[threefidee]

A friend of mine just sold his '69 T/A and is looking for a replacement. One of the cars he would consider is a 1971 Formula 455 HO car. The car would have to have the original motor, all matching numbers and in strong number 2 or better condition with no issues. Possibly a '71-2 GTO 455 HO again original motor and numbers matching everything. Strong number 2 or better.

I appreciate any help and will get you in touch with him on the right car.

Thanks,

Jody Traylor

[Judge273]

Jody, those are cool cars and only seen a few. Mark W has one over at Dan's from Royal?

[threefidee]

Originally Posted by Judge273

Jody, those are cool cars and only seen a few. Mark W has one over at Dan's from Royal?

They sure are! I have seen Mark's last year when we visited him during the Dream Cruise. We are asking a lot here but there are only a couple of Pontiacs on the list he would really want. He has looked at some 69 and 70 Z28's, Lift off hood Runners, SCJ Mustangs but has just not found the right car. He would also look at a very nice 70 Judge in a good color but they seem to have went a little out of his comfort area for a strong 2 or better car.

Jody

[The Boss]

There are a few out there, but good ones are hard to come by. Values tend to be slightly less than TA's in the same condition although significantly rarer. Be sure if he's looking at 71's that it has the RA option on it, as it did not come standard with the HO engine.

Best bang for the buck however will be an HO 71/72 GTO - they can be bought for less than the F-bodies and have still not been recognized by the market. My recommendation would be a WW5 72 which came with the Y99 suspension - hands down one of the best riding GTO's ever built. Once the market returns I think your friend will find the best appreciation on one of these.

[74 SD455 Formula]

PY member UncleJudge was going to be taking a 1972 455HO GTO 4spd car to Norwalk,ohio for the Tri-Power Nat's.It is Lucy Blue with a Whiye Vinyl top and Iterior.

[threefidee]

Originally Posted by The Boss

There are a few out there, but good ones are hard to come by. Values tend to be slightly less than TA's in the same condition although significantly rarer. Be sure if he's looking at 71's that it has the RA option on it, as it did not come standard with the HO engine.

Best bang for the buck however will be an HO 71/72 GTO - they can be bought for less than the F-bodies and have still not been recognized by the market. My recommendation would be a WW5 72 which came with the Y99 suspension - hands down one of the best riding GTO's ever built. Once the market returns I think your friend will find the best appreciation on one of these.

Thanks ! He could possibly do a '71 TA in Blue. I love the GTO's also, no vinyl tops though as he is not into that look. He is willing to wait for the right car but ready to buy if it comes along now.

Thanks again and if anyone has any leads at any point I appreciate the help.

Jody

[Judge273]

This guy's wish list sounds like mine...

[smaman]

Originally Posted by 74 SD455 Formula

PY member UncleJudge was going to be taking a 1972 455HO GTO 4spd car to Norwalk,ohio for the Tri-Power Nat's.It is Lucy Blue with a Whiye Vinyl top and Iterior.

I was at the show and thought that was by far the most interesting car in the for sale lot. Neat car.

[aronhk_md]

Here ya go....actually think I saw it listed for 16.9K somewhere, but not positive. Highly optioned car, but you'll have to contact for pics.

1971 Firebird Formula, 455HO - $19900 (Salisbury Maryland)

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1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula, date code correct 455HO with Muncie 4sp. Hurst shifter, excellent condition. Air Conditioning (Completely reuilt), tilt, power windows, 8Track...pretty much all the options available in 1971. Red with Black interior. PHS documented. You must see this car. 410-603-9750 or email any questions.

[threefidee]

Car was sold but I am sure it could not have been in great condition for $20,000. Thanks for the lead though !

Jody

[keith k]

Originally Posted by smaman

I was at the show and thought that was by far the most interesting car in the for sale lot. Neat car.

Me, too. If my project car Q weren't over capacity, I would have followed up on it...