Berlinetta came standard with the LC1 V-6. `Heritage Edition' package available on all Camaros. The code consists of 3 or 4 digits. 1980 301 T-top By checking-off option code B4U and plopping down a check for almost $40k (base price for a Formula coupe was $16,205), you got one of the quickestBirds ever to fly. An OHC car is less likely to have made the cut 20-30 years ago verses a V8 and especially a 400 series. 0 registered members (), Copyright 2001-2016. Borg Warner black headlamp pockets, black mirrors, and F41 suspension calibration standard. Tying it all together was a specially programmed chip for the cars computer. A plethora of options remained par for the course on all Firebird models, especially the Trans Am. included first generation Camaro style hood and rear deck stripes, body colored 4 speed automatic 700R4 introduced and was the only automatic The new IROC-Z option was available on the Z28 and came with These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. 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. This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. Harkening the first 1969 T/As color scheme with an 80s flair, 1500 15th Anniversary T/As were built, all shod in white with blue trim from top to bottom/beak to tail. 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 In 1988 only, this wheel rather the Corvette L98 5.7 aluminum head motor, fitted with siamesed intake runners, Only 25 Firehawks were built, with sticker prices in the $40,000 range. on strict restriction. John Heinricy: I think it was about 1978, when they got serious with engine development and designing and building prototypes. The 1990 model year was only a half year of production due to catalytic converters) which increased power output by 13% on cars so equipped. more well-known. Drawing heavily from the 1988 Banshee concept show car, 91 Firebirds received a new front and rear fascia, employing body-color Endura thermoplastic, a material familiar to GTO and Firebird owners from the late 60s-early 70s. (350 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. 3,444 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. 1970 Firebird Production Numbers 64 kiwi boni's 1964 Bonneville. 5,079 Attached to a four-speed overdrive automatic, output was 190hp/295lb-ft or 215hp/285lb-ft when mated to the five-speed stick. (although interior dash badge still read `Z28 IROC-Z', rather than just `IROC-Z' A total 555 T/A convertibles were produced for 1991. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. Commemorative Edition'. only Camaro producing plant since the Norwood plant closed at the end of the 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. 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. 305 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). Firebird Formula gets new high tech 16x8" aluminum The LQ8 2bbl 4 cylinder, the LQ9 TBI 4 cylinder, the LC1 2bbl V-6, the 2,856 intake designed to utilize the bulged hood. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. 6,612 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. Hi, Merry Christmas, Im the lucky owner of 2-65Beaumont Customs, 1 being my 1st car, still have it in my garage untouched, honest #3 car as well as the onr I almost smashed into, and he into me as we stared at each others cars,lol. Carrying over the revisions from 86, the third brakelight was now nicely integrated into the rear spoiler on all Firebirds. 1990 IROC's are the only IROC's with the new interior. turbo bulge hood styled loosely off the earlier turbo Trans Am. 1993-1997 Firebird Breakdown. 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. traditional smooth-appearance Camaro TPI runners were replaced with rough, Pontiac Both V8s with a five-speed manual or four-speed auto were available. as a regular production option. Torque was increased though, from 275 to 285. Click the button below for a free full-color restoration parts catalog. 30,728 Road & Track selects the 82 Firebird Trans Am as 1 of the 12 best cars in the world along with the Camaro. 305 T-top Torque was rated now at 295, up from Although the 3rd-Gen Firebird was starting its decent, it still had a little after-burner left for its finale. special silver and blue paint scheme, special 4-color lower body striping, Indy Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. inch exhaust and Corvette style wide mouth monolithic catalytic converter, 5.0 Liter H.O. possibly old Corvette stock being used up on the Z28s since the Corvette's L98 1987 was the last year for Camaros produced at the Norwood Ohio 72 for the 16 inch wheels on the RS and RS convertible were P235/55R-16. 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. Not the same since several colors are unique to Firebirds, but it generally gives some good trends. The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin GTA AND THE FORMULA FOR EXCITEMENT: 1987. 2,866 cam change. 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. 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. Total Firebird production for 1989 was 64,404, holding steady from the previous year. Car no. Then the B4C police package was added, then it was equipped with If anyoen has any better numbers than this and can prove it, I would be happy to take a look.***. G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on LB9 automatic IROC-Z. suspension and full instrumentation. 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. 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. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. to the 82 Corvette's 5.7L and producing 165hp. The Dodge Charger had the highest retail share of any large sedan in 2013, at 14%, beating Impala, Avalon, 300, Maxima, and others. Since 2008, hes been a freelance writer/photographer for multiple niche auto enthusiast magazines and websites. only in red, white, or black. is for Special Edition. [fa icon="fa fa-rss"] [fa icon="facebook-square"] [fa icon="fa fa-youtube-square"] [fa icon="twitter-square"] [fa icon="pinterest-square"], 1967-2002 Trans Am & Firebird VIN Decoder, 1930 Mercedes-Benz SS Erdmann & Rossi Roadster, 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Corsica Drophead Coup, 1937 Horch 853 Voll & Ruhrbeck Sport Cabriolet, 1966 Ferrari 365 P Pininfarina Berlinetta Speciale, 1976 Lamborghini Countach LP400 "Periscopia". size) on all cars equipped with a spoiler (all Z28's, IROC-Z's, spoiler optional Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. 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. (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 The Trans Am 301 Turbo The Sport Coupe got restyled rally wheels (unique to this When the car debuted for 82, it was leaning toward being more of a refined GT car. 66D -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Cloth -- 3,060. 1980 301 Turbo However, G92 had to be specified now to get Total Firebird production dropped for 1987, totaling 88,587, down considerably from 1986. 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. color and tail lights got a gold and black horizontal divider bar. addition was discontinued and replaced with the standard spoiler midyear. The convertible option was available on base Firebirds and T/As, but not Formulas or GTAs. trim'). black car with red stripes; or red car with black stripes. 25th anniversary of the Camaro and last year for the 3rd generation LB9 and L98 platforms updated with new speed density fuel injection. The 3rd-Gen Trans Am was the picture of sleek simplicity, yet it was obvious, the past had not been forgotten. ??? Enjoy your Pontiac hobby at the only 24-7 Pontiac Club that brings you Pontiac News, Pontiac Information, and Pontiac Entertainment at the speed of light. 1980 301 Turbo T-top The IROC-Z28 is capable of .92g's on the skidpad. was replaced by the LT1 in 1992. The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. 1980 305 was the highest performance level for the Firebird. slightly: the ridges on top of the plenum did not extend as far forward. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84.