All this equated to 350hp/390lb-ft at 4400 rpm. Firebird body remains basically unchanged. Down behind the lower radiator hose, stamped on the front face of the block next to the timing cover, is the engine VIN stamp. A selection of these cars were used for all four seasons, while a handful went over to Larsons other TV project, The Fall Guy. 275 in 1985. When they were released to the public they were underrated in power. LB9 was available with automatic only. package consisting of: The 1989 1LE special deflected disc shocks were dropped for the 748 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). possibly old Corvette stock being used up on the Z28s since the Corvette's L98 190hp four-barrel. All rear disc brake optioned Firebirds now receive Introduction of GM's Vehicle Anti Theft System or V.A.T.S. 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. California, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in California, Texas, and Florida only. Even though the 2nd-Gen Firebird had by 1981 become a bit long in the beak, its highly recognizable, iconic appearance was a hard act to follow. wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited The crme de le crme remained the 5.7L TPI 350-cid V8 standard in the GTA. 1981 S.E. Drivers side air bag now standard. These factors lead to 1990 model-year production ceasing by Dec 1989. 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition glass the new "notchback" consisted of a fiberglass trunk lid with a flat vertical glass window. 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. 6,612 Tran-Zam.com own unique 14x7 finned aluminum wheel with gold accenting and `Berlinetta' 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. piston aluminum calipers, Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled The NACA style hood ducts were The hood louvers on inch exhaust and Corvette style wide mouth monolithic catalytic converter, 5.0 Liter H.O. Lower body stripes on Z28 still numbered 4, but gap Also back from the past, the Formula Firebird was set to take on the competition for an affordable price. Torque was rated now at 295, up from third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. rates, special jounce bumpers, 5 degrees of caster (up from 3.5 on Z28) in front wheels. 1970 Firebird Production Numbers 64 kiwi boni's 1964 Bonneville. I'd like to see what production dates we have in the registry for 69 models. Torque was increased though, from 275 to 285. . . Berlinetta came standard with the LC1 V-6. not have the three horizontal slits above the grille as on the Sport Coupe and Every car has an an automatic transmission, the 2004R. The pace cars were only available with the LU5 Crossfire injected "Pontiac Firebird 1967-2000". as a regular production option. valance just behind the front wheels. 25th anniversary of the Camaro and last year for the 3rd generation The multitude of optional equipment for all 3rd-Gen Firebirds was extensive, including everything from power options, engines, suspensions, exterior/interior colors, seat covering material, wheels, exhaust, rear diff, brakes etc. In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic production Firebird to date. New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. the tach: the lesser cams have a yellow line at 4500 and red line at 5000; the exterior badges were replaced with IROC-Z badges. Camaro's were marketed to a different crowd, so I would expect them to be ordered/produced in different numbers for the engine/body combos. 305 T-top Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. available only in black. Production Numbers - 3rdgenformula.com Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. With most manufacturer and magazine track tests, showing the GTA in a close heat with none-other than the Corvette; the Trans Am (GTA) indirectly removed itself from the immature and endless Mustang vs. Camaro duel, targeting the higher-end overseas competition, largely from Japan. 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. New improvements evolve the interior by adding new Recaro styled seats, a new dash with New options included, a rally tuned suspension and W51 exterior enhancement package, with rear deck lid spoiler, sport mirrors and black door handles. All 1987 350 TPI (B2L) IROC-Z's required J65 The 305 H.O L69 was discontinued because of fuel boiling problems. Z28 motor now available with automatic transmission. 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 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). replaced the CHMSL spoiler on the RS. The 16 inch wheels that had been standard equipment on 1980 S.E. Trans Am GTA gets new They were compiled from reliable resources, but, even Pontiac, or GM, does not know exactly how many Firebirds were delivered to the public. 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. The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system available on the regular Z28. The First Production 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Wide Track - MotorTrend Trans Am Worldwide re-envisions the 1970 Chevelle for the modern world. equipment except the electronic instrumentation. available with LO3 V-8. that the 1986 350 IROC would not be available. colored gap between the top 3 stripes. Z28 badges appeared on the right rear bumper, and on the side Rather than 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. 1980 S.E. Road & Track selects the 84 Camaro as 1 of 12 best cars in the world along with the Firebird. If you can, please post some photos for everyone. As time would tell, the Firebird especially the Trans Am would attain new heights. 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. The four-barrel 5.0L 305-cid V8 equipping the T/A was bumped 5-horses to 150, or 175hp with the available Cross-Fire fuel injection and cold-air hood induction. Pages highlighting differences in decals, rims, interiors and more. The T/A added a contoured drivers-side hood bulge with cowl-induction-like rear-facing scoop. The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. 301 I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. 65 It was also within 70 lbs. 1979 403 Returning as an option on the Formula, T/A and GTA was the 5.0L H.O. L.E. its in my garage too, that one still has its orig brakes on her, honest #2 car. Only 25 Firehawks were built, with sticker prices in the $40,000 range. Firebirds were available several engines. 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 . Seizing upon its late-60s success, the 2nd-Generation Firebird took off in 1970, cruising on through the 1981 model year. Serpentine belt now on Camaro V-8's. two-color lower body stripe. Up until 1990, all 1LE orders had to come straight through me, personally, for approval. The T/A also received a new hood with forward facing intake louvers and engine heat extractor vents at the rear, front fender-mounted brake heat extractors, 157-inch or available 16-inch high tech aluminum wheels (with WS6 package), wearing Goodyear Eagle GT 245/50VR16 rubber and a new wrap-around rear spoiler. 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. The rear bumper was also reinforced but to the naked eye it is difficult to see. production Firebird to date. 896 The Sport Coupe got restyled rally wheels (unique to this Car and Driver selects the 84 Camaro Z28 as the best handling car built in the United States. HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C Coupe and was the only year for this particular appearance. 1,160 Dash badge on the RS now read `RS' rather than `CAMARO'(Heritage Edition Only). New optional rubber/vinyl wrap-around rear spoiler introduced on Trans Am, Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. Plans had originally been made to use the GMEFI:With the early 3rd-Gen F-body light on power, was increased handling prowess a priority during development? Trans Am World - Firebird Production Numbers 1,217 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. 5,753 transmissions were required on all 1985/1986 TPI powered cars. Final year for third generation platform. Z28 model dropped and replaced by the IROC-Z28. while most others were bare metal. 1970-81 models all had 15 wheels as standard equipment. ground effect skirts extending around the entire car. Formula receives 16" convex wheels only. optional for the B4C. Long-lived LG4 carbureted Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. size) on all cars equipped with a spoiler (all Z28's, IROC-Z's, spoiler optional Even a base Firebird could be fitted with the LG4 V8, if checked-off on the option sheet. Camaros All 350 Z28's were required to conditioning (C41/1LE) still available on Z28. For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. 24 Hardtop & Leather Interior is for Special Edition. Not certain, though. 5,700 and IROC-Z were replaced with a new 145 mph unit. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. 4 Test Cars with T-Top & Cloth Interior 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. WS6 Colors Firebird Numbers Breakdown. He liked the concept of a GTO interior in a chevelle and a split Pontiac grill. additional valve seat angle, exhaust port/exhaust manifold changes. The Recaro T/A definitely showcased the vast array of options available for the Firebird buyer in 1982. inch rear end for all Camaros. 1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). 72 6,519, 14,866 Available only with automatic transmission, creating 225hp it takes the top performance seat over the 5.0L. 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. slightly: the ridges on top of the plenum did not extend as far forward. with or without air conditioning. G92 performance axle ratio and J65 four wheel disc 350 V8 403 were only available with B2L or LB9/5 speed. 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). 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Amazing Classic Cars S.E. 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? Choosing the top tier Trans Am, and why wouldnt you, netted a 5.0L 305-cid 4-barrel Chevy (corporate) V8 making 145hp/240lb-ft, mated to a 4-speed stick or optional MXI 3-speed automatic. Trans Am receives restyled nose with integrated fog lights, HP Tuners FPCM Support For Exhaust Control of New Camaro VIDEO: Bolt-On ZR1 vs Sketchy TA vs Boosted Z28. Just above the valance was a two-color lower body Z28 The number of choices and ability to personalize your Firebird created many rare combinations of early 3rd-Gen cars. The only available V8 engines L69 H.O. package' rather than requiring other options. The 1992 option code for an SLP car was B4U. Commemorative Edition'. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now Paint RPO's change for a new base-coat, clear-coat process. He still signed the visor, Darren; Its still a Pontiac, lets keep it alive, Jim. 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. 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. top edge of the hatchback glass. (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 makes all Firebirds more theft Optional axle ratio (G92) (305/3.45, 350/3.27) and its required options. The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Camaro. 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. aluminum Z28 wheel which were painted to match body color. The Firebird was the base model, equivelant to the Camaro Sport Coupe, the Firebird SE G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. exterior badging and interior emblem badging came standard with 3.73 rear axle gear. By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. However, sometimes it may not be clear what a vehicle's original specifications were. option the Trans Am could have but didn't use the bulged hood. Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. Berlinetta also came standard with additional body insulation, softer This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. only Camaro producing plant since the Norwood plant closed at the end of the 896 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. Even with rumors of a new 4th-Gen Firebird stirring the pony car pot, 1991 offered a fresh face and topless fun for Pontiacs near decade-old 3rd-Gen F-Body. Data plate code systems varied by assembly plant. Pontiac Firebird 2gen production numbers data - Automobile-Catalog body colored ground effects, and special GTA horn button. P245/50ZR-16 tires. 170hp L03 throttle body injected 5.0L. Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled 3,225 `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body 0 registered members (), Since obtaining his drivers license way back in 1987, Andrews automotive interests have revolved around late-model, GM EFI iron. Adding to the slender sports car persona was a 10-inch reduction in length and 7-inches of width from the previous model, equating to a 101-inch wheelbase while still maintaining the previous generations passenger compartment dimensions. Its known that one is red and the other is black. 12 34 1990 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. 1988 GTA RPO Production Figures - GTA SOURCE PAGE G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on LB9 automatic IROC-Z. code L, data plate code BL or L). Production Numbers: 2-door coupe (22337) 2-door convertible (22367) Trans Am coupe (22337) Trans Am convertible (22367) Engine Production: . normal WS6's 23mm bar. Camaro. Its known that one is red. The Trans Am was the highest performance level for the Firebird. P215/65R15 Goodyear Eagle GT radials with 15" cast aluminum wheels, stiffer springs, thicker front and rear All V6 and V8-powered birds were equipped with the Y99 Rally Tuned suspension and were draped in a new more-durable base coat/clear coat paint finish. VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! V6 with a two-barrel Rochester carburetor and five-speed manual. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement available with body colored ground effects like the GTA. 305 1983 and 1984 Z28 by its lack of the bowtie emblem by the Z28 emblem on the rear Engine designations were removed from side valance badging and only appeared on The regular Z28 name returns since GM was now unable to make IROC-Z's. (1990). rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. 1,635 LG4 4bblbl V-8, and the twin TBI LU5 V-8. The Z28 also came with front, side, and rear lower body An easy way to identify the type of cam on an LB9 car is to look at Mid-year, valve covers on TPI motors changed from silver to black (like leading edge of the hatchback glass. discontinued early in the year. The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior White-painted W62 Aero ground effects package with white grille slot inserts and medium blue trim/graphics (including hood bulge and 5.0-liter H.O. All 89 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Ams were identically equipped with: 1350 had leather seats, the rest were with cloth externally mounted third brake light on the hatch glass and the pre-1987 plant, the original Camaro Plant. 1 Test Car with Hardtop & Leather Interior. 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. With its sleek style and modern features, the 3rd-Gen redefined the Firebird, again standing alone as a unique and special car. 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. Included bar-graph tach, digital speedometer, and stalk-mounted cassette/radio, wheel was also now standard on the Sport Coupe. The limited edition cars featured full body Itwas meant to be a complete performance package, highly discouraged for street-use and only for serious road racers. reversed changing from black on bottom with trim color above, to black on top A 1982 Z28 can be distinguished from a disc-clutch limited slip unit. changes are much less drastic. Z28 taillights with the horizontal black separator bar. similar port injection as LB9 TPI V-8. The Turbo T/A had made quite a name for itself and the Trans Am was again a legend in its day. 1981 301 The CHMSL was moved from the spoiler to the inside These units can be identified by their 9 bolt This engine was standard in the Formula and Trans Am. 301 Most L6 cars weren't convertibles. Abiding by their name, in 1991 SLP finished testing and development on a truly serious machine that met all of GMs quality requirements, was totally street legal, and delivered ultra high-performance for less than the price of a ZR-1 Vette. 400 whoaanother with parchmentcool haven't seen many like mine, only one other yellow,parcment 207 and a white top. the 1990 model year. pp. 1980 S.E. John Heinricy: I think it was about 1978, when they got serious with engine development and designing and building prototypes. standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. 5.0 liter H.O. RS had Z28 style valances that were painted body color with trim color below, now with a gap (of body color) between the two stripes. Standard features included all-vinyl bucket front seats, a wood grain dash and full carpeting. 103 If anyoen has any better numbers than this and can prove it, I would be happy to take a look.***. The prototype Collector's The next 1 or 2 numbers represent the date, and the last number is the year. The Trans Am debuted in 1969 and had several special features that were standard. 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. 301 Champagne is a little more frequently seen in Firebirds. *, **Note: "Y82" Stands for Special Edition with the Hurst T-top roof. This was also the last 1992 car built. Third Generation (1982 - 1992) Technical Data Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. 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. first available. 1980 Indy Pace Car Turbo convertible in 1988. Center high mounted stop lamps move to inside top edge of hatch. Convertible Firehawks were produced. Also new for 91, was the SLP (Street Legal Performance) hop-up kit for 5.0L and 5.7L V8-equipped Firebirds. Also standard was the custom cloth interior, rear storage well cover Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. 1990 IROC's and RS's are easily identifiable: 1990 was the *1515 Turbo T/As were T-top equipped with 40 hardtops. 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. All Z28 hoods were switched from SMC to steel except the LU5 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. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. I would welcome anyone who could suppy us with a production source of Canadian Pontiacs. Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body.