. For sale in our Chicago showroom is this rare 1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula Firehawk. Another hint was the twin exhausts and rear anti-roll bars that were not used on Esprit. Title information: vehicles titles may be held by banks or lenders as collateral for loans. The features are all functioning properly, with exception of the horn. All slogans, logos, names, etc. The Firebird Trans Am was also selected as the Official Pace Car for the.
This car is one of 4 silver convertible Firehawks built with a 6 speed transmission. It also featured white-painted, five-spoke, 16-inch alloy wheels, and white leather seats and door trim. Announcing a Pontiac styling trend, the Firebird's bumpers were integrated into the design of the front end, giving it a more streamlined look than the Camaro. As in put in the vin, any option tag info, etc, so it can be verified as a Firehawk, and also so the owners of this site and us fellow Hawk owners can track the whereabouts of another Hawk. The new L67 was rated at 340 hp 250 kW , with revised cylinder heads that included round exhaust ports. This 1993 Pontiac Firebird Firehawk is a survivor-style, ultra-low mileage example of a rare specialty vehicle.
This edition was available in either coupe or convertible form. This is a rare car. During the 1995, 1996, and 1997 seasons, 14-time champion used a Firebird body to replace the obsolete and bodies he had used since 1988. Power seat- drivers 6 way, Security package includes theft deterrent system and remote key-less entry , 3800 performance package that included 3. Manual transmissions also got more and more popular, as early cars were largely automatics but 6-speeds became more common as the years went on. Bilstein shocks were a further option with the package. Of the 201 built in 1993, this is one of 96 that were equipped with the 700r4 automatic transmission.
Helping to lead the cause were performance car companies like Callaway, Saleen, and. Engine choices consisted of a L98 5. Firebird performance levels improved for 1996, with the establishment of the stronger 200-hp 3. From 1993-97, all Firehawks were based on Firebird Formulas, while from 1999 the Firehawk could be had as a Formula or a Trans Am. V8 1500 anniversary edition models were made, 500 of them 5-speed 1985 305 cu in 5. Yes, relatively so with its gutsy V-8, six-speed manual, and live rear axle.
A total of 857 were built as it was a mid-year addition. The Firehawk was based on the Classic 1st Generation Pontiac Firebird 1967-2002 and was available from 1992-2002. Under this agreement, Trans Am Depot takes brand-new model , strips them down to their basic components and rebuilds what looks like new Trans Ams. The fourth-generation Trans Am, available from model years 1993 to 2002, offered between 275 and 325 bhp 205 and 242 kW. This convertible is one of only 32 in this color, and only one of 41 as an automatic transmission! It also arguably looks a lot more exciting than the equivalent Camaro, and with numerous engine and gearbox options, paint colors, trim packages and special editions as well as coupe, convertible and T-top body styles, there is a lot of choice as well. These cars had more power and better suspension, and today are fairly hard to find.
By closing this banner, scrolling this page, clicking a link or continuing to browse otherwise, you agree to the use of cookies. Cosmetic distinctions for both generations of the Firehawk were always subtle, though the performance was in-your-face. The cars in the show were badged as lower-tier Esprit models, but in reality were Formulas with the twin-scoop hood replaced with a scoopless one. Rear tires have 3k miles on them. One of these served as the pace car. Perhaps not something I would normally seek, yet the fact that it is very rare and very fun made me take interest. From the long hood line to the induction hood and rear spoiler, this car is pure muscle.
The author is not responsible in any way for the use or misuse of the information contained. They worked in conjunction with Pontiac to sell the limited-edition Firehawk through dealers. The third generation, available from 1982 to 1992, was featured in the 1983 movie and the 1984 movie. It also utilized the Trans-Am style steering wheel and dash except these were finished with gold spokes and a gold dash face which was unique to the Red Bird option. Wind tunnels were used to form the new F-Body platform's shape, and Pontiac took full advantage of it. Getting colder air into the engine bay meant the power went from 275 to 300 hp total. Options included a 301 or the small block.
Manufacturer's warranties may still apply. This particular car is Bright Red with dark graphite leather interior. The second generation was available from 1970 to 1981 and was featured in the 1977 movie , the 1978 movie , the 1979 movie , and the 1980 movie. This car's stock times are 0 to 60 in 4. When the Trans-Am was last seen, model year 2002 Firebirds were in use. The Firehawk took its performance name seriously. It has been driven 93,390 miles.
There is a way to tell an early 1977 built car as there was a production change in the hood scoop. Steering wheel audio controls were included with optional uplevel cassette or compact disc stereo systems. This increased power by 10% for a total of 220 during the 1978—79 model years. Due to poor quality and numerous expensive warranty repairs and repainting, it was subsequently canceled on the 1989 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Am, although a small handful of them were still produced. Conclusion This car is powerful, collectible and in like new condition inside and out. A sleeker, more aerodynamic and handsome body graced the Firebirds, and of course, the Firehawks benefited from the same. The pistons and crankshaft were of forged construction and it included a higher lift cam with a more durable valvetrain.
He used it for three seasons, winning the championship in all three years. Because this is a survivor, all of these look great and work correctly. The only difference between this engine and the previous 1975 engine is the H. The 10th anniversary cars also featured a special Firebird hood decal, which extended off of the hood and onto the front fenders. So it's impressive that this loaded sleek machine is available for such an obtainable price.