Overview & Reviews

Pontiac upgrades the Firebird in several ways for 1997. Performance freaks will appreciate the addition of Ram Air induction to the options list of the Formula and Trans Am convertibles. Audiophiles will be blown away by the newly optional 500-watt Monsoon sound system. Luxury intenders can get power seats swathed in leather this year. Safety-conscious buyers will find daytime running lights. Additional cosmetic and comfort items keep the fourth-generation Firebird fresh for its fifth year.

• Good looks, powerful base V-6 engine, better value than Mustang

• Hefty size, seating positions, insurance costs, macho image

User Reviews:

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  love my car - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By Soggy - September 22 - 6:06 am

  all my friends drive the usual herd cars, but this one always gets the looks. Have had it for over 7 years now, and still love this. It stands out in the parking lot, performs really well, except for minor repairs, it works pretty darn fine. Picks up speed fast, and I really like the rocketship feel of the car. Just wish that they had done something about the passenger bump and some more space in the trunk.

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  1997 Firebird - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By John - August 10 - 4:13 pm

  My dad bought me this car for my 16th birthday and I love it. It has had some minor problems with the driver window motor and the power steering hose broke. But other than that I have had only standard maintenance on it. With the 3.8 liter v6 it has enough power to keep up with some V8s and has enough power to smoke the tires. I have fun driving it but in rain and snow it is not the best vehicle on the road. My firebird is silver with T-Tops and in the summer is fun to drive overall I believe that for a 16 yr old like me this is the perfect car. and my next car will be a firebird.

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  Great Car - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By Chadwick - April 24 - 10:00 am

  This car is awesome. Its sleek design and stylish looks combined with the raw power of the engine make this car one of my favorites.

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  A great American muscle car - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By TransAmChick - January 27 - 2:20 am

  97 Pontiac Trans Am. Love my baby! I bought this car used (one owner), and its now 11 years old, but youd never know it. Its been very dependable and hasnt given me any major problems, except that I go through rotors fairly fast even though Im not hard on braking. Obviously not recommended for everyone, but its awesome to drive. Its my daily driver, and I put about 8,000 miles on it annually. Not too good in the snow, but if youve driven RWD before, youll know what to expect - Traction control helps. If you have a "beater" and can keep a car like this in the garage in the winter, thats the best option. Its a shame GM doesnt make these anymore; they are sorely missed.

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  97 trans am ws - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By art hicks - August 30 - 2:00 am

  terrible in snow. computer (ses) light is very sensative to aftermarket modifications, otherwise no major problems at 37000 miles.

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  Trans Am Forever - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By Trans Am Man - July 22 - 2:00 am

  Awsome looking, sleek, powerful, awsome stereo, comfertable, 30mpg highway, reliable, what more do i need to say?

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  big bang for low buck - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By stankemp - May 29 - 10:00 am

  I have 138000 miles on the car now. Specs are :Formula pkg+sport suspension+6 speed. Tires replaced with Dunlop Sport 9000s-no hydroplane , big bite in the curves. Everyone in the family likes to drive this car! Some early problems with wiper controls/speed control and headlight motor. Also need to replace a stress cracked windshield.No problems since 25k miles.

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  97 Formula Hatchback - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By Joshua Williams - April 4 - 2:00 am

  Great style, unexpected great gas mileage for a v8, gut wrenching torque, great fun ripping through the gears, rides nice, great interior layout, handles any curve you can throw at it, lots of third party support for this vehicle, an american icon, FAST!!!

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  Good Driving Car, Solid - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By Jake2007 - February 17 - 10:30 pm

  This car is an excellent car to drive, its real solid, the power is not too bad either, the formulas were actually faster than the Trans Ams, with a 5.7 second 0-60 compared to the Trans Ams 6.1 second 0-60.

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  Great Summer Car! - 1997 Pontiac Firebird
  By austin - August 27 - 8:53 pm

  This is a wonderful car, my grandmother bought this car in 1997 brand new and although it has had some major problems I still love this car. Fuel pump replaced twice and the plugs and wires have been changed every summer we pull it out of storage since it was about four years old. Car has great acceleration and good feel when shifting this 5-speed. Excellent fuel economy (23/35) when driving like this car was meant to be driven (fast). Some problems have occured at about 60k miles such as the window motors going out and the radio but thats to be expected. This car is very dangerous in the winter on ice as we live in michigan so it is only driven in the summer. Very nice car for the money!