Trim Report

Pontiac Firebird Trans Am1997

Includes:FBIRD|Trans Am
$6,000
Starting From
96
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 96 active dealer listings as of

Min $6,000
Max $102,000
From $6,000
Fresh

Trans Am Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,800
$4K–$32K
16 listings75,000 avg miles
Formula
From$1,995
60 listings|$2K–$49K
Trans Am
From$6,000
96 listings|$6K–$102K

1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Pricing

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Where to Find Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Location data for all 1997 Pontiac Firebird trims combined

26States

If you're near Illinois, you're in luck: 21% of listings are there. But with 26 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Pontiac Firebird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1997 Pontiac Firebird trims

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 61 complaints, the 1997 Pontiac Firebird rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
61
Complaints
5
Crashes
3
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1997 Pontiac Firebird's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. It leads 61 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
02Engine And Engine Cooling7
03Vehicle Speed Control6
04Power Train5
05Seats5
61 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Pontiac Firebird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1997 Pontiac Firebird trims

18–20mpg combined
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15-17city
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23-28hwy
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$2,200-$3,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 1997 Pontiac Firebird ranges from 18 to 20 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

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~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Trans Am Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

How does the Trans Am compare to other Pontiac Firebird trims?

Every Pontiac Firebird trim targets a different buyer. The 1997 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am?

Maintenance costs for the Trans Am align with the broader Pontiac Firebird ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic. Check the 1997 Pontiac Firebird page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Pontiac Firebird Trans Am year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Pontiac Firebird overview compares all years side by side.

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