1988 Pontiac Firebird

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Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is proud to present this exceptional, ultra-low-mileage 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350. Showing a remarkable 12,254 original, documented miles, this third-generation F-body stands as a museum-grade time capsule representing an increasingly rare opportunity for collectors to acquire an unmolested 1980s performance icon. Finished in striking Flame Red paint (81U/81Q / paint code U8774) accented by grey lower body striping and bold "Formula 350" door graphics, this Firebird retains its signature factory look complete with pop-up headlights, rear aero spoiler (D81), functional offset cowl-induction hood, and original 16-inch aluminum wheels wrapped in performance rubber (QDZ). Under the hood sits the top-tier 5.7-liter (350 cu. in.) Tuned Port Injection (TPI) L98 V8 engine (B2L package), delivering 225 horsepower and 330 lb-ft of low-end torque while benefitting from a factory engine oil cooler (KC4). Power is routed through GM's THM 700R4/4L60 four-speed automatic transmission (MD8/MX0)—the mandatory factory setup for the 350 TPI in 1988—and sent to a 3.27 rear differential axle ratio (GW6) with G80 limited-slip Positraction. What elevates this Formula's engineering and handling capabilities is the factory WS6 Special Performance Suspension package, endowing the chassis with high-rate sway bars, precise handling dynamics, and four-wheel power disc brakes (J65) for confident stopping power. What makes this particular Formula 350 (W66) exceptionally valuable in today's growing classic car market comes down to three major collector pillars: mileage, model rarity, and unmolested originality. While the Trans Am grabbed headlines with heavy lower body cladding, true driving enthusiasts opted for the sleeker, lighter Formula 350 to get maximum V8 performance without the added weight. Because so many of these high-torque 3rd-gen muscle cars were heavily modified, street-raced, or driven into high mileage, finding an uncracked, factory-original specimen with just 12,254 miles is virtually unheard of. Preserved right down to its engine bay tags and door-jamb VIN decals, this bird represents a rising blue-chip 80s collector vehicle. Inside, the cabin remains in exceptional preserved condition featuring Medium Dark Grey deluxe cloth bucket seats (82B/82I / AR9) that display virtually no wear, complementing a clean dash, factory tilt steering wheel (N33), and original center console. Convenience and luxury options abound, including factory manual air conditioning (C60), AM/FM cassette stereo with graphic equalizer (UX1), electric rear window defogger (C49), power windows (A31), power door locks (AU3), power rear hatch release (A90), power steering, and power brakes. To view this 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350 in greater detail, including high-definition photos and video, visit www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For pricing, additional information, or to schedule an appointment, contact our Dallas sales team at dallas@gatewayclassiccars.com, or visit our showroom located at 1250 Mustang Drive, Suite 500, Grapevine, TX 76051.

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