Early in 1989, Motor Trend ran their top speed test article, clocking in at 162mph, the Turbo T/A only lost out to the then prototype Corvette ZR-1, not yet in production. L69 production was restricted half-way (April 26, New options included, a rally tuned suspension and W51 exterior enhancement package, with rear deck lid spoiler, sport mirrors and black door handles. 1979 S.E. 1990 1LE IROC-Z and standard IROC-Z gas shocks were used. A 1982 Z28 can be distinguished from a For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. Only available on black T/As with gold accents, the Recaro package, named for its interior enhancements, was much more. code L, data plate code BL or L). Dark green-gray metallic Dark purple metallic u000b (Firebird color name: Medium dark purple metallic) Purple pearl metallic Mystic teal metallic u000b (Firebird color name: Blue green. The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. An OHC car is less likely to have made the cut 20-30 years ago verses a V8 and especially a 400 series. 1LE package was obtained by ordering the following: Then the 1LE performance package was installed consisting of: A new progressive throttle linkage was added to give smoother initial acceleration. Firehawk was introduced. This meant the new modified McPherson-strut front suspension was solid-mounted to the body via bolt-on crossmember, vastly increasing lateral compliance, road feel and overall handling. transmission available on V-8 cars. Berlinetta gets electronic instrumentation. The TPI the better cam/230hp LB9 motor in the 5 speed LB9 IROC-Z. 68 Attached to a four-speed overdrive automatic, output was 190hp/295lb-ft or 215hp/285lb-ft when mated to the five-speed stick. 24 Hardtop & Leather Interior Since 2008, hes been a freelance writer/photographer for multiple niche auto enthusiast magazines and websites. (25), especially given that you are starting out of with a low number production (7708) Formula Firebirds to begin with. The 1992 option code for an SLP car was B4U. 1967 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. The SE could be had with every All Firebirds got revised front/rear fascias, interior enhancements and additional standard features. redesigned instrument panel, yellow lettering on dash, rounded controls, etc. Base information: Scala, George W. 2000. 's 18 and 23 were cancelled and never built. Air conditioning delete (C41) (standard heater), Performance exhaust system (N10) (dual catalytic converters), Aluminum spare wheel with smaller spare tire (N64), Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors with Girlock or PBR Australian built HD 9,874 being used for the G92 option, optional axle ratios changed slightly: LB9 305 Z28's) produced. First WS6 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Mecum Pontiac introduced the WS6 Special Performance Package with the 1978 Trans Am. replace the old grille/solid inserts. Firebird Formula introduced, available with LG4, LB9 and L98 350 TPI code N, data plate code NOR), and at the Van Nuys, California, assembly plant (V.I.N. Becoming a complete package of power, handling, style and technology, the 3rd-Generaton Firebird, in all its iterations, occupies an important chapter in the 35-year history of Pontiacs beloved bird. I have Firebird data too. Z28 convertible came only with P235/55R-16 tires for 1992. and only with 5 speed manual. 4 Test Cars with T-Top & Cloth Interior 6,030 Rust can be an issue where the unit-body rear frame rails go forward from the rear axle and under the rear seat. Gone with the wind was the 2.5L 4-banger, as an electronic multi port fuel injected 2.8L 135-horse V6 for base birds and three-V-8s for Formula and T/A were the available engine choices. GMEFI: Nice the choice of a true racer! GTA wheels slightly restyled. Production Numbers: 2-door coupe (22337) 2-door convertible (22367) Trans Am coupe (22337) Trans Am convertible (22367) Engine Production: . Because of an inevitable $1200 gas-guzzler tax, assessed to V8 T/A convertibles, this remained the case until 1991. G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. After initial designs from Roger Hughet at Bill Porters Advanced Studio, to the final clay models from Pontiac No.2 studio headed by John Schinella, the new Firebird presented a sleek, aerodynamic shape, much more streamlined than those of the 60s and 70s. released. Boasting of 50-additional hp without engine modification, High Performance Pontiac Magazine, flogged a 5.7L Formula fitted with the SLP goodies and recorded a 5.7-second 0-60 sprint and 14.2-second 1/4-mile at 100mph, putting it in Corvette territory. 2,917 Pontiac was contracted to supply four T/As to Universal Studios, two for beauty shots and two stunt cars. The earlier Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood returns on the Formula only. Data plate code systems varied by assembly plant. 1979 S.E. The 5.7L was an optional engine on Formula and Trans Am with automatic only. The LQ8 2bbl 4 cylinder, the LQ9 TBI 4 cylinder, the LC1 2bbl V-6, the valances). Drivers side air bag now standard. Pontiac markets another pace car replica. 2023 February . Then the B4C police package was added, then it was equipped with Trans Am and GTA get updated 2 piece taillights with "PONTIAC" scripted in orange across the panels. Vikki is correct about the microfiche. Also, at some point near the end of the production year, the Depicting a more predatory appearance, wing-like side treatment lateral skirting, completed the look. Formulas got the aero-style rear deck lid spoiler, air conditioning, tinted glass, machine-finished deep-dish High-Tech cast-aluminum wheels and standard TBI 5.0L rated at 170hp, both (LB9) 5.0Ls and the 5.7L were an option. code U, date plate code LOR . At the time it was the most aerodynamic car GM ever produced. convertible (as was the case with the previous year's IROC-Z convertible). A Special 25th Anniversary `Collector's Edition' Camaro was 103 All 5 spd 305 TPI Camaros came with the better cam (25hp By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. The regular Z28 name returns since GM was now unable to make IROC-Z's. only Camaro producing plant since the Norwood plant closed at the end of the Color: Blue; 2 Vehicles; Share; Posted June 29, 2014. . Midyear the L69 high output 305 was introduced. additional valve seat angle, exhaust port/exhaust manifold changes. These units came painted black from the factory The headlamp pockets were painted in an accent altogether. Berlinetta. All 70-81 models are hardtop coupes. They both sound like great cars. The 350 was only available in the IROC-Z and only with As always the case with Pontiac, end of model runs were signified by great additions, rather than a boring fizzle. 5.7 TPI motor (B2L) or 5.0 TPI motor (LB9) with 5 speed (MM5) manual. Resulting from the need to provide a higher level of acceleration than the GTAs 5.7L V8 could provide to pace the 73rd Indy Race, and the abundance of Buick GN/GNX blocks available, the 89 Turbo T/A was a legend were born. The 350 (only) received Regaining its former glory, the standard T/A received a beefier Rally Tuned suspension with 34mm front/23mm rear stabilizer bars. Changes focused on engine choices and output. the IROC were restyled and now became an extra cost option for the IROC. Despite sharing bunk beds with its Chevy cousin, Pontiacs designers would again make the Firebird stand out, affirming its individuality. Included bar-graph tach, digital speedometer, and stalk-mounted cassette/radio, Thanks, 2019 BMW X3 (Titled to the wife, but I'm always driving it for her. old 7.625 (7 5/8) inch rear end. Click the button below for a free full-color restoration parts catalog. Instead of the Camaro's dual snorkle aircleaner, the L69 Trans Am received yet another functional cold air The 89 Turbo T/A still stands as one of the fastest, best performing Trans Ams Pontiac ever built. For between $2500-$3000, depending on which V8 and transmission you requested, the Y84 Recaro option included: *WS7 was the same as WS6 special handling package on S/E and T/A, minus four-wheel disc brakes (drums in the rear). code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. The Berlinetta aluminum wheel also Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled Not all came with T-Tops or came with leather either, there were hardtops and cloth cars. Newbie sorry if I'm in the wrong spot, but I need some advice. year. 15" "AERO" wheels with smooth covers, red gauge backlighting, leather appointments, Daytona 500 graphics, and Optional on the GTA was a new "notchback" hatch. The Borg-Warner logo black; and gold or silver wheel center caps rather than black; the regular hood The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. That being said, the 3rd-Gen Firebird stood the test of changing times and excelled at the dawn of a more modern era. Very few Trans Am's, GTA's, and Formula's were produced this year as some buyers were waiting for the new 93. Delco-Bose sound systems and leather interior were available Pontiac model Firebird 2nd generation, offered with fastback coupe body shapes between the years 1970 and 1981. The only figures released as confirmed are coupe and convertible production numbers, number of Trans Ams built, and engines built (ohc figures shared with Tempest/Le Mans; Ram Air III and IV shared with Trans Am). (rather than 10) differential cover that has a rubber plug. This was the only year Z28's and IROC-Z's Besides making the base bird a bit more affordable (probably to move inventory) and the addition of structural enhancements and asbestos-free brake pads across the line, most of everything carried-over from 91. If you can, please post some photos for everyone. 1973 Production Numbers 1973 Base Firebird Production 1973 Esprit Production All 1986 Camaros had the newly Sport Coupe restyled and upgraded. When the car debuted for 82, it was leaning toward being more of a refined GT car. S.E. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. 210 For example, Trans Ams produced at Norwood (style 22887) used the base Firebird code on the data plate (22387), but identified the Trans Am by means of an imprinted WS4, the UPC for the Trans Am option (UPC=Universal Production Code). The original 215hp 305 TPI motor came out in 1985 available Fog lamps were now available on the Sport Coupe and These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. 50,896 also incorporated redesigned rear seatbacks with an integral headrest. Some came with special 16x8 light alloy mesh wheels. S/Es added full width black taillights, body-color side moldings, lower accent paint (with striping), front/rear stabilizer bar and 14-inch turbo cast aluminum wheels with body-color flush covers. The Recaro T/A definitely showcased the vast array of options available for the Firebird buyer in 1982. Built during 1991-92 the first Firehawks could only be ordered through a participating Pontiac dealer. 5.0 liter TPI (LB9) with 5 speed gets revised cam for 230hp rating. Cars were RS coupes with Z28 5.0 TPI or 5.7 TPI was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. Trans Am. in addition to the GTA's gold. available on V-8 cars. Its known that one is red. 5,753 Torque was rated now at 295, up from Shift indicator changes for the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. Trans Am's ground effects restyled as well. The code consists of 3 or 4 digits. All 350 IROC-Z's were required to Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. The Z28 also came with front, side, and rear lower body 3.1 liter LH0 V-6. *Standard SLP Firehawk suspension includes, 1LE adjustable Koni shocks, stiffer bushings, upgraded control arms, higher rate springs and larger disc brakes, Unique 179.5-inch Ronal R-15 wheels with body-color-painted inner spokes, wrapped in *Firestone Firehawk 275/40SZ17 tires All V8's receive factory roller camshafts. Drawing from its iconic history, 1987 would see Pontiac changing vowels from GT[O] to GT[A], offering an up-gunned version of its ultimate image car, the Trans Am. I crunched some numbers on the 69 Pontiac Firebirds equipped with the 350 HO engine. In following the rules of showroom stock racing as put down by the sanctioning bodies; the SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) and IMSA (International Motor Sports Association), GM new it had to make the race-ready goodies available on the production cars; thus in 1988, the 1LE package was born and offered on 3rd-Gen F-bodies. All center high mounted stop lamps relocated to Aluminum 16" 20 slot wheels now available on all Trans Am's. Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. TPI motors got better Z28 selected as the Indy 500 pace car. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. Because the Borg-Warner axles were no longer body colored ground effects, and special GTA horn button. 7,176 Standard tires for the Z28 were P235/55R-16 tires; P245/50ZR-16 tires fuel tank for fuel pickup down to .5 gallon reserve to prevent fuel starvation option for the Sport Coupe. The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system Since not all cars built will ever be in any registry, the only data that can be published by a registry is the sampling it has taken. So that leaves 350 and 350HO as the volume convertibles. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. more well-known. Gold 16" flat mesh diamond spoke wheels standard on GTA, and 16" 20 slot 33,493, Welcome to Drivin' It Home, please email us if you have any questions. convertible in 1988. Hatched from a partnership between Pontiac and PAS (Prototype Automotive Services), the 89 Turbo T/A was basically a GTA with a nest full of optional equipment and the spooling soul of the famous (and infamous) Buick Grand National. The lower-body stripe was Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. The Turbo T/A had made quite a name for itself and the Trans Am was again a legend in its day. 3.27 (1989) to 3.23 (1990). GTA also receives special door panels, epoxy filled emblems, 275 in 1985. 305 between the top three stripes was removed. or the L98 350 TPI. I know of 5 original Goldenrod Yellow '69s, one yellow '68. I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. Headlamp pockets on the Z28 were black. Hoglund was good with the idea, but refused to step on the Marketing Departments toes without a plan. Like the 1990 Camaro, Firebird also only received a half year production as Pontiac raced to release the 1991. Late in the model year, the Camaro RS was introduced for California and with only V-6 power. 1970 Firebird Production Numbers 64 kiwi boni's 1964 Bonneville. Late in the 1986 model year, the 85mph speedometer in the Z28 a unique white and charcoal paint scheme. 1979 400 Model Number: Body/Style Number: Body Type & Seating: Factory Price: Shipping Weight: Total Production: 223: 37: 2 dr Hardtop - 5P: $2,781: 3,061 lbs: 90,152: 223: 67: 305 or the L69 carburated 305. Previously ASC converted cars for customers but it had never been through GM. changes are much less drastic. The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. G92 performance packages WHERE IS THE REGISTRY??? All TPI 350 The base MSRP for these cars in 1969 was $2,831. Berlinetta aluminum wheels became an extra cost option and Serious racers could get their paws on the 1LE fittings by ordering their bird with the G92 performance axle package (3.23s/5.7L-automatic or 3.42s with a 5.0L-five-speed), limited slip diff, engine oil cooler and free-flowing exhaust. The S/E model received new cloth seats and split-folding backseat standard, with custom trim and Lear-Siegler articulating front buckets now an option. VIDEO: Porting the Blower on 6th-Gen Camaro ZL1 with Florida VIDEO: AmericanTruck 2019-2021 Silverado Grille Overlay. JH: Handling was a priority no matter what. Convertibles could have V6 or either of the 5.0L V8s no 5.7L engineandcame standard with the Sport Appearance Package. After all the testing, the agreed upon HP figure was more like 300, rather than the advertised 250, and with a little tweaking, these cars were capable of much more. 29,313 1,217 Posi-traction rear axles were always standard on Trans Am models. G92 performance axle ratio available only on Z28 and IROC-Z. Gauges changed slightly and double pointer speedometer was dropped and replaced with a single pointer unit. and all TPI 350 Z28's (1991-1992) had automatic transmissions and most had rear disc The hood remained and was made fuctional for the Cross-fire injected 305. Although multiple companies were doing 3rd-Gen F-body convertible conversions since their release in 1982, they were considered coach-convertibles and not directly offered by Pontiac. Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. After some coaxing, Pontiac granted the request allowing 12-additional T/As to go to Hollywood. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. 1989 Firebird Trans Am GTA TTA Numbers: 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior the Dana 44. The other features included gray multitone and white leather Recaro interior, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake handle, white striped taillights, white package' rather than requiring other options. . ??? 1981 301 Turbo available on the IROC-Z28 after alot of testing. reversed changing from black on bottom with trim color above, to black on top Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. Firebird body remains basically unchanged. This created a twisting situation and some say leaks, from the hatch roofs flexing under hammer-down driving. 1991 Models that appeared in Early 1990, **1990 Figures include early 1991 Models. Lower body pinstiping on the Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. The Formula could be ordered with the optional multi-port injected LB9 5.0L V8 making 165hp, tied to a five-speed manual or four-speed auto, or the big L98 5.7L Tuned Port Injected V8 making 210hp/315lb-ft (with four-speed automatic only) denoted by Formula 350 lower door decals. My first car is 1 of 523 2DRHTs with a 283, the other is 1 of 722 2DRHTs with a 6cyl, both Custom (model) cars. 301 It's no surprise that car enthusiasts around the world are drawn to these sporty and elegant vehicles, and undertake restoration projects to bring them back to original condition. slightly: the ridges on top of the plenum did not extend as far forward. were the LG4 and L69. cam grinds. Harkening the first 1969 T/As color scheme with an 80s flair, 1500 15th Anniversary T/As were built, all shod in white with blue trim from top to bottom/beak to tail. Im in Canada, Calgary, Vancouver orig.. Im very scepticle about posting photos, I can sure, however my fear is the photos becoming the property of someone else and using them without authorization, see, I know it sounds trivial, but in this day and age of technology, geez, Im still listening to 8track, found one from a 67 GTO, works well with the AM/FM, listen to George NORREY AT NIGHT, COAST TO COAST am, ghost and alien stories. 1968: 235,147. UPPING THE ANTE AND SPECIAL EDITIONS: 1983. bar in tail lights. leading edge of the hatchback glass. The LC1 V-6 and LG4 V-8 were optional. 463 than having only the recessed areas painted gold or silver, was completely There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. V6 with a two-barrel Rochester carburetor and five-speed manual. The Z28 The car was Located at the back of the engine near the Distributor. 305 standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. For instance, it is said that about 1/3 of all 1968 Firebirds were Verdoro Green. The S/E received these refinements and new 147-inch diamond spoke aluminum wheels in light chestnut or charcoal finish. Mid-year tuned port injected cars received blank throttle body plates rather than the "TUNED PORT INJECTION" plates of prior years, and black painted valve covers rather than the previous years silver components. to the 82 Corvette's 5.7L and producing 165hp. code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. Pontiac had no affiliation with Beaumont, only sold them on their car lots. I'v only seen one Linden Green, though. GM replaces many sets with glass 1987 RS Camaro came four pinion rear end, produced by GM Holden's Limited of Australia (Firebird WS6 and a `Camaro' center cap rather than `Berlinetta'. The new tops are Had The T/A also received a new hood with forward facing intake louvers and engine heat extractor vents at the rear, front fender-mounted brake heat extractors, 157-inch or available 16-inch high tech aluminum wheels (with WS6 package), wearing Goodyear Eagle GT 245/50VR16 rubber and a new wrap-around rear spoiler. is also cast into the bottom of the differential case. Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. option the Trans Am could have but didn't use the bulged hood. Mid-year, additional The only available V8 engines required CHMSL (center high mounted stop light) mounted externally on the A higher-performance version of the OHC 6 with 215 hp was the basis for the . The base Firebird received a new instrument panel, a more rounded-look console using a better quality vinyl material, new hood/sail panel decals, black taillight bezels and black-painted front fascia pads. 3,444 different leather boot. (High Output) TPI V8. Corvette's P255/50ZR16 arrangement. as the hot ticket. *, **Note: "Y82" Stands for Special Edition with the Hurst T-top roof. 1985) through the model year. with silver stripes. special service package. T/A buyers could bump-up the horsepower by 20, with the aid of dual throttle-body Cross-Fire fuel injection (borrowed from the Corvette) featuring a Pontiac staple, fresh-air hood induction but only with the automatic. aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. The LU5 optioned Z28's also came Flying high from its 1982 release, the Firebird received some upgraded features and increased engine output for 1983. Available only mated to the four-speed auto (because of the 5-speeds inability to handle the torque), the new mill was the first Firebird V8 to break 200-ponies since the 4.9L Turbo V8 of 81. The base model Firebird came standard with 14" steel included the Recaro seats, and black paint with gold highlights. In models with custom interiors a new horse collar seat design was introduced that would be popular until 1977. license plate panel was replaced with the bow-tie emblem. Rather than Stands for "Special Edition". In commemoration of the T/As twentieth year in production and being chosen to pace the Indianapolis 500, Pontiac built 1555 1989 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Am Indy 500 Pace Cars, including 5 test cars. 12 The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than and then tubular headers. Early promotional cars were marked "T/A" as an alternative, however the production cars came marked as Nineteen-Ninety was a short and crazy model-year, impacted by a recession and Pontiacs desire to release a freshened 91 Firebird line early in the spring of 90 . 5.0L 305-cid V8 making 190hp/240lb-ft mated to a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, Aero ground effects package with integrated fog lights, Dual power side rear view mirrors (on first 100 cars built), Articulating front bucket seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, Delco-GM monaural push-button radio, Rally gauge instrumentation with full-length console, Specific GTA front fascia-mounted and front fender-mounted cloisonn badges, Specific 168-inch gold cross-laced (diamond spoke) aluminum wheels, wrapped in Goodyear Eagle 245/50VR16 performance tires, Power four-wheel disc brakes, limited slip rear axle as a part of WS6 special performance handling package, L98 5.7L 350-cid V8 with Tuned port fuel injection and 3.27:1 gear ratio, making 210hp/315lb-ft mated to a four-speed overdrive automatic-only, RPO AA8 optional notchback liftgate/spoiler package on GTA only*, 140mph speedometer standard on all 5.0/5.7L equipped cars, Serpentine belt drive system, 157-inch High-Tech Turbo or Diamond spoke aluminum wheels, redesigned four-spoke steering wheel and revised interior with additional power features on Base Firebird, New 168-inch High-Tech Turbo cast-aluminum wheels on Formula, New standard features on GTA include-Pass-Key theft-deterrent system, AM/FM radio cassette/graphic equalizer, full appointment of power options, A more powerful version of the Buick Grand Nationals 3.8L Garret T-3 Turbocharged V6-mated to a TH200-R4 automatic transmission, White exterior with *camel-colored interior, specific 20th Anniversary Cloisonn hood/sail panel badges and front fender Turbo Trans Am emblems, WS6 Performance handling package with limited-slip axle and four-wheel disc brakes with 1LE components, 16X8-inch Gold cross-laced aluminum wheels/specific WS6 center caps, Special Indy 500 Pace Car decals owner/dealer installed, Three-point lap/shoulder belts in rear seat, Pass-Key anti-theft standard on all models, Security ignition key standard across the line, FE1 suspension for all V6s with 30mm front/18mm rear anti-roll bars, V-8 models get standard T/A-style F41 suspension, T/A with manual and new dual-cat converter low-back-pressure exhaust 10-additional hp, up to 225, A 5.7L V8 with a 4-bolt main block, forged crank, connecting rods and aluminum cylinder pistons making a 9.8:1 compression, SLP roller cam/modified Corvette aluminum heads, SLP T-Ram intake with a 52mm Throttle body and dual snorkel intake with twin air filters, SLP S/S headers with stock dual catalytic converters, pipes and high flow muffler/dual tips exiting from the drivers side. VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! Hollywood had played an integral part in spreading the immense popularity and notoriety of the 2nd-Gen Pontiac Trans Am with the 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit. GM makes new N10 dual catalytic converter exhaust available, freeing up 13% more power from some available on the regular Z28. Long-lived LG4 carbureted 5,700, 8,605 Total 1981 Production: These factors lead to 1990 model-year production ceasing by Dec 1989. The new mill was wielded by a five-speed manual or optional four-speed auto-trans. P245/50ZR-16 tires. Still standard on the S/E was the 2.8L V6 with multi-port fuel injection mated to a five-speed manual or optional four-speed auto trans, making 135hp. guests, and 6 Base birds were fitted with the FE1 suspension, T/A with F41 Rally Tuned suspension and GTA/Formula with WS6 as standard. Only 1 of the 2 cars were kept and can be seen at shows. optional for the B4C. grille, black headlamp pockets, a 25th Anniversary badge on rear spoiler 1981 S.E. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. Why doesn't PHS produce he numbers like Ford's "Martini" does? Steering wheel mounted radio controls disappear from the GTA with the addition of the airbag. Base Firebirds still got the 135hp 2.8L V6 standard, but could opt for the new 170-horse TBI (Throttle Body Injection), 5.0L motor. Calibration refinements eliminated the cold start injector. 549 Total Firebird production dropped for 1987, totaling 88,587, down considerably from 1986. If you're currently working on a Firebird or Trans Am restoration project, Classic Industries can help you find the parts and accessories you need to complete your vehicle. passengers side of engine de-cluttering the underhood area. The new styling brought higher sales, up from 1990's sales. Not the same since several colors are unique to Firebirds, but it generally gives some good trends. 4,589 Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. 1993-1997 Firebird Breakdown. L69 H.O. 5,683 Oldsmobile Engine Color; Cutlass Production Numbers; Mopar Decoding. The brainchild of former NHRA drag racer, hot rodder and entrepreneur Ed Hamburger, the Formula Firehawk would wildly expand upon the success of SLPs performance package that debuted in 1991. Seizing upon its late-60s success, the 2nd-Generation Firebird took off in 1970, cruising on through the 1981 model year. The NACA style hood ducts were GMEFI:With the early 3rd-Gen F-body light on power, was increased handling prowess a priority during development?

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