One of its best was the 19691970 ram air iii 400 cubicinch v8. Looking to maybe trade for a lowered stepside 5060s only. The firebird and formula were powered by an overhead valve 5. 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. Car tech ct591 definitive 701281 firebirdtrans am guide book made by car. When it comes to factory horsepower and torque ratings, the most powerful firebird of all time were 1969 and 70 trans ams with the ram air iv engine option. While the trans am was loaded with visuals like a shaker hood, fender mounted air extractors, wild front air spoiler. It is an excellent addition to any pony car, muscle car, or any enthusiasts library. The formula 400 featured a unique twinscooped hood with a 400 v8 rated at 335 bhp. 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. The fabulous firebird, pontiac firebird history book. Firebird hatchback, firebird convertible, firebird trans am. The fivespoke rally ii wheels were a very popular option for the 1970 12 pontiac firebird.
A wolf in sheeps clothing let loose to play on the street. New options for 1976 included a new appearance package, called the formula, fuel economy indicator, and a canopy top. Ohc6 326 v8 350 v8 400 v8 400 ram air 400 ram air ii 400 ram air iii 400 ram air iv totals. This is a matching numbers formula 400 with a 400 cu. The used 2002 pontiac firebird is offered in the following submodels. Our unmatched commitment to providing quality parts for your firebird trans am is what sets us apart from our competitors. The pontiac firebird was an american automobile built by pontiac from the 1967 to 2002 model years. Used 1970 pontiac firebird for sale with photos cargurus. Founded in 1926, pontiac cars have long been sought after for their performance and todays cars are. The pontiac firebird was an american automobile built by pontiac from the 1967 to 2002 model. Sep 11, 2017 i purchased this formula 400 in the summer of 2017. The first firebird to make something north of 400 horsepower was.
Whether you are into the first generation of fbody convertibles, formula 400 performance models, the special overhead cam sprint 6s, or even the first trans ams of 1969, this book tells the entire story of these immensely popular cars. Gateway classic cars of dallas is proud to offer a 1978 pontiac firebird trans am ws6. Pontiac never produced any other emblem 350, 428, 455 for the firebird 400. Founded in 1926, pontiac cars have long been sought after for their performance and todays cars are no exception. Next up was the espirit, which featured the pontiac 350 v8 rated at 255 bhp. I was looking for a car in nice condition that didn. The engine in the 1968 pontiac firebird 400 made for a smooth ride. Again white with blue stripes, the brutish pontiac firebird trans am held a 345horsepower ram air 400 v8, snorting through a rearfacing shaker hood scoop. Find used beautiful 1976 firebird formula 400 cid v8.
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. The 8 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a volume of 6. Sep 14, 2016 whether you are into the first generation of fbody convertibles, formula 400 performance models, the special overhead cam sprint 6s, or even the first trans ams of 1969, this book tells the entire story of these immensely popular cars. The muscle car history back in the and the american car manufacturers diversified. This weekend in our book garage series, we go back to the 1960s, where one of the most memoriable parts of american history was emerging. Designed as a pony car to compete with the ford mustang and mercury cougar, it was introduced on february 23, 1967, simultaneous with gms chevrolet division platformsharing camaro. Uncover rare nascar history with this 1001 facts series book that spans decades from the.
The 1970 pontiac line up was composed ofthe base firebird with 250 cid six, the mid range, 350 cid espirit, the 400. Gm water pump output sleeve seal all 196981 pontiac 350 400 428 455 9796347 x 2 fits. Jan 02, 1970 the fivespoke rally ii wheels were a very popular option for the 1970 12 pontiac firebird. However the firebird has managed to blaze its own trail of classic car history with four generations of pontiac power. 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. 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. A growing list of articles written about the 1968 pontiac firebird.
There were only 1750 of these made with a 400 and 4speed. The ad that launched the return of the firebird formula in 1987. The history for the 1968 firebird took a different twist. In the days before the introduction of mandated bumpers that actually protected the body, the 1970 firebird formula 400 had a purity of line that was on par with the best designs from europe. Firebird formula was reintroduced, available with a choice of v8s lg4, lb9 305 tpi, or l98 350 tpi, 16inch convex wheels, and the earlier trans am turbo bulge hood. This fullcolor history chronicles pontiacs firebird and trans am from 1967 to today. Reduced power ratings for 1971 were offset by availability of pontiacs enormous 455 in formula and trans am models. The exterior paint, trim and mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out. Search preowned 1970 pontiac firebird listings to find the best local deals. The only 1969 firebird model to receive a rear spoiler was the 1969 trans am, which was a pedestal spoiler.
The pontiac firebird was an american automobile built by pontiac from the 1967 to. The second generation of the popular gm fbody was an instant success and the firebird formula quickly developed a loyal following of performance enthusiasts. Homer simpson was spotted driving a 1968 firebird 400. July 73 and roger huntingtons book, american supercar results that are. Eventually the top firebird model, the trans am, became the pinnacle for. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. The wraparound wing was updated and now standard on trans am and formula. I have always liked the early 2nd gen firebird endura front end and the chrome rear bumper. A closeup of the 400 emblem used on the trunk lid of the firebird 400 model. Classic industries offers a wide selection of pontiac firebird parts, including pontiac firebird interior parts and soft trim, pontiac firebird exterior sheet metal, pontiac firebird moldings, pontiac firebird emblems, pontiac firebird weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. It could be an older restoration or a wellmaintained original vehicle.
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. 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. The 400cubicinch v8 made 345 hp at 5,400 rpm and 430 lbft of torque at 3,700 rpm. Introduction of my recently purchased 1971 formula 400 firebird. A third 400 engine variation bowed for 68 and was the best blend of machismo and manners. For a small muscle car, i thought thepontiac firebird.
Last of the breed 19672002 i bought this gem off the showroom floor from devoe pontiac. Up for sale is a formula 400 firebird in very nice condition, runs and drive very well. The engine was linked to a hurst threespeed floor shifter with f7014 biasbelted blackwall tires and seveninch wheel rims at all four corners. The signature trans am chicken hood applique first appeared in 1973. Of the four, perhaps the most intriguing was the formula 400. Nov 15, 2011 in 1970 pontiac was marketing the formula 400 as its mass production performance firebird model of which 7,708 were produced. Also, a rear spoiler was never an option on a firebird or firebird 400. The trans am came with a 400 cid v8 rated at 185 horsepower. Fbody regular models, formula 400 performance models, the super duty trans ams. Whether you are into the first generation of fbody convertibles, formula 400 performance models, the special overhead cam sprint 6s, or even the first trans ams of 1969, this book.
It replaced the lt1 gen ii smallblock in the trans am and formula. Car tech ct570 ed iskenderian and history of hot rodding book. I absolutley loved it, though im lucky to have survived it. Firebird formula 400 1972 owner page home facebook. National parts depot continues to offer the best restoration parts available for your pontiac firebird trans am. All 19671968 400 ci engines had throttle restrictors that blocked the. Featuring its numbers matching pmc 400 cid v8 and 4 speed. Pontiacs posi i have the phs documentation for this car which includes the original dealer invoice. Again white with blue stripes, the brutish pontiac firebird trans am held a 345horsepower ram air 400 v.
The 1970 pontiac firebird formula 400 hardtop coupe was powered by a 400 cubicinch fourbarrel v8 engine developing 265 horsepower. Mar 22, 2019 when it comes to factory horsepower and torque ratings, the most powerful firebird of all time were 1969 and 70 trans ams with the ram air iv engine option. The firebird hit the market as a response to the ford mustang and mercury cougar. Cosmetic changes were few, consisting mostly of new highback sporty bucket seats and honeycomb wheels which would decorate the firebird until 1977. However, in 1991, option code b4u turned a formula into an slp firehawk with a modified l98 350. When the details matter, trust npds knowledgable staff to guide you to the. Firebird formula 400 1972 owner page july 11, 2014 ok je commence. It has a 1970 400 ram air iii with original 1967 ram air i heads it has royal purple engine oil this is a newly rebuilt motor.
In 1970 pontiac was marketing the formula 400 as its mass production performance firebird model of which 7,708 were produced. Car tech ct591 definitive 701281 firebirdtrans am guide book. This book is the second in the series of definitive guides to the history and details of the pontiac firebird, by noted automotive author, rocky. Pontiac produced many great performance v8s during the 1960s and 1970s.
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