pontiac line up was composed of the base firebird with 250 cid six, the mid range, 350 cid espirit, the 400 cid formula 400, and the 400 cid ram air trans am. The firebird facts and trans am truths for years it has been accused as being a copycat camaro and there is a bit of truth to that. The story behind the development of gms fbody ponycars has been well documented. Pontiac trans am firebird formula restoration manual book 1970 1981 fits. Ross healey contacted me about a 1976 firebird that he spotted in the san diego area, where he lives.
Pontiac introduced the first trans am alongside the 1969 pontiac gto judge on december 8, 1967 at riverside raceway. At the bottom of the line up was the base firebird, whose pontiac 250 i6 was replaced by a chevy built 250 i6 rated at a meager 155bhp. Pontiac made a point of promoting a formula painted goldenrod yellow in its ads. The correct owners manual, repair manual, shop manual, parts manual and more. The 1970 pontiac firebird formula 400 hardtop coupe was powered by a 400 cubicinch fourbarrel v8 engine developing 265 horsepower. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Mar 08, 2016 the 1970 pontiac line up was composed of the base firebird with 250 cid six, the mid range, 350 cid espirit, the 400 cid formula 400, and the 400 cid ram air trans am. Firebirds became an extremely popular car, but then the trans am came along offering more horsepower, more performance, a better package, and a bad look. Of the four, perhaps the most intriguing was the formula 400. This book tells the entire story of these immensely popular cars, whether you are into the second generation of fbody regular models, formula 400 performance models, super duty trans ams, or the cars of smokey and the bandit fame. When someone talks about a pontiac ram air numbers ii through iv, theyre talking about a series of limitededition, 400cubicinch muscle car engines built from 1967 through 1970. These were built to power cars for the scca trans am racing series. What sets this engine apart in the history books is the factoryinstalled highperformance ram air systems.
This 71 model packs a 400 cubic inch v8 and a factory 4 speed. Incorporated into a fulllength, blackedout strip, this suggestion of ferocious intent enhanced the midrange models attraction for customers who couldnt afford a trans am. Esprit continued with a standard 350 2bbl with optional 400 2bbl. However the firebird has managed to blaze its own trail of classic car history with four generations of pontiac power. The firebird formula was performance oriented since its first year of production in 1970. The formula 400 featured a unique twinscooped hood with a 400 v8 rated at 335 bhp. The pontiac firebird formula 400 is a 2 door coupebodied car with a front mounted engine powering the rear wheels. The firebird facts and trans am truths wilsons auto. Jun 08, 2017 the second generation of the firebird was equally as appealing as the 1960s cars, although these early 1970s cars seem not as common to find in survivor condition. The firebird was the base model, but there were also sprint, esprit, formula. The 400, 455, and sd 455 engines were offered in the trans am and formula models during 1974. Our goal is to educate, promote, and help others better understand this car and its numerous qualities.
The firebird line continued with base firebird, esprit, formula and trans am models. The engine was linked to a hurst threespeed floor shifter with f7014 biasbelted blackwall tires and seveninch wheel rims at all four corners. The second generation of the firebird was equally as appealing as the 1960s cars, although these early 1970s cars seem not as common to find in survivor condition. Its 8 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 6. Find new and used 1977 pontiac firebird classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1970 pontiac firebird classics for sale near you. This book tells the entire story of these immensely popular cars, whether you are into the second generation of fbody regular models, formula 400. The firebird was introduced the same year as its platformsharing cousin, the chevrolet camaro.
How to rebuild chevy v8 engine book 600 photos 400 350 327 307 305 283 19551994 fits. Production figures, option codes, running changes, model year changes and variances, rarity, collectability, interviews with engineers, and more are thoroughly covered in what is. The engine lineup was mostly unchanged with the chevrolet manufactured 250 cid 6 cylinder standard in the base firebird with the 350 2bbl optional. Like you, we live and breath the restoration hobby and take great pride in helping restore our american history. Hitmans pontiac trans am site original information. Lets begin with what the 1969 firebird 400 option consisted of, and then well go into the visual differences. This 1975 pontiac firebird formula 350 is a wellpreserved survivorstyle intrigue built around a car with potent original v8 power.
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