For Sale: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula in Fallbrook, California

This 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula is powered by a 5.0L V8 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Bright Red over a gray cloth interior, this classic is now offered by the seller with the original owner's manual, deluxe car cover, Experian AutoCheck, clean CARFAX report, and clear title.

Highlights

• 73,008 original miles
• Many new parts installed 
• Power options including antenna, windows, and steering 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller
• Current location: California 

EXTERIOR

• Bright Red paint 
• T-tops 
• Rear spoiler 
• Power antenna 
• Dual power-adjustable color-matched side mirrors 
• "Formula" decals

Updates

• New driver headlight motor 
• Rear hatch electric motor and struts replaced in 2024

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 16-inch Deep-Dish Hi-Tech Turbo aluminum wheels 
• 245/50 Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Gray cloth upholstery
• Bucket seats
• Center console with automatic shifter 
• Cruise control 
• Air conditioning 
• Power locks
• Power windows
• Power steering 
• Factory Delco stereo
  • AM/FM
  • Cassette player 

Updates

• A/C system has been recharged 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • 6,000-rpm tachometer 
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Voltage
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 73,008 miles
  • Most recent CARFAX odometer reading: 72,935 in May 2025
  • Title reads mileage exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 5.0L V8
  • 190 horsepower 
  • Tuned-port fuel injection 

Transmission

• Four-speed automatic 

Service History Highlights 

• New
  • Water pump 
  • Radiator
  • Thermostat 
  • EGR valve
  • Plug wires
  • Fuel filter 
  • PCV valve vacuum lines 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• WS6 suspension system 
• Power front disc brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

Service History Highlights 

• New
  • Brake shoes 
  • Brake drums 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor surface rust seen on undercarriage components 
• Paint rub on driver-front corner and passenger-side rear corner
• Other minor exterior imperfections as shown in photos 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Original owner's manual
• Deluxe car cover
• Experian AutoCheck

ADDITIONAL NOTES 

• CARFAX report 
  • Begins in 1988
  • Shows accident-free ownership in Iowa, Connecticut, New Jersey, Texas, Massachusetts, and California