Vehicle Description
1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula Firehawk
"In 1991, Pontiac and SLP joined forces to create a new performance
RPO code named B4U, aka the SLP Firehawk. This option was first
available on the Firebird Formulas, a non Trans Am V8 bird, during
the last year of the 3rd generation. Firehawks got a L98 350 V8
with ported heads, and a few other mods throughout to give it an
output of 360 horsepower. When the fourth generation F-body debuted
as 1993 models, the Firehawk came along for the ride. A new,
sleeker and more aerodynamic body was part of the redesign for all
Firebirds, including the Firehawks. 201 Firehawks were made for
1993, and the second generation Firehawk would live on until the
final year run for the Firebirds." Thxnewgmparts.com
For consignment, a 1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula Firehawk showing
58,228 miles but the true miles are unknown. What is known is that
this is one of just 671 Firehawks produced in 1995 and one of 41 in
this color. The 31stannual Firehawk Rally takes place in mid July
in Sandusky, Ohio so you have plenty of time to purchase this car
and join the club!
Exterior
Medium Dark Purple Metallic was one of ten colors available in
1995, the most common is black and the rarest is teal, and purple
falls somewhere in the middle with 41 of 671 cars, with light
colored Firehawk decals on the sides and back that leave no doubt
this is a unique Firebird. Special 17-inch wheels also set this
bird apart and in 1995, split exhaust would be replaced with dual
tips on the driver's side. 315hp is advertised on the hump of the
air scoops on the hood but if you're at a distance, the car's
profile presents as a Formula and will fool you into a challenge,
until you get close enough to read the signs! Still, it holds true
to Pontiac's performance persona, with a large integrated
horizontal wing over the wide taillights that wear a darkening
black grid, all behind a large, curved rear window. Imperfections
are few with a chin scrape and one on the bottom of rear
valance.
Interior
Standard Graphite coverage on the long door panels with curved
plastic forming lower storage around door speakers and both doors
present cleanly. Deep and supportive Graphite leather seats with
Pontiacs trademark accordion side bolsters are high backed and
clean while the 2+2 in back offers smaller sitting areas in a no
frills environment. An ergonomic steering wheel houses an airbag
along with some thumb controls on a tilt column that leads to a
rather simple instrument cluster for such a performer, clear
information ahead and no unnecessary distractions. Gray buttons
dominate the AM/FM/Cassette in the center which includes an EQ and
a CD changer in the hatch, while just below we find the three gray
knobs of the A/C panel. The center console is a separate piece,
housing a Hurst shifter denoted by the telltale H embossed in the
leather handle, just in front of the Firehawk badge, indicating
that this is car #450. Black carpet below provides good coverage
while the padded headliner around the T-tops looms above us in
excellent condition. Pull up on the floor of the cargo area and it
reveals a deep storage area to stow the tops when rolling Bandit
style.
Drivetrain
A big air intake fronts the engine bay where we find the 5.7 liter
LT1 V8 tucked under the cowl and putting out 315 horsepower. The
fuel injected engine is mated to a T56 6-speed manual that sends
power to the 10 bolt rear axle with 3.42 gears and Positraction.
Power disc brakes occupy all four wheels.
Undercarriage
It was the Performance Exhaust Package that was first offered on
the '94 Firehawk that bumped horsepower by 15 to 315, and it's twin
pipe enter the cat together, then exit via a 3" catback, finding a
high flow crossflow muffler which emits two tailpipes that leave in
tandem out the back. We find some typical surface rust on the drive
shaft, exhaust, and some suspension components along with some
residual oil on the pan and transmission, but in general the
underside qualifies as clean. Suspension consists of coil springs
in the front and torque arms with coil springs out back.
Drive-Ability
The familiar F-body seating position and comfortable interior
invites occupants to play, and the impressive exhaust note of this
car rolls out the red carpet. But we're here to work, not play, and
so we feather this bird around the track where its power is more
evident with every shift. This is a potent bird of prey, not some
timid titmouse. Two things of note, the driver's power mirror does
not go up and down electronically, and the driver's seat is a bit
loose. Meanwhile, all other functions on the car operate as they
should including the often disquieting popup hidden headlights!
While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were
working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these
functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
It's nearly impossible to label an F-body a sleeper. They were
designed with speed in mind, emulating the lean and low racers of
the Trans Am series and never intended to be a boring, run of the
mill commuter car. But in the world of Firebirds, Firehawks have a
certain something that makes them understated and special and
mysterious. Unlike the flared and winged Trans Ams, Firehawks cloak
their potential and hide their bite. But a little script sticker
changes that for those who know. Here's a well kept rare one now
flying through the open market!
2G2FV22P1S2240553
2-Canada
G-General Motors
2-Pontiac
F-Firebird
V-Formula/Trans Am
2-2 Door Hatchback
2-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
P-350ci V8 LT1
1-Check Digit
S-1995
2-St Therese Assy Plant
240553-Sequential Unit Number
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Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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