Formula owners: Ever get tired of having to explain what a Formula is?
06-07-2007, 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by DrkPhynx
Hmm, I would argue that you have a true Firehawk, rather than a Trans Am with a Firehawk pacakge applied to it. Thus, there is no need to call it a "Formula Firehawk", as it's somewhat redundant. 
I know it's probably *just* me, but since it started out as a Formula, and for good reason, and was always a Formula until the very end, they are the only TRUE Firehawks, IMO.
I know it's probably *just* me, but since it started out as a Formula, and for good reason, and was always a Formula until the very end, they are the only TRUE Firehawks, IMO.
But I try not to hate any f-bodies... I give them all love... well maybe not the V6 ones
06-07-2007, 02:23 PM
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Pain in the *** to explain if you ask me.... The only people around here who get it either had a formula at one time, still do, or got their asses kicked by one. Even alot of the TA guys don't know what one is.... *shakes head*
06-07-2007, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by DrkPhynx
lol, I know I've seen Formy's that said Firebird over the Phoenix on the back (between the tail-lights). If you removed yours, or didn't come that way on your year, I stand corrected.
06-07-2007, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by DrkPhynx
lol, I know I've seen Formy's that said Firebird over the Phoenix on the back (between the tail-lights). If you removed yours, or didn't come that way on your year, I stand corrected.
06-07-2007, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Blackhawk777
Pain in the *** to explain if you ask me.... The only people around here who get it either had a formula at one time, still do, or got their asses kicked by one. Even alot of the TA guys don't know what one is.... *shakes head*
06-07-2007, 05:11 PM
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bad Aerodynamics? They have a sleeker aerodynmic design than TA's do. If any thing a TA is a Formula with bad Aerodynamics. they have more of a straight line appearance. I'd say if you wind tunnel tested one it would have less drag than a TA.
06-07-2007, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by thecorrectformula
bad Aerodynamics? They have a sleeker aerodynmic design than TA's do. If any thing a TA is a Formula with bad Aerodynamics. they have more of a straight line appearance. I'd say if you wind tunnel tested one it would have less drag than a TA.
06-08-2007, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by thecorrectformula
bad Aerodynamics? They have a sleeker aerodynmic design than TA's do. If any thing a TA is a Formula with bad Aerodynamics. they have more of a straight line appearance. I'd say if you wind tunnel tested one it would have less drag than a TA.
06-10-2007, 03:37 PM
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yeah, It also depends on the person you are telling, if they know nothing about f-body's i just say its a TA, cause i do get it alot on people asking, what's a formula? or does it have a V8?
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06-10-2007, 07:20 PM
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I like having a Formula over a T/A. I get crap from people at school saying "Your car is slow cuz its only a firebird and it only has a v6" You should see the looks on their faces when I take em for a ride! 
Then you get the ricers that pull up next to ya and laugh when they dont see the ram air hood or the high rise spoiler, but refuse to look over at me when I beat them to the next traffic light by 10+ car lengths. It definatly pulls off the "sleeper" look perfectly!
Then you get the ricers that pull up next to ya and laugh when they dont see the ram air hood or the high rise spoiler, but refuse to look over at me when I beat them to the next traffic light by 10+ car lengths. It definatly pulls off the "sleeper" look perfectly!
06-10-2007, 10:59 PM
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There arent many birds/ tas here. And i only know of one formy, a yellow 93. People always ask me if mine has a V8, but sadly i only have six. I also like to get a light next to a ricer, tey rev it up and sound like a pissed off bumble bee. i just floor it and never look back. This one guy in a SUNFIRE asked me to race him. He said since it was a 6 it wasnt that much faster...needless to say i beat him, then he asked to drive my bird. loser.
06-11-2007, 03:37 AM
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It definatly pulls off the "sleeper" look perfectly!
06-11-2007, 05:44 AM
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Originally Posted by koolaid_kid
For the first 6 years or so after I purchased my Formula (new in Feb 97) when I told people I owned a Formula, I drew a blank stare. "Well, it's a V6 body with a Trans Am drivetrain." Then they sort of understood. Now I just say that I have a Trans Am and they get it immediately. Grrr.
Anyone else have this? When talking to non-fbody persons, of course.
Anyone else have this? When talking to non-fbody persons, of course.
06-11-2007, 11:00 AM
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can i still be in the family 
..? i got a 95 formula with the t/a front end, side skirts and hatch that i threw on. i still got my emblems on ! I have no clue what to call my car now ! haha help me out.
..? i got a 95 formula with the t/a front end, side skirts and hatch that i threw on. i still got my emblems on ! I have no clue what to call my car now ! haha help me out. 
06-11-2007, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by LS69TA
Atleast most know it's a Pontiac. I had several people ask me about my "Camaro" when I had the '01 WS6. Nothing surprises me anymore.
