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Jules301h, 01/13/2003
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My car made 308RWHP on a dyno with minor mods, that's around 360HP at the engine. The engine is greatly underrated by GM to make the corvette look better. Mods are cheap and these cars can easily run 12's in the 1/4. The engine has great power, but the car does not handle well due to body roll. Suspension mods like new shocks and sway bar quickly fix this. The auto trans is excellent and nearly as fast as the manual. If you are looking for a fast car that has great mod potential, this is the one.
Still fun, more reliable than expected
terminaldegree, 08/09/2006
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have a manual transmission base model as my daily driver. It accelerates, brakes, and corners well while managing to be decently comfortable and returning great highway MPG on cheap 87 octane gas. It's the quintessential cheap sporty car. Performance add-ons I recommend without affecting reliability include a dual exhaust, Pro 5.0 shifter (WAY more precise), a Torsen limited-slip rear (expensive but very different experience than the open diff), and the ubiquitous aftermarket stereo system. When cleaned up it still gets a lot of compliments.
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Yes it is and NO you can't
Craig, 03/14/2006
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best car I've had. Awesome throtle response for a V-6. Handles great in the curves. The title of my review is my front license plate. Yes it's fast and NO you cant drive it. Its my first but not my last. The only car I have owned that outshined this was my 1972 Chevelle. The only problem is seating in the back... cramped, but not for me. I'm Driving.
The Perfect Sports Car
ANDY1171665, 12/08/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We all know you can buy a Honda Civic and put $10,000 into it to make it a nice car. Why not just buy one of these Firebirds and have the better looking car, and the performance. Do not be fooled by editor's bias towards import cars. This lovely car does twice as much as they can, has more features and looks better. Don't be the butt of everyone's "deck out your cheap Honda" jokes, and be the envy, get the Firebird!
Poor Quality
JNas, 07/23/2008
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle for my son back in 2000. It's done nothing but cost me money. Things that normally don't tear up on vehicles fall apart on this vehicle. From the power windows going bad, emission problems, replaced fuel tank and pump, replaced rear diff, pinion seal, replaced numerous lights switches, power steering pump leaked and on and on. I've spend almost as much money in keeping this car running as I did when I bought it new. This car has only 68,000 miles on it. My toyota 4 runner has 165,000 and I've only had to replace the brakes. I'll never buy another American made car.
Horrible squeaking and rattling.
Magnus, 08/07/2002
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The rattle started after only 1200 miles. The squeaking started the first summer when it got warmer. I have had it in the shop over 10 times and nothing has been done. They have all heard the noices but have not been able to fix the problem. It is obviously a lemon. But no one takes responsibility for it. Good warrenty, NOT.
i love my bird
baby81doll, 04/12/2011
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i was looking to buy a camaro when i saw the silver firebird and fell in love i paid to much for it but wouldnt get rid of it for anything ive had to do some repairs on different things but ill do what it takes to keep it rolling on.
The Ultimate Sleeper
Richy Rich, 09/25/2003
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you ever pull up beside a quiet sounding Formula Firebird, don't test it. This is the fastest car I've ever drove. And most the people I show it to assume its a 6 cyl. because of the stock exhaust. The Firebirds are some of the best looking cars on the market, and the 350V8 Really backs its up.
53 and my new muscle car
cness05, 07/04/2007
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is hot. Red 5.7 V8,6 speed trans with out the skip shift. It has great looks.drives like a dream,and more get up and go than my 72 Camaro had. But this car's ride is much better ,and will set you back in your seat very quickly. As far as fuel mileage it does not matter, what a thrill to drive. To sum this car up GM made a mistake dropping the Firebird and Camaro lines. I love this car and will keep it a long time. This car is priceless.
Ultimate Driving Machine
Hockeystud, 05/22/2002
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Pontiac Formula/Trans Am is the ultimate driving machine. If you are an enthusiast who loves speed and power this car is for you. When driving down the road, you will get looks from just about anyone because of the sleek design. Mine is the Navy Blue Metallic, so I get comments about it looking like the Batmobile. I haven't found anything wrong with it yet. The Bird is definitely the top in it's class. p.s. Mustangs & Camaros suck.
Great Vehicle
MOI, 10/29/2008
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has never had a problem, we have never done anything but normal maintenance. It has also lived in California, New Mexico and Minnesota, and has done well everywhere
awesome
coolkitty1971, 08/28/2003
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car with lots of style and reliability
muscle car mania
rupp, 12/03/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wow! Absolutely mindblowing acceleration and handling! Used to own a Mustang GT and there is no comparison. Aftermarket add-ons to increase horsepower are extremely inexpensive so you can do all kind of things to the motor real cheap! Love it!!
Firebird V6 (My 1st car at 18 yrs. old)
TexasBird, 01/06/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
*Performance 5: V6, very weak. Has tendency to embarrass you. *Comfort 8: Front seats very supportive. *Fuel Economy 7: Great everyday driver. I got 31 mpg on I-10 for a road trip. *Fun to Drive 6: Only good for lookin' good. Get flirted with a lot more. *Ext. Design 10: Great aggressive stance and body look. *Int. Design 9: Cheap plastic buttons don't look good. Red glow of instruments at night is awesome. *Build Quality 8: No squeaks, leaks, rattles etc. You get what you pay for. Trans Am's are a lot better built. *Reliability 8: Only thing to break is pop up headlights and CD player.
Firebird Rating
Cheri, 01/02/2006
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The steering and handling are outstanding and the car has been reliable.
00 firebird
siamese dream, 02/26/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
the stock spoiler is kind of annoying when it rains because it puddles up, and the door is heavy. other than that it's fine
Firebird
Adrian2004, 03/03/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Incredible handling of road, great acceleration and continued high speed, turns in a dime and stops better than other cars tried. Will make heads turn as you drive by.
I love it!
Cyrad2, 03/30/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned the car for 3 years now. I drive it everyday. I get comments on it all the time, and the best part is wiping the smiles of the pansies driving mustangs. Great bang-for-buck car. I can't wait to trade up to a T/A!
Formula WS6
attack, 04/26/2004
2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best car I've ever owned.
Fast - Not Furious
Classy Bird, 03/16/2005
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned this car since it was new. Originally I had trouble with the power antenna and one of the headlights not popping up. Four trips to the dealer and the headlight finally was fixed - loose connection to motor. One other problem I had was the gas line regulator valve leaking gas into the engine when it was hot causing hard starting. I've not had any problems since these. I've been real happy with the gas mileage. I get 18 mpg in town and 30 mpg on the highway. That's with a heavy foot. Would have bought the TA except insurance would have been 4 times higher even though I haven't had a ticket for 15 years. Also, cost difference was $16 grand - buy another car for that.
Dependable Ride
Elizabeth, 08/18/2005
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle new. The only problem that I have had with this car is the brakes (but I am always hard on brakes).
Best Bird yet
Fredsbird, 01/29/2006
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought mine new and it has proven very reliable. It has a solid feel, great looks (mine came with a beautiful metallic blue paint and chrome wheels).I have had 3 birds of various gens and none have been good off the line at a light, but on the highway they are incredible. I first learned this when I found the passing gear going 80, it was like light speed kicked in. The gas mileage city/hwy is incredible. I had a weird noise in the engine but it went away, I believe it was due to my feeding it lower octane, stick with 93.
Only, ok.
Jim-Bob, 08/12/2009
2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
It was an ok car. Got me from point A to point B. Looks cool, but not enough power or look as cool as a Mustang, if it was the 5.7 that may be a different story (I still doubt it!) But even then the Firebird is way too wide making it impossible to park. Also, you can never see more than a foot of the hood. It always had computer problems and had to be taken to the shop constantly.