Trim Report

Pontiac Firebird Formula1998

Includes:FBIRD|Formula
$1,999
Starting From
49
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 49 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,999
Max $77,500
From $1,999
(27d ago)

Formula Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$9,995
$10K–$44K
7 listings53,571 avg miles
Formula
From$1,999
49 listings|$2K–$78K
Trans Am
From$3,999
97 listings|$4K–$102K

1998 Pontiac Firebird Formula Pricing

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Where to Find Pontiac Firebird Formula

Location data for all 1998 Pontiac Firebird trims combined

29States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (20%), but the remaining listings are spread across 28 other states nationwide.

Pontiac Firebird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1998 Pontiac Firebird trims

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
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Pontiac Firebird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1998 Pontiac Firebird trims

18–21mpg combined
·
16-17city
·
22-28hwy
·
$2,950-$4,200/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~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Firebird/Formula - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

1998 Pontiac Firebird Formula FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Formula compare to other Pontiac Firebird trims?

Every Pontiac Firebird trim targets a different buyer. The 1998 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 Pontiac Firebird Formula?

The Formula shares its core mechanicals with other Pontiac Firebird trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for service brakes, hydraulic issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 1998 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Pontiac Firebird Formula?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Pontiac Firebird Formula 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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