Trim Report

Pontiac Firebird Formula1987

Includes:FBIRD|Formula
$1,999
Starting From
46
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 46 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,999
Max $77,500
From $1,999
Fresh

Formula Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$10,607
$11K–$50K
8 listings37,500 avg miles
Formula
From$1,999
46 listings|$2K–$78K
Trans Am
From$3,999
105 listings|$4K–$102K

1987 Pontiac Firebird Formula Pricing

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Where to Find Pontiac Firebird Formula

Location data for all 1987 Pontiac Firebird trims combined

27States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (23%), but the remaining listings are spread across 26 other states nationwide.

Pontiac Firebird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1987 Pontiac Firebird trims

Elevated

The 1987 Pontiac Firebird has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 11 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
11
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 11 owners have filed complaints about the 1987 Pontiac Firebird. SEAT BELTS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Seat Belts5
02Wheels2
03Engine And Engine Cooling1
04Fuel System, Gasoline1
05Vehicle Speed Control1
11 total across 1 model years (1987–1987)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Pontiac Firebird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1987 Pontiac Firebird trims

17–20mpg combined
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15-17city
·
22-25hwy
·
$3,400-$3,950/yr

Across 8 configurations, the 1987 Pontiac Firebird returns 17–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Firebird/Trans Am/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Trans Am/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Trans Am/Formula - Manual 5-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Trans Am/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Trans Am/Formula - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Formula Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1987 Pontiac Firebird Formula

How does the Formula compare to other Pontiac Firebird trims?

The Formula occupies a distinct position in the Pontiac Firebird range. See how it stacks up on the 1987 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1987 Pontiac Firebird Formula?

Maintenance costs for the Formula align with the broader Pontiac Firebird ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is seat belts. Check the 1987 Pontiac Firebird page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Pontiac Firebird Formula?

For the Formula, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Pontiac Firebird buyer's guide.

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