Spd-Kilz

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I've been wondering about changing my Formula to a Trans AM. I would keep the Formula front bumper, but add on the TA side skirts, bumper, and wing.

It would be nice to have the aggressive looks of the TA, but I'm wondering if it's really worth doing. I don't know if I want to alter the fact that it's a Formula, which is rather rare.

What are your thoughts?

ryonyanko

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I would keep it formula!! I frankly like formulas better than T/As but again thats just my opinion. (how come I can't vote?)

CJDZ24_Z28

iTrader: (75)

I sold my WS6 to get a Formula. Also in my honest opinion I think the formula front end on a Trans am doesn't look right

WS6Jim

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I have a formula and put a TA rear bumper mines Navy Blue as well



I made mine my own make yours unique the way you see fit. I tried to keep the lines clean despite all that I've done to the car.

whitdog54

iTrader: (19)

^^is that hatch with the LED 3rd brake light? slp option?

98 WS6

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^ Thats sweet.

Spd-Kilz, i'm not sure how rare a formula is, but I don't think it'd do any harm changing some stuff, it's not a Firehawk or something (not degrading your car, just saying). I've always loved your car, and I think it would look badass if you did this. If you go with a hood like above, it would look perfect. The formula front bumper looks awesome with a hood like that. Your going to need to buy a whole new hatch though. All those parts, plus paint for everything it could get a little pricey. Decide if you want that, or some heads and a FAST 90/90 instead

tmc2k1

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I wish i could find that spoiler >_<

Also i would keep it a formula. Gotta love the sleeper look

Rai

i would go for the half t/a look

... do NOT sell the formula parts // keep them in a safe place, just incase you sell the vehicle or want to change it back

3.8fury

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If it were me which I have a black formula, I would just get the ta rear bumper. But then again if I was to lower my car it would look so much better from the ***

jmurray87

iTrader: (1)

I love how the formulas look, just not the rear...looks to boring and makes it look like it sits way high. I want to get a rear t/a bumper for my car....looks better imo even with the low rise.

x2jesse1x

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Do you not have any side skirts on ur car?

Spd-Kilz

iTrader: (35)

Thanks for the compliments. I know what you're trying to say. My car is by no means rare, rather it is far more rare than a TA. My plans are to do H/C before any more appearance mods. I'm just trying to see what the general consensus is here.

Also, I know I'd need to get a whole new hatch...which then brings up the thought of doing the Heritage TA spoiler (properly, of course, and actually mold it into the car). (See picture below)

Yes, it was an SLP option on the TA Firehawks. It's called the IROC wing.

I debated doing this for the longest time. Some guy then posted pictures of it done, and it looked (IMHO) terrible without the TA wing / side skirts. So that puts this idea out of the question.


Potential Spolier (but would be molded in.):


Formula / TA look (DopeFedZ's car):

RAMPANT

iTrader: (17)

I love the look fo the Formulas, but I might be biased

Other than maybe a different hood on your car I would not change a thing.

WS6 and Firehawk styles look great, plus you will knock a few pounds off the nose of the car, which is a very good thing.

Spd-Kilz

iTrader: (35)

Also, pictures of Formula with TA bumper. I personally don't like the look of it.

fireman

I converted my '95 Formula exterior to '98up Trans am WS6.

I am strongly considering going to the '98up Firebird/Formula front bumper cover, I think it looks awesome with the T/A side skirts,rear cover, and wing.

Spd-Kilz

iTrader: (35)

I'll likely end up going with a WS6 hood (unless somehow there is a Firehawk one for sale at a reasonable price), but this is not for a while. I'll be rocking out the sleek beak for a while.

Also (totally random), but can I please shotgun your cage if you ever sell it? Thanks

97ramsst

iTrader: (162)

I kind of like the idea of a Formula being a Formula and a Trans Am being a Trans Am...but thats just me.

On a different note...Formulas are much rarer than TAs and always have been, BUT they are rarer for a reason, they are less "desirable" to most people than TAs (and I can say that because I have 2 TAs and 2 Formulas...ones a 3rd gen Formula 350!) So even though they are rarer they are never worth a lot (collectible wise) because not a lot of people want them (not just LS1 cars....but 3rd and 2nd gens as well!)

zach_ws6

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i personally dont like the look of formula's. thats why i've gone out of my way to buy 2 T/A's as opposed to a cheaper priced forumla.
the rear of those cars are kinda hideous. the spoiler might as well not even be there.
go for it!
you could keep the front bumper like dopefed did so that'll save you some money.
if peeps wanna smoother lined, less extreme looking f body, then get a camaro. a forumla is NOT a good substitute for that! IMO

WS6JIM, i like what you have done with your car. it looks great!

bballr4567

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The only thing that I would change on my Formula is the rear bumper and then I would do a dark silver CETA on it. Anything else would look weird to me IMHO.

Its so weird that Formulas arent wanted by too many people. I guess Im comfortable with the way that it looks and didnt have to have the "badassness" of a Trans Am.

'Trust'

iTrader: (24)

WS6 Formula's are probably the best looking 4th gens made. I think all you should do is get a WS6 hood and some nice wheels/tires, wide meats on the back. The car would be sick.

Example:





Both of those belonged to Nine Ball.