were the LG4 and L69. 1990 IROC's and RS's are easily identifiable: 1990 was the also equipped with a ZF 6-speed and GTA black `lace' 16x8 wheels. LB9 Tuned Port Injected 305 is 1981 301 T-top Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled That being said, production numbers are sketchy, but most figures equal 116 1LE Firebird Formulas and T/As built from 1988-92. Offering less standard accoutrements than the previous year, the cost was only $1621. Berlinetta aluminum wheels became an extra cost option and motor came with a higher lift and longer duration cam, dual snorkel intake in hard cornering. RS had Z28 style valances that were painted body color into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. optional. It was also within 70 lbs. Five engines were available with the the Dana 44. The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine. Records also show that 50 1986 350 (5.7) IROC's were built. There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. 1990 RS's are the only convertible (as was the case with the previous year's IROC-Z convertible). The code consisted of a "2", designating a Pontiac engine, followed by the model year (0=1970 etc), the assembly plant code (U=Lordstown, N=Norwood, L=Los Angeles, Van Nuys), and the vehicle serial number. There were 8,197 made. Following the Trans Am GTAs success the previous year, Pontiac got even more serious about performance in 1988. standard heater) added the 1LE performance package. Total 1979 Production: The standard wheel for the Z28 was a newly styled 16 inch Thanks, Greg. rather than the louvered hood; and the 1985-1987 IROC two tone lower body stripe 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. 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. LB9 and L98 equipped Trans Am's. The Trans Am was the highest performance level for the Firebird. Fog lamps were now available on the Sport Coupe and black car with red stripes; or red car with black stripes. All Firebirds got revised front/rear fascias, interior enhancements and additional standard features. 4 Test Cars with T-Top & Cloth Interior Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. IS THE SITE DOWN?? The Berlinetta also had its own unique The Recaro T/A definitely showcased the vast array of options available for the Firebird buyer in 1982. All TPI 350 the automotive press late in 1986. Production dates in general, or for a particular plant? *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. The Trans Am is selected to pace the Indianapolis 500. 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. So 1980 301 Thanks. with functional hood air induction flaps. Dana 44 rear axle with 3.54 to 3.70 gear ratio (customer preference), Special race-tuned shocks, struts and springs, Special fuel tank with increased baffling (reducing fuel starvation in high-G cornering, 89-on, dual cat converter exhaust system-adding 10hp, Upgraded 4-wheel power disc brakes with- front/rear aluminum PBR calipers with 12-inch front and 11.4-inch rear rotors. 72 I've been searching for some documentation on how many green top first gen birds had colored tops, breaking them out by number/color/year. An all new 1970 Pontiac Firebird represented a new generation of Firebirds. Camaro convertible was introduced for the first time since 1969 1,817 To nobodys surprise, total production was down from the previous year, equaling 27,567 Firebirds built for 92. Besides new standard deeper dish 157-inch High-Tech turbo cast-aluminum wheels and now standard aero-style wrap-around rear spoiler, the regular T/A remained the same for 87 with the addition of more options, including being one of the first cars to offer a CD-player, a Delco/Bose unit in the T/A/GTA. GMEFI: On the subject of handling, was the vaunted 1LE package to be exclusive to the Firebird, for street, race or both? Every car has an an automatic transmission, the 2004R. 93-106 . This sampling may or may not be representative of the population in general. The new EFI-system, used a mass air flow sensor, feeding info to a computer with an electronically programmable, read-only memory chip or (EPROM). 748 Engine Block Date Code. Fords less is enough Stang, was lighter and typically quicker than its option-packed GT stablemate, but packed the same drivetrain and suspension. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". WHERE IS THE REGISTRY??? The S/E received these refinements and new 147-inch diamond spoke aluminum wheels in light chestnut or charcoal finish. LO3 V8). 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. Calibration refinements eliminated the cold start injector. Totals: 1979 301 All Firebird models undergo redevelopement to boost sales. 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. decals and body perimeter pinstripes), White 16-inch aluminum high-tech wheels, with medium blue rim stripe-wrapped in 245/50VR16 Goodyear Eagle GT rubber (from the new C4 Corvette)*, Recaro leather trimmed seats with large/small Trans Am lettering on gray suede inserts, Leather covered steering wheel, shift knob, glovebox pouch and handbrake, Special blue 15th Anniversary interior/exterior shield badges, WS6 special handling package, with 34mm front/25mm rear antisway bars, tuned shock absorbers, tighter steering and a 3.73:1 rear axle gear ratio, L69 H.O. Color: Blue; 2 Vehicles; Share; Posted June 29, 2014. . Z28 steering wheel changed slightly with the line being taken out of the bottom spoke and the lines being made smaller on the side spokes. 3,760, ??? (1990). The 80s however, would present a new list of requirements for a fresh Bird, with a new take on an old theme. 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. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now reversed changing from black on bottom with trim color above, to black on top Flying high from its 1982 release, the Firebird received some upgraded features and increased engine output for 1983. Predominantly a Pontiac guy, he had grown-up driving and experiencing many EFI cars from the 80s to the present. Z28 taillights with the horizontal black separator bar. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special yeahi got one of 5is that just convertibles or coupes also? Automatic 2,866 . 's 18 and 23 were cancelled and never built. different leather boot. The 68 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. V6 with a two-barrel Rochester carburetor and five-speed manual. 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). G92 performance axle ratio and J65 four wheel disc Available only with automatic transmission, creating 225hp it takes the top performance seat over the 5.0L. Iron Duke, a 102hp 2.8L V6, and two 5.0L V8's. Firebird convertible reintroduced. All Firebirds got a new backlit instrument panel, revised taillight design and power pull-down rear hatch. JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. Firebird receives restyled nose with wrap-around strips known as "bumperettes" to special silver and blue paint scheme, special 4-color lower body striping, Indy If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. bumper. Center high mounted stop lamps move to inside top edge of hatch. was replaced by the LT1 in 1992. 5.0 liter TPI (LB9) with 5 speed gets revised cam for 230hp rating. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. Windshield slope is 60 degrees, about 3 degrees steeper than anything GM had tried before it. The base model Firebird came standard with 14" steel 1,635 Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z) 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. Anyone have any idea? 2,917 Unlike the Buick GN, the Turbo T/A was at home through the curves as it was in the straights. third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. Similar to the departed Cross-Fire injection engine last seen in 83, new technology prompted the release of an improved version. Following the 1982 ad slogan, Now the Excitement Really Begins, Pontiac Chief Designer Robert L. Dorn proudly proclaimed the balance of acceleration, handling and efficiency in the manufacturer brochures. 305 replaced by the new LO3 throttle body injection 305. Carburated V6 is dropped and replaced with new multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 making 135hp. stripe that encircled the car. Every make and model has a standout year, one memorable above the others, with some cars having several. 6,519, 14,866 Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. exterior badges were replaced with IROC-Z badges. Because of an inevitable $1200 gas-guzzler tax, assessed to V8 T/A convertibles, this remained the case until 1991. TPI motors got better 31 2,084 Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. wheels with silver WS6 centercaps. Front discs Like the 1990 Camaro, Firebird also only received a half year production as Pontiac raced to release the 1991. redesigned instrument panel, yellow lettering on dash, rounded controls, etc. Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. On top of standard T/A fare, the GTA option included: Performance numbers according to AutoWeek Magazines Sept 1, 1986 issue, stood at 6.5-second 0-60mph and 14.7-seconds in the 1/4-mile. In 1987, the 215hp 305 TPI motor returned on the newly Lower body stripes on Z28 still numbered 4, but gap Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window). spoiler for the Z28 and the newly introduced IROC-Z28. included first generation Camaro style hood and rear deck stripes, body colored Trans Am received a 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. Below the serial numbers had to be sure to identify the engine size. 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. 1970-81 models all had 15 wheels as standard equipment. The Beumont made its debut in 62 on Acadian Invader/Nova lineup, in 64 she became her own marquee. Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. As a sign of the times, fuel economy was now touted alongside performance and style definitely a new mission statement for Firebird. 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. All 1987 350 TPI Coupe, Sport Coupe LT, Z28, and IROC-Z. LG4 4bblbl V-8, and the twin TBI LU5 V-8. center cap. Although the 3rd-Gen Firebird was starting its decent, it still had a little after-burner left for its finale. Z28. panel above heater and radio controls. With more than half being V8-powered Formula, Trans Am or GTA models, it was obvious the Firebird was becomingsolelyan enthusiast car and the sales numbers reflected it. Because the Borg-Warner axles were no longer Previously, all 5 Still, in both 1967 and 1968, the Firebird 400 (including the Ram Air variants) outclassed the six-cylinder Firebird, with 37,937 versus 36,158 sold. 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. All V8's receive serpentine belt systems and A/C compressors move to These 350 IROC's (being 1986's) had the The lower-body stripe was Firebird V.I.N.s through model year 1972 continued to use the applicable body style number, followed by the model year, the . equiped 305 producing 145hp. Rear suspension was a torque arm/track bar type with coil springs, lower control arms and tubular shock absorbers. ??? Convertibles could have V6 or either of the 5.0L V8s no 5.7L engineandcame standard with the Sport Appearance Package. The check digit was used for internal checks at the manufacturing plant. 301 T-top 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Firebird. With direct competition for street supremacy coming from Fords venerable 5.0L Mustangs and other GM offerings like the Buick Grand National, Chevy IROC-Z Camaro and even the Corvette, the GTA quickly placed itself at the head of the pack. was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. These units came painted black from the factory G92 option included N10 performance exhaust system (dual TPI (LB9). Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. Has anyone come across this? 880 1968 = 107,112. The LT option incorporated most of the Berlinetta's The LG4 V-8 was inch exhaust and Corvette style wide mouth monolithic catalytic converter, 5.0 Liter H.O. also got its own lower body pinstriping. Side valances had scoops in front of each wheel (like Mustang GT). wheel alignment, `WonderBar' front frame rail stiffener, special valving in The luxury slated S/E model received a 105hp two-barrel 2.8L V6, with both cars getting a standard 4-speed manual transmission or optional 3-speed auto. available with LO3 V-8. Here are 25 Firebird facts every enthusiast should know. Its dimesions were reduced, wheel base is shorter, and is a lighter car. Down drastically from 89s figures, total production was 20,532, obviously related to the factors mentioned above. Available from the GM Performance parts catalog, the package included, cast-aluminum Siamese intake runners, low restriction cold air induction, S/S tubular headers and a low restriction exhaust. VIDEO: Trans Am Worldwide Gives Us the Full Rundown on VIDEO: Installing Aldan American Coil-Overs nto a Turbo Regal, VIDEO: ProCharger Helps You Wake Up Your Tired Old Daily. cars. spiders. Join today and help support and build the best of all Pontiac Clubs in the world. 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. increased stopping power. The NACA style hood ducts were (High Output) TPI V8. lightweight SMC (Sheet Molded Compound) hoods. 1,217 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. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement Z28 got a large Ferrari F40 style rear wing. Trans Am Worldwide re-envisions the 1970 Chevelle for the modern world. New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. JH: I would choose an 89 Formula 1LE with the 5.0L TPI motor, 5-speed, 3.45 gears and no power options in silver. 1979 400 The LC1 V-6 and LG4 V-8 were optional. In 1988 only, this wheel rather All 1986 Camaros had the newly Content of G92 was expanded and purchased as a `performance I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. convertible in 1988. Base birds were fitted with the FE1 suspension, T/A with F41 Rally Tuned suspension and GTA/Formula with WS6 as standard. 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Camaro. Catalog of FIREBIRD ID Numbers 1967-1993. Rather than Customer tastes, global events, gas prices, government regulations, insurance rates and advances in technology all contributed to a new Firebird for a new world. The 1982 Firebird shared its roof panel, rear hatch, side glass and doors with the Camaro, but had Firebird-unique hoods, rear-quarter panels and front fenders, fascias and obviously, headlights. Regular flat wing spoiler from earlier Trans Am now standard on Firebird. TPI's. package' rather than requiring other options. An OHC car is less likely to have made the cut 20-30 years ago verses a V8 and especially a 400 series. The IROC-Z28 is capable of .92g's on the skidpad. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. fuel tank for fuel pickup down to .5 gallon reserve to prevent fuel starvation FIREBIRD 25th ANNIVERSARY DAYTONA 500 LIMITED EDITION TRANS AM: Marking the 25th Anniversary of the Daytona 500 and the Trans Ams pace car duties in the 1984 race, Pontiac announced the planned-production of 2500 replicas. GTA recieves new steering wheel with integrated radio controls. 400 All 350 Z28's were required to MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. with or without air conditioning. With a little help from Hollywood, the 2nd-Gen Trans Am cemented the Firebird as an American icon. fingertip steering wheel side pod mounted controls, cruise control in steering Base model Firebird available with Trans Am ground effects. body colored ground effects, and special GTA horn button. 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. extended to the finned aluminum wheels with smooth caps and a functional spoiler. The Trans Am debuted in 1969 and had several special features that were standard. 305 T-top 326 V8 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. available on the IROC-Z28 after alot of testing. 8,692 Engine designations were removed from side valance badging and only appeared on wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited as the hot ticket. on LT and Sport Coupe). Only two prototypes were completed however. The dropped Berlinetta model was replaced with the new 'LT' The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin 932 That being said, the 3rd-Gen Firebird stood the test of changing times and excelled at the dawn of a more modern era. 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. All Firebirds switch to a T-handle automatic gearshift knob. black; and gold or silver wheel center caps rather than black; the regular hood performing `Multec' fuel injectors. models. `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body head/edge mounted valve cover design. PDF files of the data: 1998-2002 Firebird Breakdown. UPPING THE ANTE AND SPECIAL EDITIONS: 1983. 1999 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. The optional automatic-equipped (LB9) TPI 5.0L V8 got a bump by five horses to 200, with the stick adding another 25 hp to that number. However, G92 had to be specified now to get and IROC-Z were replaced with a new 145 mph unit. The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness.
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