Although the last car produced in 1992 is listed as car #27, only 25
Shy of its 250 car projection, only 25 first year Firehawks flew from SLPs coop, but it was clear that a legendary phoenix had risen from SLPs facility in Toms River NJ, one that would evolve, becoming ever greater over the next decade. All Z28's came with
rather than the louvered hood; and the 1985-1987 IROC two tone lower body stripe
The 305 H.O L69 was discontinued because of fuel boiling problems. With the model brand new, they were hard to come by, truly rare birds. The only available V8 engines
187 T-Top & Cloth Interior
Z28 came standard with a 3 piece rear spoiler and black horizontal
JH: Both F-bodies had received Corvette-sized wheel/tire packages and de-tuned engines prior to the 3rd-Gen, but the introduction of the 5.7L 350-cid motor into the 1987 GTA Trans Am was a definite and direct tie-in with Corvette power. being used for the G92 option, optional axle ratios changed slightly: LB9 305
Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z)
Prior to 1991, if you had to have a droptop bird, you ordered a T-Top model, it was sent to ASC, converted alongside its Camaro cousins and sent back to the dealer for delivery. LG4 305 V-8 cars got electric cooling fan. At the last minute it was decided
The other was a new fuel injected 305 using a fuel injection system similar
cam grinds. 1980 S.E. 3,444 G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. If anyoen has any better numbers than this and can prove it, I would be happy to take a look.***. 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. Road & Track selects the 82 Firebird Trans Am as 1 of the 12 best cars in the world along with the Camaro. (B2L) IROC-Z's came standard with the 3.27 BW rear end and everything that was included with G92 but did not have the G92 RPO
Pontiac Production numbers: GM firebird, camaro, corvette car JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. bumped up 5 hp due to slightly higher lift/longer duration cam profiles,
In this chart, 2005 and 2006 figures are estimated based on US and Canadian sales. As a result, GM closed its Norwood Ohio plant in August 87 relegating all F-body Firebird and Camaro production to the Van Nuys California facility. Would love to one day see these converted over to a modern database but would be huge undertaking and the microfiche are not available for reasonable business reasons. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. 400 Ram Air Standard 2.5L 4 cylinder engine dropped, multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 now becomes
25th anniversary of the Camaro and last year for the 3rd generation
lighter, dimesions were reduced, and had a shorter wheel base. Unlike the Buick GN, the Turbo T/A was at home through the curves as it was in the straights. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84. All V8's receive factory roller camshafts. Heritage Edition colors available: polo green car with gold stripes (this
Trans Am receives previous years suspension as standard, WS6 is upgraded with new larger sway bars. GMEFI:With the early 3rd-Gen F-body light on power, was increased handling prowess a priority during development? The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305
four pinion rear end, produced by GM Holden's Limited of Australia (Firebird WS6
Accessory switches get new
drivetrains and Z28 suspensions. Thanks, Greg. were the LG4 and L69. plant, the original Camaro Plant. S/Es came standard with the 135-horse EFI V6, but could be equipped with one of two optional four-barrel V8s, the (LG4) 165hp 5.0L or (L69) 190hp with a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic. There were 589 1992 B4C Camaros built. 68 Pontiac marketing execs split the Firebird into 5 distinct models for 1967, broken down by engine. 1,635 2-door coupe 2-door sedan Convertible Tri-Power 389 4-bbl Total Production: 18,422 7,384 6,644 8,245 24,205 32,405 Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body. leading edge of the hatchback glass. Andrew claims to have a short yet definitve list of passions, in which late-model performance cars, hold a top spot. 192 -- Trim Combination, Black Leather -- 532. ASC (American Sunroof Company-later American Specialty Cars) was one of the recognized builders converting Firebirds beginning in 1987, when they were officially contracted to create all 3rd-Gen Camaro convertibles. Trans Am and Formula get optional 140 mph speedometer. changes are much less drastic. Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled
extended to the finned aluminum wheels with smooth caps and a functional spoiler. The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. 305 T-top editions and were signified by a special dash badge that read `20th Anniversary
It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range. Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. Only 25 Firehawks were built, with sticker prices in the $40,000 range. The end of the L98 in the Corvette led to rough cast runners finding their way into L98 birds. Customer tastes, global events, gas prices, government regulations, insurance rates and advances in technology all contributed to a new Firebird for a new world. With the 1st-, 2nd- and 4th-Gen Birds considered to be among the more coveted examples, the 82-92 cars seem always to get shortchanged from enthusiasts although we have a feeling thats about to change. Tuned Port Injection' badges rather than `Tuned Port Injection' badges. PBR brake calipers and larger brake rotors. Call us: 440-701-6550 1973 The most powerful engine to hit the streets, the 455 Super Duty Production Numbers Model: Firebird V-6 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 1,370 Model: Firebird V-8 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 12,726 Model: Esprit Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 17,299 Model: Formula 350 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 4,771 code N, data plate code NOR), and at the Van Nuys, California, assembly plant (V.I.N. production Firebird to date. The new engine gains attention but is not available with a manual
In 1983, L69 was only available with a 5 speed manual transmission. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special
5,700 glass the new "notchback" consisted of a fiberglass trunk lid with a flat vertical glass window. 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. The new mill was wielded by a five-speed manual or optional four-speed auto-trans. The multitude of optional equipment for all 3rd-Gen Firebirds was extensive, including everything from power options, engines, suspensions, exterior/interior colors, seat covering material, wheels, exhaust, rear diff, brakes etc. motor introduced mid-year (March 1, 1983). Because of the late-1971 GM worker's strike, production for the 1972 Firebirds was extremely low, and fortunately sales rebounded in 1973. 6,030 Wrap-around spoiler updated and now standard on Trans Am and Formula. New improvements evolve the interior by adding new Recaro styled seats, a new dash with
2023 February . Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. G92 with out air conditioning (C41) in addition to above adds 1LE performance
available with body colored ground effects like the GTA. Discontinued because of fuel boiling. We will outline the models offered, standard and optional features, special/anniversary editions and performance and production numbers for the 3rd-Gen Firebirds decade-long run. The Turbo T/A had made quite a name for itself and the Trans Am was again a legend in its day. `Heritage Edition' package available on all Camaros. The service parts identification list in the center console glovebox will
In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic
1LE performance package option (option level 0 IROC-Z) became
Total Firebird production for 1986 was 110,463 cars. The 3rd-Gen Firebird benefited from performance-oriented people within Pontiac and Chevrolet who were working on the cars. The Firebird convertible was available with the LHO 3.1L V6, the L03 5.0 V8, and the LB9 5.0 V8. Quadrajet carburetor, lightweight flywheel, electric cooling fan, bigger 2.75
275 in 1985. The only reference I have to option breakout is in the back of a book that lists % of firebirds that came on each year. "Y84" Stands for Special Edition with the Fisher T-top roof. They both sound like great cars. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. Sport Coupes came with a `shorty' rear wing rather than a spoiler. Engine designations were removed from side valance badging and only appeared on
convertible in 1988. motor came with a higher lift and longer duration cam, dual snorkel intake
Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. 463 The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. . The crme de le crme remained the 5.7L TPI 350-cid V8 standard in the GTA. Pontiac was contracted to supply four T/As to Universal Studios, two for beauty shots and two stunt cars. 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. valance just behind the front wheels. Early in the year,
my first car is one of the very last ones to be made with its VIN shows less than 38 were made after mine, the car was also autographed by Jim Wagners, even he didnt know what a Beaumont was, lol, I told him you invented it, lol. replaced by simulated hood louvers on the Z28. Be very leery of any published breakdowns for first gen Firebirds. Pages highlighting differences in decals, rims, interiors and more. speed LB9 IROC-Z's got the higher output LB9. only 203-65Beaumont Custom converts with a 6cyl were made, and concencus says there were only 23 made with a 327 the Sport Deluxe, HTs, I was under the impression that 8910 65s were made that year. All lower valances and rear bumper
Backing the big V-8 was the B-O-P version of the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic. As usual, the big news surrounded the top of the line Trans Am. LO3 V8). The pace cars were only available with the LU5 Crossfire injected
2,485 GMEFI: On the subject of handling, was the vaunted 1LE package to be exclusive to the Firebird, for street, race or both? Someone may have really wanted a convertible and engine type was not all that important. Changes focused on engine choices and output. 5,753 These blocks will not have V.I.N. RS available in California, Texas, and Florida and with V-6 power only. I saw another on Woodward this past year, and one other on a road trip to New York. The lower-body stripe was
to be specified to get the 3.27. code N, data plate code NOR) in 1968-69; and the Van Nuys, California (Los Angeles), assembly plant also in 1968-69 (data plate code LOS). Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. GMEFI: Nice the choice of a true racer! The standard wheel for the Z28 was a newly styled 16 inch
IS THE SITE DOWN?? The package jumped $600 over 1982 prices, still with the standard four-barrel T/A 5.0L V8 with a 5-speed manual or Cross-Fire injection with 4-speed automatic. 1998 Firebird Numbers Breakdown.
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition replaced the CHMSL spoiler on the RS. Every make and model has a standout year, one memorable above the others, with some cars having several. The following are the codes and corresponding production numbers for each interior color combination available for the 1988 Trans Am GTAs: 19D -- Trim Combination, Black Cloth -- 1,231. The car was
`Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body
The Z28 also came with front, side, and rear lower body
White-painted W62 Aero ground effects package with white grille slot inserts and medium blue trim/graphics (including hood bulge and 5.0-liter H.O. Gearshift indicator plate changes to accomodate the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. The 1992 option code for an SLP car was B4U. The motor was detuned for 1986 losing 25hp due to a
New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. Employing a 62-degree raked windshield, frameless rear hatch glass with compound-convex curves and a pointed beak-like front fascia with Firebird-exclusive pop-up headlights; the wind cheating wedge shape produced a miniscule (0.323 Cd), the lowest coefficient of drag in GMs test history. 1980 301 T-top 5.0 liter H.O. Posi-traction rear axles were always standard on Trans Am models. Five engines were available with the
New noses for all Camaros and new, deeper valances and front
Trans Am World - 4th Gen Firebird Breakdown 549 It simply went to the wrecking yard. Camaro. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Total production was at 46,313, up more than 16,000 from 1972 numbers. Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors and PBR Australian built HD front dual
This special 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Am (TTA) based on the GTA is only available in white with tan interior and comes equipped with a Buick 3.8L V6 with a turbocharger developed from the Grand National. The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. Midyear, the 1LE 11.86 inch front brakes and HD calipers became
Tires
to drop all the "Trans Am" badges from the new cars to save royalties paid to the SCCA for use of the name. available on the regular Z28. 1980 Indy Pace Car Turbo
1969 Pontiac Firebird - Muscle Car Facts own unique 14x7 finned aluminum wheel with gold accenting and `Berlinetta'
released. New 20 slot 15" aluminum wheels also
The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine.
1967 Pontiac Firebird - Oldride S.E. Its known that one is red. system with `5.0 Liter H.O.' Carburated V6 is dropped and replaced with new multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 making 135hp. Lower body pinstiping on the
G92 performance axle ratio and J65 four wheel disc
motor. After a meeting with Wade and a few napkin sketches, the pulsing back-and-fourth red light in KITTs front fascia was born and Knight Rider was a go. Amos Press Inc. Appearing for the first time since 1981, the Formula option came in two levels, the basic W61 version at $1273 and the option-loaded W63 for $1842. 1970 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. Firebird receives restyled nose with wrap-around strips known as "bumperettes" to
50,896 Charging Forward: Sifting Through the Posuers. lighter in weight and tinted darker, but are more dome shaped and age rapidly. A ZF 6-Speed manual transmission with specific SLP clutch and bell housing. came standard with a new 15x7 cast aluminum 5 spoke wheel accented with either
G92 for 1987 required the following options: G92 (performance axle ratio) available only on IROC-Z with 5.0
The new tops are
codes or motor unit numbers. Automatic 305 TPI's still got the weaker cam and 190hp rating. steering for increased steering effort, larger rear stabilizer bar with stiffer
I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. The GTAs standard weapon, the 5.7L, also received a handful more horses, now pumping-out 240hp/340lb-ft. As a result of the 5.7Ls prolific torque, T-Tops could no longer be ordered with this engine package. The notch back
The Z28
Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. Despite sharing bunk beds with its Chevy cousin, Pontiacs designers would again make the Firebird stand out, affirming its individuality. Trans Am receives restyled nose with integrated fog lights,
In 1988 only, this wheel rather
The
Sport Coupe dropped, replaced by returning RS model. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. (350 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. Then the B4C police package was added, then it was equipped with
These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. Totals: 1979 301 Not certain, though. Only two prototypes were completed however. "Muscle Car Color History Firebird & Trans Am 1967-1994, MBI Publishing Company, Osceola, WI. The Firestone Cup was open to multiple makes, spurring-on the family rivalry between the F-bodies and pitting the Firebird against foreign competition such as the Porsche 944 and Nissan 300ZX. valances in silver or gold. 7,176 Pontiac 4.9 turbo, but it was scrapped at the last minute. front dual piston aluminum calipers. 896 GTA wheels slightly restyled. 403 Long story short, Chuck Koch, co-owner of Vista Group, spoke to Pontiac about getting some of the least damaged cars for the show. The T/A still came standard with the 4-barrel 5.0L V8, now wielded by a five-speed manual with 3.73:1 rear axle gears. is where Pontiac's F-car starts to show some muscle. 1968: 235,147. Lucky you! wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited
Midyear the L69 high output 305 was introduced. trim'). Optional on the GTA was a new "notchback" hatch. Early promotional cars were marked "T/A" as an alternative, however the production cars came marked as
The base MSRP for these cars in 1969 was $2,831. However, one was created by ASC. bumper. With its sleek style and modern features, the 3rd-Gen redefined the Firebird, again standing alone as a unique and special car. 880 Recaro option no longer available, but Recaro seats were. The hood remained and was made fuctional for the Cross-fire injected 305. yeahi got one of 5is that just convertibles or coupes also? 2,856 The show and the Trans Am were a hit and first year sales of the new T/A were 52,962 units, up substantially from 1981 figures. Copyright 2011 YearOne, Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Package
Sport Coupe came standard with the LQ9 (LQ8 in Canada and
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. All 350 Z28's were required to
This was the last year for the Sport
Chevrolet not renewing the IROC contract, no IROC-Z's were produced after
and only with 5 speed manual. 3.27 (1989) to 3.23 (1990). The revisions made to the 1991-92 Firebirds exterior as well as improved structural rigidity and overall build-quality, hinted to the next iteration of Pontiacs venerable Firebird, but the 3rd-Gens would be missed. *For an additional $9,995, you could choose the Competition Option package, adding Brembo brake calipers with 13-inch cross drilled/slotted rotors, a six-point roll bar, drivers Recaro racing seat, five-point Simpson racing harness, aluminum hood and rear seat delete. This rear axle came with
6,519, 14,866 decal on air cleaner, specially calibrated
GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. With cost-consolidation first and foremost at GM, the 3rd-Gen Firebird truly went corporate, now having to share 65-percent of its parts with the Camaro, including all of its engines, (except the Pontiac 4-banger) compared to 25-percent of the previous generation. suspension and full instrumentation. During the mid-80s, a resurgence of showroom stock road racing occurred in which the 3rd-Gen F-body was a prime player. Tying it all together was a specially programmed chip for the cars computer. L98 cars no longer offered with T-Tops due to supposed torque limitations of the unibody construction, although all L98 cars before were available with T-Tops successfully. However, I am not sure that was the case the day they were built. list the code B2L and L98 for a 350 TPI, LB9 for a 305 TPI. 1981 305 The base 15 inch IROC wheel was restyled to have the appearance
Engine choices remained the same, as did the convertible option-outfitting 1265 base birds and 663 T/As for 1992. 1980 S.E. These units came painted black from the factory
G92 packages with air conditioning (C60) and without air
makes all Firebirds more theft
When the car debuted for 82, it was leaning toward being more of a refined GT car. 117,108 The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. first available. The Firebird remained basically unchanged. Car and Driver selects the 84 Camaro Z28 as the best handling car built in the United States. Itwas meant to be a complete performance package, highly discouraged for street-use and only for serious road racers.