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Owning the dream
Craig Robson, 05/26/2006
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I had always dreamed of owning a 3rd Gen Bird.I finally bought the 5.0 V8 last year. It doesn't dissapoint. Although it has cost a fortune to restore the rewards are great. I havent come across a single person who isn't in love with the looks. A classic and timeless design which is admired everywhere it goes. The V8 sounds sweet and had enough torque to pin you to the seat.I went through my first set of rear tires in a little under a month. Talk about seeing money go up in smoke !! I would recommend this car to anyone. Just make sure your wallet can keep up with the car. It makes me smile and scares the hell out of any passenger. Truly Awesome.
An awsome car
Bd, 09/26/2002
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I truly love this car. The ws6 preformance suspension handles better than any other car i have driven, including many little imports. The 5.0 makes plenty of tire squeeling pin u to your seat power. And the whole formula body style to my opinon was the best looking model ever made. I love drivin around cause every one always takes a second look. And it has 157000 miles on it and runs as if it just came out of the factory. What more do u want from a car.
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1991 Trans Am
Larry Zidek, 03/16/2004
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I absolutely loved my Trans Am convertible. It was the first car I purchased by myself, for myself; and rode like a dream. Though the performance as compared to todays cars was a little lackluster, it was as close to a real sports car in its technicval simplicity and handling as one could get. The styling is second to none and it always turned heads no matter where I went.
Wonderful car! Amazing memories!
Jason B, 02/28/2016
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased this 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula T-tops. WS6 performance package. 305 tuned port 5 speed. Arctic white with 20,000 miles from a dealer. It had a misprint in the local paper about the price. I stumbled upon it from a bumbling salesman. Long story short, I paid $6,000 for the car with not a scratch on it. It looked and drove like new. I owned the car for 8 years. Those are the most memorable 8 years behind a wheel I have had. I outran many cars on road races over the years. It had a bigger throttle body and injectors installed. That's it. All stock on the rest. Never let me down. Never left me stranded. A beautiful car inside and out. The only parts I replaced were the many 245/50/16 tires from burnouts. And the fact that you cannot rotate them on the rim. They have to be taken off the rim (offset). If I could turn back time, I would buy ten more of them. Long-live the firebird! R.I.P.
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Firebirds
86firebird305, 10/26/2007
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my Firebird. It's awesome looking. It's fun to drive and it's a muscle car. It's got a 305 and is quick! It's awesome.
King of the Road
Darth Lotus, 01/14/2004
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
best car ever made. I swear that jesus himself designed this car. I would die for this car(carjackers beware)
All Out Performance
Olen, 05/23/2003
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car can go fast, handle turns, and fuel economy is good. So far no mechanical or body work, other rhan normal service. It has 145,000 miles and still runs strong and is a real tight clean car without the usual F body rattles and squeaks. Would highly reccomend to anyone.
Bought it new december 29, 1990
John hull, 08/22/2015
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had a formula with performance pkg - 5.0 h.o. 230hp 5spd 4wheel discs on order for 4 months but gm kept rescheduling build due to parts availability (rear disc brakes) I was told .....car was promised to be built first week of December.... Anyone who was there will remember there was a recession during daddy Bush presidency at this time.....just after Thanksgiving GM announced tthat due to inventory the Van Nuys Ca plant would be closed for entire month of december!!! Just before Christmas pissed off Went to dealer for my deposit and guess what that day a black formula showed at dealer with performance axle pkg but had rear aluminum drum brakes 5.7liter tuned port 245hp auto trans but otherwise identical to what I ordered....took it on the spot.....loved this car fast as hell and got 24mpg at a steady cruise controlled 85 mph with air on ......at the time everyone praised chevy ss454 pickups .....bone stock would beat em by 5 or 6 car lengths in the quarter mile ......great looks handling and power all for $$16500...loaded......try touching this performance for under 35k today
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One of the best cars every made.
knight rider, 05/15/2002
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Pontiac Firebird and Chevrolet Camaro which these two cars are based on the same plat form. They have best engine's the V8 305 5.0L Engine, and the V8 350 5.7L Engine. The Transmission are the 700R4, and the 400R4 are the srongest transmission I every seen in a car. If you like to drive fast go with the 400R4 transmission it's stronger and faster than the 700R4 transmissions. 700R4 Transmission - for faster acceleration. 400R4 Transmission - a stronger transmission for racing. If your thinking about getting a Pontiac Firebird or Chevrolet Camaro, don't get the one's with the V6 3.1L Engine, it has no power and it does not last long.
Love my Bird
Kelly, 05/26/2009
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my GTA when it was less than a year old and been in love with it ever since. I had an 86 Firebird that I liked but it is no comparison to this baby. The V-8 engine is a must in a car like this as well as the manual transmission, no automatic here. My bird has been neglected for the last couple of years but is not in the process of coming back from the ashes to his former magnificence.
1991 Pontiac Firebird
Matthias, 11/14/2002
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for a while now, and it still gives me a smile every time I look at it. Not to mention when I drive it. You can't even smack the smile off of my face. It was quite the good purchase on my part. I would recomend this to anyone.
The 3rd generation f-body
musclehead12279, 01/05/2004
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I find the Pontiac Firebird to be a sadly dying breed of true american muscle...along with the camaro both cars were a symbol...an icon of american muscle...I'll keep my bird for a long time, maybe one day these cars will come back...maybe not...but this is one driver who will alway appreciate these types of cars
1991 T.A. review
ryan, 02/13/2007
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
it's my first car that i have bought. mine has the 5.0 305. in my opinion it has enough power although i wouldn't mind the 350. i paid $500 for it and it only has small problems. it had been sitting for a few years before i bought. So i can honestly say it's built well.
Fire Chicken
Casey, 03/06/2007
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i have owned 2 third gen firebirds, and i would buy another. there is no sexier car out there. other than e-tests, i have had no problems with my 91 formula. the 4l60 is probably the best transmission i've ever had. i have no complaints whatsoever. P.S this car is well worth the fuel!
Braggs 1991 Pontiac Firebird
Braggs, 04/12/2003
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car should be worth much more than the book value for it actually is... It is an extremely great car that is both reliable, sporty, and economic.
Amazing
jenbass, 04/19/2003
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when I was 16 with 100,000 mi. on it. Now it has over 200,000 so my experience has been wonderful. Haven't had major problems other than minor things that need replaced after that many miles. The only thing that gave me trouble is the computer, i had to replace it at around 160,000.
Can't Complain
regal15m, 05/15/2008
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really can't complain about the TA GTA. I got a great car for the price I paid for it.($250) It has awesome handling for a car with the power plant it has under the hood.(5.0 TPI) You stomp the gas, you are gonna go. The only really big complaint I have with it is that it doesn't handle too well on rain slicked roads.
15 years and still going...
Cindy Silka, 07/18/2006
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought this car new in 91,and put it up every winter. Couldn't wait to get it out in the spring. I think the worst thing is having it sit in the garage for months and having things dry out from not being used, which I believe led to a few repairs. I still love to drive it and can't seem to part with it.
Love my sexy car!
Stephanie, 03/20/2009
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is not only sexy and fun to drive, but screams off the line. I have the V8 and can smoke most newer cars out there. Love the T-Tops in the summer time, def a head turner.
I've got wings
lit80, 03/26/2003
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It is a vary sexy car especially when you look underneath her hood. Where's the sun?
What a fun car?
the bandit, 04/24/2008
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Picking up chicks, roaring on main street, gliding threw the curvy back roads like a magic carpet. only a few thing that these car do excellently. most of the v8 Firebirds and Camaros have been BEATEN!!! and are now rusted and have more parts around them on the lawn than in them. If you want a car to burn the rubber off the wheels and leave a strip on the pavement get one with a v8 in it already (specifically a 350 (5.7 L) not a 305 (5.0 L) but if you want a car that you can say "I made this car the way it is" get a v6 (which will not been beaten!!!) and take the time and money to get a great engine and drop it in. the parts that these cars came with were not specifically made for performance
Cant be that with a bat.......
Poorboy8, 10/02/2002
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
So far this has been the best vehicle I've owned (91 GTA). It has some of the best performance as well as great gas mileage. With some minor modifications you can have this car out performing 70% to 80% of the cars on the road today!
This is awsome car, i love it
Jace Sanders, 01/21/2004
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The v6 is a downpoint but its an awsome looking car.
1991 Pontiac Trans Am 5.7 ltr. V8
LuckyGrady, 01/12/2006
1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Incredibly Fun Vehicle to turn the key in...I have added Flowmaster Mufflers and a Fuel Flow chip to increase the Fuel economy and give me more torque to rear end. Nice Car!The Mustang 5.0 Eater.
The one car I will never let go
Mike Hunter , 07/26/2020
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have the base model with the 5.0 five speed manual and the powertrain is amazing in its ability to last. I've owed this car for fifteen years and I will never get tired of it. I'm restoring it now at a very costly amount due to it sitting wal I was away but it's worth every penny in fun and a true America classic. The engine has about 150000 on it and not a leak which amazes me. Mechanically the car is bullet proof. If you want a fun car that is the car to have. I mite buy another one and start flipping them because everyone loves them.
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91 formula. Im 36 and bought it when i was 20
Demo, 11/08/2021
1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 91 formula for $4500. It had 67k miles on it and was in perfect condition. I love my car so much. Ive had a 93 candle apple red acura legend and i have a 2013 camaro. But my 3rd gen is my fav car of all time. It Isnt the easiest to keep up since good mechanics are hard to find with the older engine. Ive blown a head gasket and had to replace feel like everything under the hood (twice) and im currently getting an engine rebuild after 119k miles. I plan on keeping it forever. Freshly painted and still looks amazing bunper to bumper
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Stay away from this
lexus_driver, 12/12/2002
1991 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've heard of other folks loving their Birds and having zero problems. While it is an attractive car, it is somewhat of a reliability risk. And it don't help that the V6 is probably the weakest to come out of Detroit in a while, at least for this type of car. The V6 version only looks fast. I mean, come on, it has a legacy to maintain. I was young, though, when I got it and my dad thought it best that I didn't have a large V8. I don't have room enough to list all problems, but I'll say there were many.
Major Bang for the Buck!!! I LOVED IT!!!
JTV, 11/06/2009
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had the pleasure of owning several versions of GM's popular Firebird/Camaro platforms. All from 1985 thru 1990. I loved each one in there own right, but the one I really do miss is my white 1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 liter. It was fully loaded with every option in the book.power windows,power locks,cruise control,power hatch release,anti lock brakes,climate control, T-Tops, TPI 5.7 liter engine, 700R4 transmission, disc brakes, and posi rear. It was a great daily driver with awesome reliability and power. I could work on it in my driveway with basic tools and a general maintanence manual from your local auto parts store. It was a perfect mix of power and comfort for daily use.
Firebird has me aflame
bdw9714, 08/29/2002
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought it used, with about 120000 miles on it. Have had to invest in repair, as it was sitting for a year. Now I drive it as my daily car, and I am in love with it. Responds well to mods as well. I wish I had bough a v8, but the v6 will do just fine until that time comes.
Great American Car!
Brad, 05/01/2002
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my car! Kicks the a@@ out of most imports. It is very fast especially for a V6 3.1 with only a few modifications. Gas mileage is ok too. I like it so much that my next car is also going to be a 1990 ponitac firebird but I'm looking for the formula model with a 350. This baby currently has 200,000 miles and runs like it is new. Very well taken care of and very reliable.
I miss my Firebird
gr1mhunt3r, 03/07/2011
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had a 1990 Firebird with the small 3.1 v6 and preferred the styling and handling over my 1992 Camaro z28 5.7 liter. It does not have good acceleration with the v6 but has amazing sound, comfort and control. The overall interior and exterior design was the best of any car I've seen (other than early Challengers) and was fun to drive even though it couldn't go nearly as fast as the Camaro.
Still love this car
bcroft, 02/07/2004
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Even at over 150,000 miles, this car still is reliable and fun to drive. If you're looking for an incredibly good value in a used car, look no further. The only cons are the dated styling and the standard sports car problem -- small back seats. But let me say that this car can transport a LOT of stuff when you put down the rear seats -- more than probably 80% of other cars. Skis and snowboards, christmas trees, and all the groceries for a large house party were transported in this surprisingly versitile car.
350 F-Body Review
mindy shorr, 03/18/2004
1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this unit is super quick, fast and strong. remember, a poor or moderate comfort quality rating is a desirable quality in a performance car. the 1990-'92 350 f-body may be the best of all four generations. it produces 340/345 lb/ft of tourqe in standard form.
A great experience
groupb, 02/17/2012
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2.8 V6 brand new in 1988, it was the only manual transmission they had on the lot in Phoenix. The stick helps the acceleration dramatically. A chip didn't bring much improvment. The AC was great and needed in AZ when I moved to the NW the lack of a rear defroster was felt immediately. Car looked awesome when new, great now. 1988 cars if still on the road look outdated, not the Firebird. It was my daily driver for many years. Once I got more cars, and the Firebird was parked for extended periods, problems began, now I fixed them and try to rotate my cars so all get street time. 4 studded tires was the only way to drive in the snow. Love it today just as much as I did 24 years ago
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula V8 5.0
LD, 08/07/2007
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The most reliable car I ever had! Made 4 cross-country trips, 9,000 miles each and never let me down. Looks just as good now as the 1st day I bought it! Keeps up with the new imports and leaves the Mustangs in the dust too. Starts in all weather conditions, 120 degrees and 30 below. Very aero-dynamic.
Not Bad
Jimmy Jim Jim, 02/10/2004
1990 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Its a nice car unless you live in the north. Park it during the winter because these beasts don't move in snow. They have good power and are very fun to drive but they don't get the highway mileage as some of the smaller cars. (mine gets about 15 city and 20 highway) They're a nice toy for summer but unless you have a team of guys in the trunk with shovels and sand you aren't going anywhere in the winter.