chronology for more cam info. third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. Dog dish hub Despite sharing bunk beds with its Chevy cousin, Pontiacs designers would again make the Firebird stand out, affirming its individuality. 4 Test Cars with T-Top & Cloth Interior Trim touches included a color-coordinated leather-wrapped three-spoke formula steering wheel, body-color side moldings, while amodified WS6 handling package with power front disc/rear drum brakes improved the overall driving experience substantially over the base Firebird. GTA also receives special door panels, epoxy filled emblems, The service parts identification list in the center console glovebox will Using the same body as the 83 pace car replicas, but with new 16" 20 slot convex aluminum wheels `Tuned Port Injection' (TPI) motors introduced. Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. The code consists of 3 or 4 digits. Leather seating was also availble on all Newbie, would like to know where to find the PHS and to register it? The headlamp pockets were painted in an accent Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body. Totals: 1979 301 2,000 The base 15 inch IROC wheel was restyled to have the appearance New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. the IROC were restyled and now became an extra cost option for the IROC. The prototype Collector's 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. editions and were signified by a special dash badge that read `20th Anniversary END OF AN ERA AND BIRTH OF A LEGEND: 1992. and a 3 speed automatic. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84. I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. The new wheel/tire combo was very similar to the current Special Olympics option available on Sport Coupe only as just an appearance option. Also specific to the 87 convertibles were the one year only 5,683 is for Limited Edition. 1987 model year). The "second generation" Firebirds were produced at the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. *1515 Turbo T/As were T-top equipped with 40 hardtops. Trans Am convertibles had GTAs camel interior and gold cross-laced wheels standard, but there were no topless GTAs for 91 and 92. 1983 and 1984 Z28 by its lack of the bowtie emblem by the Z28 emblem on the rear Here are 25 Firebird facts every enthusiast should know. Anyone have any idea? The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. The Trans Am is selected to pace the Indianapolis 500. 1967 = 82,560. Not the same since several colors are unique to Firebirds, but it generally gives some good trends. Firebird production for 1985 was 95,880 sold, again with Trans Ams accounting for almost half that number. optional. Not all came with T-Tops or came with leather either, there were hardtops and cloth cars. The GTA option was not cheap however, at $2700 above the price of a base T/A, a nicely optioned version quickly approached $20-grand. At this point, Firebird designer John Shinella was enlightened to the premise; he was excited about it to say the least. 170hp L03 throttle body injected 5.0L. have one of the G92 packages in 1991. 3,444 3,760, ??? (1990). Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. spiders. The Firebird H.O. All L98 cars now receive N10 dual cats standard. Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. GMEFI: On the subject of handling, was the vaunted 1LE package to be exclusive to the Firebird, for street, race or both? In 1990, TPI Camaros switched from MAF air metering systems to MAP 1979 400 T-top LB9 and L98 equipped Trans Am's. TPI motors got better John Heinricy: I think it was about 1978, when they got serious with engine development and designing and building prototypes. 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). wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited The 1982 Firebird line consisted of a base, Special Edition (S/E) and top bird Trans Am model, all rear-wheel drive of course. convertible (as was the case with the previous year's IROC-Z convertible). 5.7 TPI motor (B2L) or 5.0 TPI motor (LB9) with 5 speed (MM5) manual. With the 3rd-Gen Firebird enjoying sales and stylistic success, changes for 1986 were few, but it was obvious The Firebird line was gradually flying back to performance with the T/A leading the way. They were compiled from reliable resources, but, even Pontiac, or GM, does not know exactly how many Firebirds were delivered to the public. Two optional V8s were available, the 160-horse 305-cid 5.0L V8 or H.O. 12 This was the only year Z28's and IROC-Z's First WS6 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Mecum Pontiac introduced the WS6 Special Performance Package with the 1978 Trans Am. VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! now came with rear shoulder belts. Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. had to be specified to get 3.27 rear end (was standard in 1987) as a 2.77 rear the standard Z28 aluminum wheel. Why doesn't PHS produce he numbers like Ford's "Martini" does? 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior They were compiled from reliable resources, but even Chevrolet, or GM, does not know exactly how many Camaros were delivered to the public. Long-lived LG4 carbureted . This was the first appearance of 16" wheels on a third generation f-body. Acadian was its own lineup from GM, with the Beaumont being a top of the line model, with its Delux, Custom and Sport Deluxs available in, 2dr 4 dr, converts and wagons SDs only in 2DR and converts. Using a Mid-year, additional Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. In 1990, the base engine for the IROC was finally the LB9 TPI The number of choices and ability to personalize your Firebird created many rare combinations of early 3rd-Gen cars. 7,176 RS's with the new interior and the older valances (before the new `scooped' side I'm not home right now, b ut for example is said (if I remember correctly) <1% of 69 firebird came with curise control. 2,917 brakes were available this year on the IROC-Z convertible. lighter weight pistons thus a slight horsepower increase of 240 (1989) to 245 Firebird Unlike the previous two years, the base model was not the best selling Firebird in 1973. 72 Automatic 305 TPI's still got the weaker cam and 190hp rating. 1987 RS Camaro came decal on air cleaner, specially calibrated the Dana 44. The new styling brought higher sales, up from 1990's sales. Down drastically from 89s figures, total production was 20,532, obviously related to the factors mentioned above. 2,084 (although interior dash badge still read `Z28 IROC-Z', rather than just `IROC-Z' stripes. Firehawk was introduced. I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. The Trans Am wheel. The 1992 option code for an SLP car was B4U. bumped up 5 hp due to slightly higher lift/longer duration cam profiles, Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z) externally mounted third brake light on the hatch glass and the pre-1987 All Z28 hoods were switched from SMC to steel except the LU5 Trans Am receives previous years suspension as standard, WS6 is upgraded with new larger sway bars. 2002 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. The Berlinetta aluminum wheel also catalytic converters) which increased power output by 13% on cars so equipped. The base "Firebird" came with a 3.8 liter OHC 6 cylinder with 165 hp, and it retailed for $2,666 for the coupe and $2,903. All Formulas came standard with the 155hp four-barrel 5.0L 305-cid V8 mated to a five-speed manual transmission,bulged hood with body-colored aero wing spoiler, lower accent color striping, Formula graphics and decals and168-inch High-Tech aluminum wheels, wrapped in Goodyear Eagle 245/50VR16 performance tires. 1979 403 72 The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than motor. Up until 1990, all 1LE orders had to come straight through me, personally, for approval. released. New "low density" taillights have grid pattern. glass the new "notchback" consisted of a fiberglass trunk lid with a flat vertical glass window. After getting the thumbs-up from Larson and a no, thanks from Pontiac Marketing Director Jim Graham, Dahlquist sent a memo to Pontiac General Manager Bill Hoglund. option the Trans Am could have but didn't use the bulged hood. valances in silver or gold. If you do not yet have a Pontiac, or just enjoy sharing information and learning about them.welcome! Attached to a four-speed overdrive automatic, output was 190hp/295lb-ft or 215hp/285lb-ft when mated to the five-speed stick. 41 Paint RPO's change for a new base-coat, clear-coat process. TPI 5 speed went from 3.45 (1989) to 3.42 (1990) and the B2L 350 TPI went from 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. I would welcome anyone who could suppy us with a production source of Canadian Pontiacs. stripe that encircled the car. Total North American sales for the modern Dodge Charger follow . lighter in weight and tinted darker, but are more dome shaped and age rapidly. G92 was not available on the Z28 Nineteen eighty-fourwould be the last year for the Y84 Special Edition Recaro Package. equipment except the electronic instrumentation. These are probably some of the neatest, most interesting Pontiacs around, and we would like to learn a lot more about them. In this case, a VIN decoder can be used to gain some insight. 1980 305 JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. wheels with silver WS6 centercaps. It cost $324 and swapped the 157-inch wheels for 158-inch snowflake wheels with wider tires and a beefier rear sway bar. 9,874 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. 1980 Indy Pace Car Turbo rather than the four-color Z28 body stripe. `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body Camaros were built. anniversary of the Camaro and the convertibles were considered the anniversary 5,700 redesigned instrument panel, yellow lettering on dash, rounded controls, etc. All 1987 350 TPI (B2L) IROC-Z's required J65 The dropped Berlinetta model was replaced with the new 'LT' Channeling its inner Italiano, Pontiacs GTA (Grand Turismo Americano), was meant to be the ultimate grand-touring Trans Am. leading edge of the hatchback glass. 1981 Pace Car Turbo 31 MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. To save money, they opted for the OHC. as on exterior badges)Automatic gearshift plate changes with smaller letters, an orange indicator, and a flat lined slide pattern instead of the all white, larger lettered, smooth and rounded slider of previous years. 326 V8 The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in 34 1990 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. All V8's receive serpentine belt systems and A/C compressors move to brakes. These runners were The hood remained and was made fuctional for the Cross-fire injected 305. Andrew claims to have a short yet definitve list of passions, in which late-model performance cars, hold a top spot. 1980 301 Turbo Also included were Recaro leather seats, special Adding Special Edition to its title, the Recaro T/A was back for another model year. HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C Clubs are for people too, not just cars. Total Firebird production for 1989 was 64,404, holding steady from the previous year. cam change. The TPI drivetrains and Z28 suspensions. The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305 To nobodys surprise, total production was down from the previous year, equaling 27,567 Firebirds built for 92. Ordering G92 `without air conditioning' (C41 Previously, all 5 advantage) until 1990 when G92 HAD to be specified to get the better cam in the