1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Toward the end of its third generation, Pontiac’s performance leader, the Firebird, received numerous performance and styling updates. From 1989, Trans Am, GTA, and Formula trims were made available with an upgraded 5.7-liter ‘L98’ V8 shared with the Corvette and featuring new dual catalytic converters. The penultimate model year (1991) saw cosmetic improvements including a new nose design inspired somewhat by the Banshee IV concept car, and a wraparound rear deck “Aero Spoiler” on Trans Am and Formula models. Other standard features which set the Formula trim apart were a domed hood, Formula graphics, 16-inch “Deep Dish Hi-Tech Turbo” wheels, and “Level III” suspension. 

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Highlights

• Penultimate model year of the third-generation Pontiac Firebird (1981-1992) featuring an updated nose and rear deck spoiler

• Refinished in black in December 2012 as per the consignor 

• Powered by a 5.7-liter ‘L98’ V8 producing 200-horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque

• Modifications reported by the consignor include a Pioneer sound system, tinted windows, carbon fiber nose bra and detail striping, B&M shifter, three-spoke walnut steering wheel, air conditioning R12 to R134a conversion, and 3.23 to 3.55 rear gear ratio swap

• Consignor reports recently replacing the headliner, sun visors, rotors, and brakes 

• Rides on aftermarket 16-inch three-piece wheels mounted with Firestone FireHawk tires

• Showing just over 87,000 miles at the time of listing

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Formula 350 graphics

• Rear spoiler

• Domed hood

• Pop-up headlights

• Four-speed automatic transmission

• Black cloth upholstery

• Air conditioning

• Power windows

• Power locks

• Remote hatch release

• Limited slip differential

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

• Dual exhaust outlets

Known Imperfections

• Consignor reports accident damage during previous ownership, right front fender and passenger side door were repaired and replaced

• Hood struts intermittently support hood and need replacing 

• Small tear in passenger seat upholstery

Included

• Four keys

• Car cover

• Spare

• Dynojet Performance evaluation sheet

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places the Pontiac in Pennsylvania from new. The consignor reports purchasing the vehicle in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 2008 where it had been placed in storage showing approximately 80,000 miles. The consignor subsequently recommissioned the Pontiac and repaired the accident damage to the passenger side of the vehicle.