1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Auto
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- Photo: Pontiac Firebird 2 by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula 7.5L v8 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Firebird 2 -- 07-09-2009 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Firebird ('12 Les chauds vendredis) by Bull-Doser at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Firebird (4199793207) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Auto is a 160-hp 5.7-liter V8 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 160 horsepower.
The Firebird measures 196.8 inches long on a 108.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.7L Pontiac V8 OHV, 2-barrel carburetor |
| Displacement | 5.7 L |
| Horsepower | 160 hp |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 98.4 x 95.3 |
| Injection Type | 2-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic (Turbo-Hydramatic 350) |
| 1st Gear | 2.52 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.52 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 2.07 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 20.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Coil-spring independent |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle with leaf springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Heavy-duty |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Heavy-duty |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | FR78-15 |
| Tires Rear | FR78-15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.8 in |
| Width | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in |
| Front Track | 61.3 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 45.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1976 Pontiac FIREBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Sep 7, 1976 · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
NHTSA campaign 76V132000
May 11, 1976 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA campaign 76V070000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1976 Pontiac FIREBIRD
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1976 Pontiac FIREBIRD. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1976 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.