1-of-41 1995 Firehawk with 315 HP LT1 V8 and 6-speed manual surfaces in highly original condition ahead of annual rally.
A rare and remarkably preserved 1995 Pontiac Firebird Formula Firehawk has surfaced for sale, offering collectors a chance to own one of just 41 produced in Medium Dark Purple Metallic. With only 671 Firehawks built for the 1995 model year, this example represents a unique chapter in Pontiac’s performance legacy—and arrives just in time for the 31st annual Firehawk Rally set to take place this July.
Jointly developed by Pontiac and Street Legal Performance (SLP), the Firehawk was a high-performance variant of the Firebird Formula. In 1995, the Firehawk packed a 315-horsepower 5.7-liter LT1 V8—15 more horsepower than the standard Formula—thanks to the optional SLP Performance Exhaust Package. This car is equipped with the desirable T56 six-speed manual transmission, paired with a 3.42-geared Positraction rear axle.
Wearing its original paint and subtle Firehawk decals, this hatchback offers unassuming looks with true muscle car capability. The dual exhaust outlets, special 17-inch wheels, and understated bodywork differentiate it from its more aggressive Trans Am sibling. Inside, it features supportive Graphite leather sport seats, a factory Hurst shifter, and a Firehawk production plaque identifying this car as #450.
With 58,228 miles showing on the odometer—though the true mileage is unknown—the car remains in largely original condition. Cosmetic imperfections include a few scrapes to the chin and rear valance, and minor wear is visible underneath, including surface rust and some oil residue on the drivetrain. The pop-up headlights, CD changer, and most electronics function as intended, though the driver’s seat requires attention for a loose mount and the power mirror is partially inoperative.
Firehawks were born to fly under the radar—built for those who wanted power without the pomp. With its low production numbers, factory 6-speed, and iconic F-body lineage, this 1995 Firehawk is a rare bird in the collector market—an opportunity not likely to last long.
