This 1977 Pontiac Firebird is what happens when factory attitude meets full-tilt muscle car insanity. Born in the peak years of Pontiac performance swagger, the Formula package already carried serious street cred, but this one cranks the volume way past factory limits with a brutal 460 cubic inch Pontiac V8 under the hood pushing a claimed 600 horsepower.
Built right with Eagle forged internals, JP pistons, Ram Air III heads, and a Comp camshaft, this engine is topped with an Edelbrock dual quad aluminum intake and twin 600 cfm carburetors. Long tube headers let it breathe, while Rhoads lifters keep things streetable. It is the kind of setup that idles with authority and pulls like a freight train the moment you lean into it.
Backing it all up is a Borg Warner Super T10 four speed with a McLeod clutch, feeding power through 3.55 gears and positraction. That means you are in full control of every ounce of that horsepower. A fresh suspension and brake setup with front discs makes sure it handles and stops as hard as it goes.
Visually, this Firebird keeps it classic with red driver-quality paint, black bucket seat interior, and all the right touches like dual sport mirrors, rear spoiler, and iconic 17 inch Snowflake wheels. The radio delete adds to the no-nonsense personality, reminding you this car was built to be driven, not distracted.
Second generation Firebirds have become increasingly desirable, especially real Formula cars that blend lighter weight with aggressive styling. Finding one with this level of performance build is another story entirely. This is not just a cruiser. It is a statement piece for anyone who understands what Pontiac performance was all about.
Yes - Headlights
Yes - Brake Lights
Yes - Fuel Gauge
Yes - Temperature Gauge
Yes - Tachometer
Yes - Runs
No - Heater
Yes - Turn Signals
No - Horn
Yes - Wipers
Yes - Tail Lights
Yes - Speedometer
Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge
