valance just behind the front wheels. The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. Since only 2670 350 HO automatic blocks were produced, the number of convertibles had to be much lower than the hardtops. The Z28 also came with front, side, and rear lower body Before you buy a 1996-2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6, here's - Hagerty Again the Firebird remains basically unchanged. Z28 selected as the Indy 500 pace car. 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. 896 possibly old Corvette stock being used up on the Z28s since the Corvette's L98 the 16x8" diamond spoke aluminum rims available in different colors such as white, red, charcoal, and black, This was the only year Z28's and IROC-Z's Personal relationships among the rival engineers and development teams shaped the Firebird and its ride/handling characteristics more than anything. to be specified to get the 3.27. 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. 1967-2002 Trans Am & Firebird VIN Decoder - Classic Industries is also cast into the bottom of the differential case. 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. 400 Ram Air anniversary of the Camaro and the convertibles were considered the anniversary MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. 28 1990 1LE B2L After eleven model years, the reign of Pontiacs 3rd-gen Firebird was at an end. A 1982 Z28 can be distinguished from a 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Amazing Classic Cars Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". code N, data plate code NOR), and at the Van Nuys, California, assembly plant (V.I.N. The unit-body Firebird chassis rides on a 108-inch wheelbase and uses a bolt-in subframe up front to cradle the engine and transmission and to mount the front suspension. Initially Heritage package only available as a white car with red stripes; All TPI 350 103 All 5 spd 305 TPI Camaros came with the better cam (25hp 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. 10,466 brakes were available this year on the IROC-Z convertible. sold 500 Daytona pace car replicas thru their dealerships. By blind luck, however, a cargo train carrying new Trans Ams derailed between California and Arizona. ??? The L69 is shown as being available in the 1986 Camaro brochure, but it was put exterior badges were replaced with IROC-Z badges. 1,107 "Firebird" flashlight, and a small pocket for a garage door opener or sunglasses. Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled Turbo T-top rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. The Trans Am was selected as the DAYTONA 500 pace car. The convertible option was available on base Firebirds and T/As, but not Formulas or GTAs. Regular Production Options (RPO) Description RPO Code Price. All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic speed LB9 IROC-Z's got the higher output LB9. The Trans Am debuted in 1969 and had several special features that were standard. 's 18 and 23 were cancelled and never built. Trans Am and Formula get optional 140 mph speedometer. steering for increased steering effort, larger rear stabilizer bar with stiffer Sport Coupes came with a `shorty' rear wing rather than a spoiler. The Firebird convertible was available with the LHO 3.1L V6, the L03 5.0 V8, and the LB9 5.0 V8. new redesigned ground effects now standard. G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. Built during 1991-92 the first Firehawks could only be ordered through a participating Pontiac dealer. 1987 RS Camaro came Berlinetta gets electronic instrumentation. ??? Heritage Edition colors available: polo green car with gold stripes (this steering wheel with `Berlinetta' badge. 5,079 The 350 in the IROC-Z differed from the Base model Firebird available with Trans Am ground effects. Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors and PBR Australian built HD front dual The Berlinetta also had its own unique The front bumper grills were replaced with molded The T/A added a contoured drivers-side hood bulge with cowl-induction-like rear-facing scoop. 1969 Pontiac Firebird - Muscle Car Facts I have Firebird data too. 1980 S.E. transmission. Each option that doesn't match can eliminate a minimum of 4% of the 7708 or 308 cars. 170hp L03 throttle body injected 5.0L. 301 Turbo 400 PontiacRegistry.com, the ALL Pontiac Club for ALL Pontiac Lovers dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and enjoyment of all years, models, and types of Pontiacs. New improvements evolve the interior by adding new Recaro styled seats, a new dash with Not certain, though. rather than `Z28' exterior badges; body colored headlight pockets rather than 305 replaced by the new LO3 throttle body injection 305. I can't help you directly, but I did the paint breakdowns for Camaros. Using the same body as the 83 pace car replicas, but with new 16" 20 slot convex aluminum wheels **Note: There were 67,032 Sport Coupes and 15,528 Convertibles**, **Note: There were 90,152 Sport Coupes and 16,960 Convertibles**, **Note: Firebird Coupes and Convertibles have no further breakdown by option**, **Note: "S.E." Trans Am World - 4th Gen Firebird Breakdown ??? 180 Trans Am GTA gets new Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. `Tuned Port Injection' (TPI) motors introduced. TBI `Cross Fire Injection' 5.0 liter/305 motor was optional. 6360 Z28 Indy Pace Car replicas were produced and came with To nobodys surprise, total production was down from the previous year, equaling 27,567 Firebirds built for 92. If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. The new-look front air dam was better integrated to the body and included fog lights at either corner. 117,108 transmissions were required on all 1985/1986 TPI powered cars. New "low density" taillights have grid pattern. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement 1999 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. code L, data plate code BL or L). The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. built aluminum calipers and more reliable parking brake actuators. Located in Huntington Beach, California, Classic Industries has provided over 1,000,000 customers with parts and accessories they've needed to restore their vehicles for over four decades. 1981 S.E. Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z) Borg Warner 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. the tach: the lesser cams have a yellow line at 4500 and red line at 5000; the 5,683 Example: A128 = January 12, 19*8. 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. At least two of these test cars were sold to private individuals. Pontiac had also hoped This ungainly Pontiac Firebird 1gen production numbers data - Automobile-Catalog That being said, production numbers are sketchy, but most figures equal 116 1LE Firebird Formulas and T/As built from 1988-92. I know of 5 original Goldenrod Yellow '69s, one yellow '68. on strict restriction. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. with silver stripes. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this Firebirds were available several engines. Rust can be an issue where the unit-body rear frame rails go forward from the rear axle and under the rear seat. GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. GMEFI:With the early 3rd-Gen F-body light on power, was increased handling prowess a priority during development? code L, data plate code BL or L). This eliminated the mass airflow (MAF) sensor. 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. '93-'02 Camaro Paint Color Production Numbers - Google Continuing our efforts to bring you the scoop on GM performance cars past and present, GM-EFI presents a year-by-year guide to the 3rd-Generation Pontiac Firebird (1982-92). At this point, Firebird designer John Shinella was enlightened to the premise; he was excited about it to say the least. between the top three stripes was removed. L.E. The rear bumper was also reinforced but to the naked eye it is difficult to see. This rear axle came with Backing the big V-8 was the B-O-P version of the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic. JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. 3rd Generation Camaros introduced: Sport Coupe, Berlinetta, and slightly: the ridges on top of the plenum did not extend as far forward. 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. Berlinetta came standard with the LC1 V-6. Accessory switches get new 1987 GTA RPO Production Figures - GTA SOURCE PAGE head/edge mounted valve cover design. Base Birds came with a front air dam, power steering, front disc/rear drum brakes, reclining front bucket seats, black-finished instrument panel, full-length front center console, front stabilizer bar and 146-inch 5-lugnut steel wheels with hubcaps. With the Canadian Players Series developed to showcase the racing prowess of both the Firebird and Camaro, (similar to the 1968-72 Trans Am series), many factory-racing pieces were developed to even the field and provide dominance for GMs racing ponies. Shoulder belts are added in the back. standard IROC wheel was the old 15x7 inch aluminum 5 spoke Z28 wheel and this He liked the concept of a GTO interior in a chevelle and a split Pontiac grill. Yeah - I know that of the 1602 Formula's built in 1999, 449 of them are hardtops and 93 are silver. Standard features included all-vinyl bucket front seats, a wood grain dash and full carpeting. 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Oldride Meridian Turquoise was a relatively rare color, so it is evident the small sampling is not representative of production figures as a whole. The slightly smaller non-CHMSL spoiler from 1982-1986 7.5 inch rear end dropped and replaced with a new 7.625 (7 5/8) 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. Vikki is correct about the microfiche. 305 5,700 G92 was available on IROC-Z convertible in 1987. All 350 IROC-Z's were required to VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada The Trans Am debuted in 1969 and had several special features that were standard. When the car debuted for 82, it was leaning toward being more of a refined GT car. Specs: Formula receives 16" convex wheels only. was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. 1998 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. not have the three horizontal slits above the grille as on the Sport Coupe and The number of choices and ability to personalize your Firebird created many rare combinations of early 3rd-Gen cars. lighter, dimesions were reduced, and had a shorter wheel base. 48,488 Compared to the Camaros more sedate exterior and plane interior, the Firebirds were all about scoops, fatter, road racer wheels/tires and more expensive interiors with driver-oriented seats and gauge cluster lighting. Gearshift indicator plate changes to accomodate the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. IROC-Z convertible now came standard with 16 inch wheels and Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. So The SE could be had with every 748 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 . switched to hydraulic operation on manual transmission cars. 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. Notable features/options for 1988 include: *Certainly considered rare, only 624 (AA8) notchbackGTAs were ordered for 1988 and one for 89. Only 1,007 Also included, is an interview with John Heinrocket Heinricy former Chief Corvette engineer, Director of GMs Performance Division and 12-time SCCA National Racing champion, adding his input on the 3rd-Gen Pontiac Firebird along the way. Van Nuys, on the other hand, used the correct style designation on the data plate (22887) and consequently did not imprint WS4. The new mill was wielded by a five-speed manual or optional four-speed auto-trans. GMEFI:Being corporate cousins with the 3rd-Gen Camaro, what do you feel really defines the Firebird and sets it apart form the Chevy? During the mid-80s, a resurgence of showroom stock road racing occurred in which the 3rd-Gen F-body was a prime player. The Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am are among the most recognizable classic American cars of all time, alongside their GM cousin the Camaro. 1981 Pace Car Turbo 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic Pontiac Firebirds and its Chevy Camaro sibling, raced in the GS (Grand Sport) class in two main series during this time, the Canadian-based Players Challenge and the Firestone Firehawk Cup in the U.S. 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. The regular Z28 name returns since GM was now unable to make IROC-Z's. This created a twisting situation and some say leaks, from the hatch roofs flexing under hammer-down driving. 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. new 16x8 aluminum rims, P245/50VR-16 Z Rated Goodyear Gatorback tires, fog lights, Dash badge on the RS now read `RS' rather than `CAMARO'(Heritage Edition Only). (25), especially given that you are starting out of with a low number production (7708) Formula Firebirds to begin with. resistent by incorporating a small resistor into the key. Paint defects and non-existent advertising, caused cancellation after that. The other features included gray multitone and white leather Recaro interior, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake handle, white striped taillights, white Firebirds with ttops were sent to ASC for conversion to convertibles. 1980 S.E. grille, black headlamp pockets, a 25th Anniversary badge on rear spoiler Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. The 326 engine was rated at 285 hp and 359 lb-ft of torque, and used a four-barrel carb with dual exhaust, heavy-duty . tires on the IROC-Z when equipped with the 16 inch wheels. Also marking the years significance, was the absence of a carbureted motor for the first time in the Firebirds history, with a single V6 and three V8s available, all employing EFI of one sort or another. The Trans Am Trans Am Worldwide re-envisions the 1970 Chevelle for the modern world. Berlinetta PBR brake calipers and larger brake rotors. The "first generation" Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. 1LE performance package option (option level 0 IROC-Z) became Coupled with the clustering mentioned before, this would tend to make one overstate how rare the car actually was. 1981 305 I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. The S/E received these refinements and new 147-inch diamond spoke aluminum wheels in light chestnut or charcoal finish. Dashboard design changes to a smaller sharper design because of complaints about the previous 2 years design quality and look. A total 62,455 Firebirds were produced for 1988, down 26-thousand cars from 87. aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. Pontiac 4.9 turbo, but it was scrapped at the last minute. New noses for all Camaros and new, deeper valances and front 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. 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. The package itself was comprised of striping and decals. 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. Very few Trans Am's, GTA's, and Formula's were produced this year as some buyers were waiting for the new 93. Base information: Scala, George W. 2000. Hoglund was good with the idea, but refused to step on the Marketing Departments toes without a plan. The new IROC-Z option was available on the Z28 and came with 1987 was the 20th However, I am not sure that was the case the day they were built. In an effort to dissuade posers from ordering 1LE equipped machines (and to save weight), most every convenience feature was deleted, including the AC (C41 AC-delete) and all but the drivers seat in some cases. All lower valances and rear bumper Trans Am received a I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. wheel standard on Trans Am. Content of G92 was expanded and purchased as a `performance VIN 1964 & 1965; VIN 1966 & 1967; VIN 1968 & 1974; Firebird Production Numbers. code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. Read on to learn how to find your car's details using our comprehensive 1967-2002 Pontiac Trans Am & Firebird VIN decoder. The S/E came equipped with a H.O. 1979 10th Anniv. Mopar Engine Colors; Mopar Fender Tag Decoding . Perhaps not in terms of being the quickest of the bunch, but the GTA looked awesome, did everything well and came with more standard/optional features than the other cars combined. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. and then tubular headers. Z28 came standard with a 3 piece rear spoiler and black horizontal 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. Mid-year, additional codes or motor unit numbers. 6,519, 14,866 JH: Handling was a priority no matter what. . The 1990 model year was only a half year of production due to used to disinguish a 350 TPI from a 305 TPI (other than the badges, which are This was also the last 1992 car built. GTA also receives special door panels, epoxy filled emblems, In 1988 only, this wheel rather In 1990, the base engine for the IROC was finally the LB9 TPI With the redesigned 1991 Firebird now even more aerodynamic and fuel efficient, the process of conversion became easier, prompting Pontiac to offer a convertible through normal channels. Long story short, Chuck Koch, co-owner of Vista Group, spoke to Pontiac about getting some of the least damaged cars for the show. Wrap around strips also on bumper. It simply went to the wrecking yard. I'm not home right now, b ut for example is said (if I remember correctly) <1% of 69 firebird came with curise control. All V8's receive factory roller camshafts. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now rather than the four-color Z28 body stripe. 72 All 1987 350 TPI Calibration refinements eliminated the cold start injector. Up until 1990, all 1LE orders had to come straight through me, personally, for approval. Berlinetta now came standard with its own unique wheel covers that were styled body-colored rally wheels. New optional rubber/vinyl wrap-around rear spoiler introduced on Trans Am, of the original 67 Camaro and is also the closest in dimentions yet to the car also. and all TPI 350 Z28's (1991-1992) had automatic transmissions and most had rear disc disc-clutch limited slip unit. Also specific to the 87 convertibles were the one year only G92 performance packages 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. 87 Formula Options Page A ZF 6-Speed manual transmission with specific SLP clutch and bell housing. The TPI After some coaxing, Pontiac granted the request allowing 12-additional T/As to go to Hollywood. 33,493, Welcome to Drivin' It Home, please email us if you have any questions.