Pontiac discontinued its 400-inch Pontiac V-8 after the 1978 model year, but tens of thousands of 1978 and 1979 Formulas and Trans Ams received with the basic L78 or optional T/A 6.6 in those model years. Have you ever tried documenting the originality one? Those produced at Van Nuys can have their engine’s partial VIN stamp in a couple of locations. Here’s where you can find them!
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A 1972 Formula 455 H.O. Ordered For Maximum Performance
Pontiac6 CommentsLet’s step back in time for a moment, say to the 1972 model year. You walk into your local Pontiac dealer to order a new Firebird Formula. How would you equip it? Chances are, you’d check off the appropriate boxes that would deliver maximum performance. Does that sound about right? If so, I’d like to introduce you to Dave Witt and the 1972 Formula 455 that he ordered new!
Cruising Firebirds at the Cruisin’ Tigers’ 2021 Indian Uprising
personal story, Pontiac2 CommentsThis past August my dad and I attended the Indian Uprising in Crystal Lake, Illinois. It’s always been a great event with plenty of beautiful Pontiacs in attendance. This year local hobbyist, Teri Reed invited us to join her and a group of friends in a Firebird cruise that Saturday morning. And what a treat it was!
My Dad's New 1970 Firebird
personal story1 CommentDo you remember your first new vehicle purchase? My dad’s happen to be ‘70 Firebird. He shares his memories of that with me.
Pontiacs in the Junk Yard...
1 CommentJunk yarding. It’s a pastime to some folks and a means of income to others. However you perceive it, the thrill of the hunt—particularly if you find a part needed so badly for your own project—can be quite enjoyable.
Mike Noun's Stealthy '69 Firebird That Runs 11's
6 CommentsWhile I enjoy watching and hearing dedicated Pontiac-powered race cars, and even those built for street/strip competition make quarter-mile passes on a given weekend, I particularly enjoy seeing factory-stock-looking Pontiacs running really fast in street trim. And that describes Mike Noun and his ‘69 Firebird.
Vintage Photos- Wrecked Pontiacs
PontiacCommentFor years I have been collecting vintage amateur photos with Pontiacs in them. Some were as simple as an impromptu photo with the family Pontiac in the background while others are as specific as a first-time owner photographing his new Pontiac. All, however, provide a glimpse of everyday life of times gone by.
GM Performance Parts' Firebird GT Package for 1997
2 CommentsBeing a Firebird fanatic and of driving age when the fourth-generation Firebird was introduced, I dreamed of owning one and made regular trips to my local Pontiac dealer to see what was new. It wasn’t until recent times that I learned that GM Performance Parts created a Firebird GT specialty vehicle package for 1997!
The Formula 400 That Got Away...
PontiacCommentJim Rotella's '73 Formula 400 that got away.
My dad and I had always preferred the performance oriented cars from Pontiac. He had previously owned a ’65 Lemans, a ’66 GTO, and ’67 GTO.