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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:27 PM
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1997-...QQcmdZViewItem

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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:30 PM
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Looks like a real Formula WS6 to me . You don't see them too often.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:34 PM
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thats what kind of threw me off, looks like somebody jsut threw the ws6 badges on a formula?
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:44 PM
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That car looks clean as hell! Definately has a new paint job. Makes me want to put new paint rims and a hood on my '94 Formula. And engine, tranny, clutch, shocks, bushings,carpets, weatherstripping, windshield wipers,headlights,differential, light bulbs,trims, radio, seats, power window motors, keyless remote batteries, and so on.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 02:55 PM
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Its a real WS6


VIN 2G2FV22P4V2232192
VEHICLE BUILD
Merchandising Model : 2FV87 -1997 FIREBIRD FORMULA
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating : 1922 kg (4238 lb) Order Number : XLB234
Build Date : 06/17/1997 Build Plant : 2V2F - STE THERESE ASSEMBLY GM-CANADA
OPTION CODES
AAA - STANDARD EQUIPMENT PROCESSING OPTION AG1 - POWER SEAT, DRIVER 6-WAY
AK5 - DRIVER & PASSENGER AIRBAG AR9 - SEAT, RECLIN BUCKET W/LEATHER
AU0 - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY AU3 - POWER DOOR LOCKS
A31 - POWER WINDOWS CC1 - LOCKING HATCH ROOF, REMOVABLE
C49 - DEFOGGER, ELEC REAR WINDOW C60 - AIR CONDITIONING, CUSTOM
DE4 - HATCH ROOF SUNSHADES, REMOVABLE DG7 - MIRRORS, SPORT LH/RH POWER
DL5 - DECAL ROADSIDE SERVICE FE2 - SUSPENSION SYSTEM, HANDLING
FE9 - FEDERAL EMISSION CERTIFICATION GU6 - 3.4 RATIO REAR AXLE
G80 - DIFFERENTIAL, LIMITED SLIP IP3 - TRIM INTERIOR DESIGN
J65 - BRAKES, PWR 4-WHL,DISC FRT & RR KG9 - GENERATOR, 140 AMP
K34 - CRUISE CONTROL, RESUME SPEED LT1 - 5.7 LITER SFI V8 ENGINE
MM6 - TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED MANUAL MN6 - TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED MANUAL
NF2 - FEDERAL EMISSIONS - TIER 1 NP5 - STEERING WHEEL, LEATHER WRAPPED W/LEATHER WRAPPED SHIFT ****
N66 - WHEELS, 17" CAST ALUMINUM PBT - TEMP. WHL & TIRE-UPFITTER DLVY
QFK - TIRES, P275/40ZR17 SPEED RATED R6L - DEALER SPECIFIC PROTECTED
R8V - WS6 SHIP THRU ASSIGN STE - ASM PLT ST. THERESE
T78 - HEADLAMP CONTROL DELETE UA6 - CONTENT THEFT ALARM
UB3 - RALLY GAGES W/TACHOMETER UK3 - STEERING WHEEL RADIO CONTROLS W/LEATHER APPOINTMENT GROUP
U75 - POWER ANTENNA VK3 - LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT
VM3 - BUMPER STD IMPACT 5 MPH FRT &RR V73 - VEHICLE CERTIFICATION U.S.
WS6 - RAM AIR PERFORM.& HANDLING PKG: * RAM AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM * FUNCTIONAL AIR SCOOPS * 5-SPOKE 17" HIGH POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS * P275/40ZR17 SPEED RATED TIRES * DUAL OVAL HIGH POLISHED EXHAUST OUTLETS * SPECIFIC TUNED SUSPENSION WS9 - FORMULA OPTION
W55 - RADIO ETR AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC PLAYER GRAPHIC EQUALIZER INCL. CLOCK, SEEK UP/DOWN MONSOON 500 WATT PEAK POWER W/10 SPEAKER PREMIUM SOUND (REPLACES RADIO IN OPTION PKG) W66 - FORMULA OPTION
1SB - OPTION GROUP - 1SB * POWER DOOR LOCKS * POWER WINDOWS, EXPRESS DOWN DRIVER'S SIDE * MIRRORS, SPORT, LH/RH POWER * DEFOGGER, ELECT REAR WINDOW * RADIO, ETR AM/FM STEREO W/ COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, INC CLOCK, SEEK UP/DOWN AND 4 SPEAKER COAX SOUND SYSTEM * CRUISE CONTROL, RESUME SPEED 1SZ - VALUE GROUP SAVINGS
52I - TRIM, TAUPE 523 - TRIM, TAUPE LEATHER
6AB - COMPONENT FRT LH COMPUT SEL SUS 7AB - COMPONENT FRT RH COMPUT SEL SUS
8HR - COMPONENT RR LH COMPUT SEL SUSP 81U - PAINT, BRIGHT RED
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by super302
thats what kind of threw me off, looks like somebody jsut threw the ws6 badges on a formula?
The WS6 package was available on the Formula, but not that many came with it.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 03:22 PM
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It actually kinda looks like a good deal, but you'll never know till you put your hands on it. Probly has an old hot cam in it and I bet it has gears to.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 03:41 PM
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He's callin' it a Trans Am though, when it's not.

And something looks wrong with the hood. I thought it was aftermarket just on account of the poor fittment.
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Old Aug 26, 2005 | 04:12 PM
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That's what a 97 WS6 looks like.
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Old Aug 27, 2005 | 04:52 AM
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http://www.projectcamaro.com/history4-2.htm
ProjectCamaro.com- RPO and VIN Breakdown will tell you everything
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 01:25 PM
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i dont know thats a toughy.
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 02:30 PM
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is the formula a ws9 code? if it is its not on the break down on the other post. mine has the ws9 code on the door.
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 03:02 PM
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its a little off topic but SOMWS62001 i love your car, that is sick.
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 03:19 PM
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thanks back on topic
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 03:23 PM
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All TA are a WS9 1st then another code replaces it making it a Trans AM
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 04:27 PM
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formula ws6's arent so great looking....its like "hey we could make something really badass OR we could do this"....i wouldnt get anything but a t/a ws6, just IMO
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 12:32 PM
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IMO the LT1 Formula WS6 looks much better than the LS1 Formula WS6.
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Coy
IMO the LT1 Formula WS6 looks much better than the LS1 Formula WS6.
for sure, LT1's look badazz
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Old Sep 3, 2005 | 06:22 PM
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that hood looks like ******* walmart ****!
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Old Sep 7, 2005 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 1993CaMaRoZ28ofIdAhO
that hood looks like ******* walmart ****!
i agree
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