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1996 Pontiac Firebird Overview

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Base
22 national listings
Avg. Price: $5,065
Convertible
4 national listings
Avg. Price: $4,868
Formula
12 national listings
Avg. Price: $6,918
Formula Convertible
3 national listings
Avg. Price: $7,997
Trans Am
4 national listings
Avg. Price: $7,665
Trans Am Convertible

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1996 Trans Am by Devin
 — It has great straight line performance and is much better in the twisties than people would have you believe. The motor is absolutely bullet-proof and just as powerful as the newest Mustangs in stock ... Read More
My Third Vehicle, And My Baby by Travis
 — This is the 3rd car that I've owned. Found it at a car lot listed for $7,000 and loved it! I traded in my other vehicle for this one and do not regret it. The car looks Sweet, and is FUN to drive. It'... Read More
'96 Firebird by Casey
 — Pontiac makes BEAUTIFUL Firebirds/Trans Ams. Its a great looking car that turns heads all the time. It runs great, but I bought it used and there's been a problem with the engine that nobody has been ... Read More

1996 Pontiac Firebird Overview

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1996 Pontiac Firebird

The 1996 model brings with it some additional options as well as some newly standardized equipment. The 3.8-liter V6 engine which was optional in the 1995 models, is standard in the 1996 base model, and the Formula had its 5.7-liter V8 enhanced to 285 horsepower (305 in the Trans Am).

As always, the Firebird's big engine is what distinguishes it from other sports cars--especially those in its price range where it remains unmatched in value. Alloy wheels with painted surfaces add a sleeker look to the pony car. A variety of packages were available to sport up the look of the car, as well as to add some nice features, such as more engine power, traction control, and remote keyless entry.

Minuses of the Firebird include a failure to adhere to slippery roads (especially in Winter) and a lack of passenger and cargo room.

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Pontiac Firebird Questions

waltassault
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I Have A 1996 Firebird. The Passenger Side Headlight Wants To Stay In The ...

When I turn off the light both headlamps go down then about 1 to 2 seconds later the right head light pops up again. I can open the hood and manually use the knob and screw it back down with no probl...

55 views with 1 answer (last answer about a week ago)
William Schindler
0

Service Engine Soon Light Problem

My 96 Firebird formula has just had a complete change of the head gasket assembly and a new catalytic converter. However, the "Service Engine Soon" light keeps coming on even after the mechanic rese...

97 views with 3 answers (last answer 3 weeks ago)
jonlee
0

1996 Pontiac, 19,000 Miles, 6 Speed All The Goodies-------------1 Bad Thing...

seatdon't want to do any weatherstripping stuff - would rather just seal the tops or sell it---what should i ask for if selling is the answer and what do i use to seal them if thats the way to go?? j...

105 views with 9 answers (last answer about a month ago)
bigrig01
0

I'm Trying To Find A Hood And A Hatchback For A 96 Trans Am, If Anyone Can ...

my e-mail address is rodneybrewer1@suddenlink.net

51 views with 2 answers (last answer 10 months ago)
Taz96
0

Body Paint

The clear-coat on our '96 Firebird is peeling in patches. Any advice on how to best address this?

192 views with 1 answer (last answer 2 years ago)