used to disinguish a 350 TPI from a 305 TPI (other than the badges, which are
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. wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited
1,217 When they were released to the public they were underrated in power. 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 were the LG4 and L69. Clutches
spoiler for the Z28 and the newly introduced IROC-Z28. With more aggressive tuning and unique cylinder heads, the Turbo T/A put down 250hp/340lb-ft. After a flogging by Car and Driver, which produced a 4.6-second 0-60 launch and 13.4 1/4-mile time, it was obvious these numbers were underrated. 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. Earliest and latest. The Firebird was the base model, equivelant to the Camaro Sport Coupe, the Firebird SE
with silver stripes. Fortunately they decided to start production of the 350 IROC in 1987. The Trans Am
Anyone have any idea? After less than impressive sales, 1986 would be the last year for the S/E model, with only 2259 units sold. Power was provided by four available engines, with the base car getting the only leftover Pontiac mill, a 2.5L throttle-body fuel injected 4-cylinder, good for and thats a generous term 90hp. G92 was available on IROC-Z convertible in 1987. The only reference I have to option breakout is in the back of a book that lists % of firebirds that came on each year. two-color lower body stripe. year. JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. Overall Firebird production dropped more than 40-thousand units to 74,897 sold in 1983. For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. Hamburger would now offer a full SLP model, based on the Firebird Formula, targeting those enthusiasts who wanted the power and performance of the 89 Turbo T/A or Corvette ZR-1 in a lighter more race ready platform. Although slightly smaller, the pop-up halogen headlamps were improved. FIREBIRD. New options included, a rally tuned suspension and W51 exterior enhancement package, with rear deck lid spoiler, sport mirrors and black door handles. color and tail lights got a gold and black horizontal divider bar. 2,866 It included a double blue/orange striping around the base of the car, pinstriping in the same colors along the upper body, and an "Olympic" style decal on the sail panels. In 1990, TPI Camaros switched from MAF air metering systems to MAP
3,225 All Firebirds switch to a T-handle automatic gearshift knob. 3,851 code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. The Berlinetta model was
IS THE SITE DOWN?? With the model brand new, they were hard to come by, truly rare birds. 4 speed automatic 700R4 introduced and was the only automatic
the standard Z28 aluminum wheel. 6,519, 14,866 only in red, white, or black. plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. Personal relationships among the rival engineers and development teams shaped the Firebird and its ride/handling characteristics more than anything. 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: 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. For the first time since the Firebirds 1st-Generation 1969 model, 1991 marked the availability of a convertible through regular Pontiac RPO (Regular Production Order) procedures. You're not going to find it broken down by color and then options (I don't think anyone has ever found a list that will do that), but you will find the number of silver Formula's built in 1999. Someone may have really wanted a convertible and engine type was not all that important. Mr. JH: The 1LE was developed for both Firebird and Camaro, to compete in the IMSA (International Motor Sports Association) races against foreign competition like the Porsche 944 and Nissan 300ZX. Trans Am World - 4th Gen Firebird Breakdown The next 1 or 2 numbers represent the date, and the last number is the year. G92 with out air conditioning (C41) in addition to above adds 1LE performance
1980 305 T-top The following are the codes and corresponding production numbers for each exterior color available for 1987 Trans Ams, including GTAs.. the available GTA colors are in bold type: 13U-- Exterior Color, Silver Metallic -- 1,469 23U-- Exterior Color, Medium Maui Blue Metallic -- 2,006 40U-- Exterior Color, White-- 1,769 's 18 and 23 were cancelled and never built. An all new 1970 Pontiac Firebird represented a new generation of Firebirds. Adding Special Edition to its title, the Recaro T/A was back for another model year. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. 192 -- Trim Combination, Black Leather -- 532. 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. This was also the last 1992 car built. The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine. G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on LB9 automatic IROC-Z. year), new lower body stripes, and argent headlamp pockets. Considering the age of the model and the ever-louder whispers of the upcoming 4th-gen birds arrival, these numbers were not terrible. Windshield slope is 60 degrees, about 3 degrees steeper than anything GM had tried before it. 1998 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. 9,874 Production Numbers - 3rdgenformula.com The limited edition cars featured full body
The regular Z28 name returns since GM was now unable to make IROC-Z's. The new beak incorporated driving-lights/turn signals and foglights. birdfire.com : 70-81 ENGINES CODES - Free In models with custom interiors a new horse collar seat design was introduced that would be popular until 1977. There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. 4 of the cars were painted colors other than the mandatory Red. 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. Reportedly, three convertibles were produced by ASC (American Sunroof Company) and PAS. (25), especially given that you are starting out of with a low number production (7708) Formula Firebirds to begin with. Road & Track selects the 82 Firebird Trans Am as 1 of the 12 best cars in the world along with the Camaro. firebird production numbers for 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 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. PBR brake calipers and larger brake rotors. leading edge of the hatchback glass. The 350 (only) received
The T/A added a contoured drivers-side hood bulge with cowl-induction-like rear-facing scoop. The Firebird line now included the base model, Formula (option), Trans Am and top tier GTA package Trans Am. With three model-years under its wings, 1985 would be a year of good things and hints of things to come for the 3rd-Gen Firebird. wheels, special blue stripes and blue hood decal, 4 wheel disc brakes, and ttops. The 5.7L was an optional engine on Formula and Trans Am with automatic only. 72 black car with red stripes; or red car with black stripes. However, sometimes it may not be clear what a vehicle's original specifications were. wheel. released. Depicting a more predatory appearance, wing-like side treatment lateral skirting, completed the look. into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. Firebird receives restyled nose with wrap-around strips known as "bumperettes" to
Pontiac was contracted to supply four T/As to Universal Studios, two for beauty shots and two stunt cars. externally mounted third brake light on the hatch glass and the pre-1987
Quadrajet carburetor, lightweight flywheel, electric cooling fan, bigger 2.75
`Heritage Edition' package available on all Camaros. own unique 14x7 finned aluminum wheel with gold accenting and `Berlinetta'
65 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. 403 Hoglund was good with the idea, but refused to step on the Marketing Departments toes without a plan. Pontiac had also hoped
Firebird Unlike the previous two years, the base model was not the best selling Firebird in 1973. Dashboard design changes to a smaller sharper design because of complaints about the previous 2 years design quality and look. 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. "Pontiac Firebird 1967-2000". Total Firebird production for 1986 was 110,463 cars. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. These are probably some of the neatest, most interesting Pontiacs around, and we would like to learn a lot more about them. The prototype Collector's
1987 model year). Content of G92 was expanded and purchased as a `performance
systems. They also all came with the Borg Warner 9 Bolt and 3.27's in 87 only. The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305
ALso can any one estimate the production number on a 1967 convertible automatic convertible 400 engine (not Ram Air) with power windows, AM/FM radio, upgraded package? to be specified to get the 3.27. The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. The LC1 V-6 and LG4 V-8 were optional. Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. LG4 4bblbl V-8, and the twin TBI LU5 V-8. inch rear end for all Camaros. panel above heater and radio controls. 662 -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Leather -- 1,404. 1967-2002 Trans Am & Firebird VIN Decoder - Classic Industries G92 performance axle ratio available only on Z28 and IROC-Z. The 350 was only available in the IROC-Z and only with
Berlinetta
Both 5.0L V8s were available, either the four-barrel with a five-speed manual/four-speed auto, or Crossfire injected V8 with four-speed auto only. The base MSRP for these cars in 1969 was $2,831. V6 with a two-barrel Rochester carburetor and five-speed manual. One car was a Trans Am Convertible. Initially Heritage package only available as a white car with red stripes;
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I'v only seen one Linden Green, though. enforcement agencies only. Windshield slope is 60 degrees, about 3 degrees steeper than anything GM ever tried before. 1967 = 82,5601968 = 107,1121969 = 87,0111970 = 48,7391971 = 53,1251972 = 29,9511973 = 46,3631974 = 73,1891975 = 84,0631976 = 110,7781977 = 155,7351978 = 187,2841979 = 211,4531980 = 107,3401981 = 70,8991982 = 116,3621983 = 74,8841984 = 128,3041985 = 95,8801986 = 110,4631987 = 88,5871988 = 62,4551990 = 20,3521991 = 50,4541992 = 27,5671993 = 15,4751994 = 47,1171995 = 50,9871996 = 30,9821997 = 30,7561998 = 32,1551999 = 32,9872000 = 31,8262001 = 14,2042002 = 30,690. 29,313 I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. For a mere $695, T/A buyers could opt for the LB9 305-cid V8 with electronic tuned port fuel injection (TPI) good for 205hp/275lb-ft. Added to the list of engines, was the H.O 2.8L V6, making 130hp, now mated to a Borg Warner five-speed manual transmission and standard fare on the Firebird S/E. It simply went to the wrecking yard. All 350 Z28's were required to
The new wheel/tire combo was very similar to the current
New improvements evolve the interior by adding new Recaro styled seats, a new dash with
Rear suspension was a torque arm/track bar type with coil springs, lower control arms and tubular shock absorbers. 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. 41 Created and produced by Glen A Larson, word has it, the first choice of car was a Datsun (pre-Nissan) 300ZX. LB9 and L98 equipped Trans Am's. 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. The "first generation" Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. In 1983, L69 was only available with a 5 speed manual transmission. After initial shooting, the stunt birds were a mess and the studio requested additional cars. for the first time and were available on all Camaro models. It was coded W68 and painted "Redbird Red" with a color code of #42 and accent code #72 (Roman Red) for 1978, paint code #80 for 1979 and back to #71 or #72 (Francisco Red) for 1980. (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
If anyoen has any better numbers than this and can prove it, I would be happy to take a look.***. As a sign of the times, fuel economy was now touted alongside performance and style definitely a new mission statement for Firebird. GMEFI: What is your favorite 3rd-Gen Firebird, year/model etc? A total 555 T/A convertibles were produced for 1991. The new styling had created a much broader appeal for the 3rd-Gen Pontiac Firebird; GM was pleased with the sales figures to say the least. 1980 S.E. Firebird V.I.N.s through model year 1972 continued to use the applicable body style number, followed by the model year, the assembly plant code, and the vehicle serial number. It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range. The "second generation" Firebirds were produced at the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. The 3rd-Gen Firebird benefited from performance-oriented people within Pontiac and Chevrolet who were working on the cars. HOW DO I POST A NEW TOPIC IN THIS SECTION???? Camaro convertible was introduced for the first time since 1969
available on the regular Z28. Rust can be an issue where the unit-body rear frame rails go forward from the rear axle and under the rear seat. Z28 got new `grid' pattern
The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in
The exterior of the TPI plenum changed
Z28 selected as the Indy 500 pace car. 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. Customer tastes, global events, gas prices, government regulations, insurance rates and advances in technology all contributed to a new Firebird for a new world. Since its introduction in 1984, the L69 had been plagued with overheating issues, leading to an early 86 cancellation, resulting in only 26 such-equipped birds. All center high mounted stop lamps relocated to
Firebird V.I.N.s through model year 1972 continued to use the applicable body style number, followed by the model year, the assembly plant code, and the vehicle serial number. 5,753 Total 1979 Production: At this point, Firebird designer John Shinella was enlightened to the premise; he was excited about it to say the least. Camaros were built. Previously ASC converted cars for customers but it had never been through GM. hotter cams have a yellow line at 5000 and red line at 5500. As time would tell, the Firebird especially the Trans Am would attain new heights. Not exactly blistering fast, but acceptable for the era. addition was discontinued and replaced with the standard spoiler midyear. 1970 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. Firebirds were available several engines. A higher-performance version of the OHC 6 with 215 hp was the basis for the . valances). 1 Test Car with Hardtop & Leather Interior. Starting in 1982 and running four seasons on NBC, Knight Rider told the weekly tale of ex-detective and new-age crime fighter, Michael Knight, and his assigned partner and steed, KITT, a black 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. Z28 came with the LG4 4bbl V-8 as standard motor and LU5 twin
1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). cam change. 1981 301 Turbo 301 Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. motor introduced mid-year (March 1, 1983). 301 T-top Most L6 cars weren't convertibles. In 1990, the base engine for the IROC was finally the LB9 TPI
New 20 slot 15" aluminum wheels also
Production Numbers/Information - Firebird Classifieds & Forums (1967 Ordering G92 `without air conditioning' (C41
Further attempts to put the Trans Am into higher regard include a new digital dash and a new overhead
Trans Am receives previous years suspension as standard, WS6 is upgraded with new larger sway bars. He liked the concept of a GTO interior in a chevelle and a split Pontiac grill. The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. Firebird Production Numbers : Drivin' It Home An optional automatic was available as was the 150hp four-barrel LG4 5.0L V8. were optional on the Z28, and standard on 350 Z28 and Z28 convertible. For instance, it is said that about 1/3 of all 1968 Firebirds were Verdoro Green. 25th anniversary of the Camaro and last year for the 3rd generation
The Berlinetta came standard with its
1989 Pontiac Firebird - ThirdGen.Org Had
The aerodynamic developements
exterior badging and interior emblem badging came standard with 3.73 rear axle gear. If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. A few things can be
400 Ram Air III Gearshift indicator plate changes to accomodate the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. 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. 1979 10th Anniv. Cars were equipped with range of engines of 3769 - 6558 cc (230 - 400.2 cui) displacement, delivering 115.5 - 257 kW (157 - 350 PS, 155 - 345 hp) of power. All 1987 350 TPI
400 Ram Air 1990 IROC's and RS's are easily identifiable: 1990 was the
The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement
rates, special jounce bumpers, 5 degrees of caster (up from 3.5 on Z28) in front
Corvette's P255/50ZR16 arrangement. The other features included gray multitone and white leather Recaro interior, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake handle, white striped taillights, white
All models were fitted with GM Computer Command Control (an early computerized system, controlling the EFI where applicable, the carburetor and distributor). A total 62,455 Firebirds were produced for 1988, down 26-thousand cars from 87. Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. Fog lamps were now available on the Sport Coupe and