Trim Report

Pontiac Firebird Trans Am1998

Includes:FBIRD|Trans Am
$3,999
Starting From
97
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 97 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,999
Max $102,000
From $3,999
(27d ago)

Trans Am 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 Trans Am Pricing

Price Trend

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Where to Find Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Location data for all 1998 Pontiac Firebird trims combined

29States

20% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

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 Trans Am FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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

with 97 listings tracked, the Trans Am sits in a specific spot in the 1998 Pontiac Firebird lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 1998 Pontiac Firebird page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am?

Budget for standard Trans Am 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 Trans Am?

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

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