1998 Pontiac Firebird

$9,000
from
7
listings
$9K–$40K
price range
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Low$9,000
High$40,000
From$9,000
Avg Mileage60,714 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 7 active dealer listings as of

1998 Pontiac Firebird Trims

All Trims Combined
From$9,000
$9K–$40K
7 listings60,714 avg miles
Formula
From$1,995
60 listings|$2K–$49K
Trans Am
From$6,000
96 listings|$6K–$102K

1998 Pontiac Firebird Pricing

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Pontiac Firebird Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 1998 Pontiac Firebird has a high safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 78 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
78
Complaints
11
Crashes
4
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 78 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 Pontiac Firebird. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic24
02Exterior Lighting5
03Steering4
04Air Bags4
05Visibility4
78 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Pontiac Firebird Fuel Economy

18–21mpg combined
·
16-17city
·
22-28hwy
·
$2,100-$3,200/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 1998 Pontiac Firebird returns 18–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Firebird/Formula - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city28 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
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 6-spd
19mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1998 Pontiac Firebird

26States

21% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 26 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 Pontiac Firebird?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Pontiac Firebird a good car to buy?

The 1998 Pontiac Firebird has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Pontiac Firebird?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $417 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1998 Pontiac Firebird?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 Pontiac Firebird, based on 78 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other Pontiac Firebird years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Pontiac Firebird model years. Visit the Pontiac Firebird buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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