Trim Report

Pontiac Firebird Formula1996

Includes:FBIRD|Formula
$1,995
Starting From
60
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 60 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,995
Max $48,800
From $1,995
Fresh

Formula Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,000
$6K–$29K
11 listings65,909 avg miles
Formula
From$1,995
60 listings|$2K–$49K
Trans Am
From$6,000
96 listings|$6K–$102K

1996 Pontiac Firebird Formula Pricing

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Where to Find Pontiac Firebird Formula

Location data for all 1996 Pontiac Firebird trims combined

26States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (21%), but the remaining listings are spread across 25 other states nationwide.

Pontiac Firebird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1996 Pontiac Firebird trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 43 complaints for the 1996 Pontiac Firebird, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
43
Complaints
5
Crashes
4
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 43 issues reported over 1 model years, service brakes, hydraulic problems are the most common for the 1996 Pontiac Firebird. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic10
02Electrical System8
03Engine And Engine Cooling5
04Power Train4
05Seats2
43 total across 1 model years (1996–1996)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Pontiac Firebird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1996 Pontiac Firebird trims

18–20mpg combined
·
15-17city
·
23-28hwy
·
$2,200-$2,450/yr

The 1996 Pontiac Firebird delivers 18 to 20 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Firebird/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city28 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the Formula Worth It?

Common questions about the 1996 Pontiac Firebird Formula

How does the Formula compare to other Pontiac Firebird trims?

with 60 listings tracked, the Formula sits in a specific spot in the 1996 Pontiac Firebird lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 1996 Pontiac Firebird page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1996 Pontiac Firebird Formula?

Budget for standard Formula maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Pontiac Firebird Formula?

The best model year for the Pontiac Firebird Formula comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Pontiac Firebird overview.

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