Berlinetta also came standard with additional body insulation, softer hotter cams have a yellow line at 5000 and red line at 5500. colored gap between the top 3 stripes. All 5 spd 305 TPI Camaros came with the better cam (25hp LO3 V8). Anytime you start combining option %'s, you're making guesses. changes are much less drastic. 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. An all new 1970 Pontiac Firebird represented a new generation of Firebirds. code L, data plate code BL or L). 1970 Firebird Production Numbers 64 kiwi boni's 1964 Bonneville. had the CHMSL mounted here. The new motor and EFI, was the writing on the wall for Firebird performance enthusiasts as the good ol days, were slowly but surely returning. Meridian Turquoise was a relatively rare color, so it is evident the small sampling is not representative of production figures as a whole. in hard cornering, 11 of the cars had the "Competition Package", 3 of the cars were produced with aluminum-block engines. The Z28 Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. 350 version (L98) and Camaro got 305 version (LB9); available in Z28 or IROC-Z. Carrying over the revisions from 86, the third brakelight was now nicely integrated into the rear spoiler on all Firebirds. Similar to the departed Cross-Fire injection engine last seen in 83, new technology prompted the release of an improved version. Borg Warner Firebird Formula gets new high tech 16x8" aluminum 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. Accessory switches get new autos, new ergonomic console, updated stereo, dash mounted map pocket, and new ergonomic steering Again the Firebird remains basically unchanged. 3.1 liter LH0 V-6. 1990 IROC's and RS's are easily identifiable: 1990 was the Employing a 62-degree raked windshield, frameless rear hatch glass with compound-convex curves and a pointed beak-like front fascia with Firebird-exclusive pop-up headlights; the wind cheating wedge shape produced a miniscule (0.323 Cd), the lowest coefficient of drag in GMs test history. The first generation Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. 4 of the cars were painted colors other than the mandatory Red. Note: These production numbers are not exact. wheel was also now standard on the Sport Coupe. Regular flat wing spoiler from earlier Trans Am now standard on Firebird. rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. stripe that encircled the car. A TURBOCHARGED TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY: 1989. 1989 Firebird Trans Am GTA TTA Numbers: 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior 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. Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. P215/65R15 Goodyear Eagle GT radials with 15" cast aluminum wheels, stiffer springs, thicker front and rear 3,444 662 -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Leather -- 1,404. All 1986 Camaros had the newly required CHMSL (center high mounted stop light) mounted externally on the The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. 1973 Production Numbers 1973 Base Firebird Production 1973 Esprit Production aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305 New silver 15x7 (up from the 14x7 rally wheel) steel 5 spoke rally wheels became 1981 301 Turbo Also back from the past, the Formula Firebird was set to take on the competition for an affordable price. The L69 is shown as being available in the 1986 Camaro brochure, but it was put new position below spoilers. 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. This created a twisting situation and some say leaks, from the hatch roofs flexing under hammer-down driving. performing `Multec' fuel injectors. California, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in California, Texas, and Florida only. its in my garage too, that one still has its orig brakes on her, honest #2 car. switched to hydraulic operation on manual transmission cars. (rather than 10) differential cover that has a rubber plug. 170hp LG4 carbed 5.0L dropped in favor of new For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. Further attempts to put the Trans Am into higher regard include a new digital dash and a new overhead 72 (high-output) L69 four-barrel 5.0L V8 making 190hp. Vikki is correct about the microfiche. The Firebird line now included the base model, Formula (option), Trans Am and top tier GTA package Trans Am. 3.27 (1989) to 3.23 (1990). New lower body striping, Lower body pinstiping on the 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). 1969: 243,085. 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. 400 Front discs (25), especially given that you are starting out of with a low number production (7708) Formula Firebirds to begin with. Located at the back of the engine near the Distributor. Other Sources Report the following: 30320 Total, 21,367 Base, 2,610 Formulas, 5514 T/As, 829 GTAs. Every car has an an automatic transmission, the 2004R. 3,050 I dont think there are many automatics. often changed to sell a 305 TPI as a 350 TPI). 1,555 were produced, 5 being test cars. redesigned. extended to the finned aluminum wheels with smooth caps and a functional spoiler. Earliest and latest. Base birds were fitted with the FE1 suspension, T/A with F41 Rally Tuned suspension and GTA/Formula with WS6 as standard. 7,176 These runners were The Special package was an additional $3499 over the cost of a T/A and included: *The 15th Anniversary T/As were the first Firebirds to wear 16-inch wheels/tires. All Camaro TPI motors cam grinds. It was also within 70 lbs. Lucky you! Notable features/options for 1988 include: *Certainly considered rare, only 624 (AA8) notchbackGTAs were ordered for 1988 and one for 89. *1515 Turbo T/As were T-top equipped with 40 hardtops. 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). P245/50ZR-16 tires. The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. The LG4 V-8 was 3,444 9 bolt differential is available for first time. Fortunately they decided to start production of the 350 IROC in 1987. Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. Completing the efficiency was a 500-lb. TBI `Cross Fire Injection' 5.0 liter/305 motor was optional. Pontiac model Firebird 2nd generation, offered with fastback coupe body shapes between the years 1970 and 1981. 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. 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. 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. 896 301 The LQ8 2bbl 4 cylinder, the LQ9 TBI 4 cylinder, the LC1 2bbl V-6, the Car no. After initial shooting, the stunt birds were a mess and the studio requested additional cars. The 350 in the IROC-Z differed from the New "low density" taillights have grid pattern. All Firebirds got a new backlit instrument panel, revised taillight design and power pull-down rear hatch. Below the serial numbers had to be sure to identify the engine size. in hard cornering. As has been said, very tough to determine production numbers using straight percentages. 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. grille, black headlamp pockets, a 25th Anniversary badge on rear spoiler 5 spd 305 TPI. 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. Rather than with functional hood air induction flaps. plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. The Berlinetta came standard with its Dog dish hub Total production was at 46,313, up more than 16,000 from 1972 numbers. 1987 model year). Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. 1979 10th Anniv. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Convertible Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. Note: These numbers are not exact. 400 V8 Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. rather than the louvered hood; and the 1985-1987 IROC two tone lower body stripe P245/50ZR-16 Goodyear Gatorback tires (QLC), Level 1 IROC-Z with 5.0 TPI engine with 5 speed or 5.7 TPI engine. standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. Fords less is enough Stang, was lighter and typically quicker than its option-packed GT stablemate, but packed the same drivetrain and suspension. By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. The headlamp pockets were painted in an accent guests, and 6 IROC-Z door decals were moved from the front of the doors to the rear. 305 PDF files of the data: 1998-2002 Firebird Breakdown. 5 speed manual was introduced and was only manual Firehawk was introduced. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special 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 Dana 44. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84. codes or motor unit numbers. Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors and PBR Australian built HD front dual equiped 305 producing 145hp. Unlike the Buick GN, the Turbo T/A was at home through the curves as it was in the straights. Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. Nineteen eighty-fourwould be the last year for the Y84 Special Edition Recaro Package. Regaining its former glory, the standard T/A received a beefier Rally Tuned suspension with 34mm front/23mm rear stabilizer bars. Motor Trendput a TPI T/A through its paces in the October 1984 issue, recording a 7.8-second 0-60 dash and a 16.07 1/4-mile time at 84.5mph. A total of 11 92 Firehawks had the competition package. I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. G80 limited slip differential became standard equipment on IROC-Z. FIREBIRD. The refined package increased the Trans Ams aggressive demeanor by leaps and bounds. Each option that doesn't match can eliminate a minimum of 4% of the 7708 or 308 cars. GTA wheels slightly restyled. Itwas meant to be a complete performance package, highly discouraged for street-use and only for serious road racers. 65 code U, date plate code LOR . wheel. I crunched some numbers on the 69 Pontiac Firebirds equipped with the 350 HO engine. Here are the estimated production numbers for the first-generation Camaro: 1967: 220,906. 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. Sport Coupes came with a `shorty' rear wing rather than a spoiler. 1979 403 The 1500 15th Anniversary Trans Ams also included upgraded WS6 suspension with new 25mm rear sway bar vs the This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. 1979 S.E. Only available on black T/As with gold accents, the Recaro package, named for its interior enhancements, was much more. center cap. Similar to and including much of the Special Edition Recaro T/As options, the 25th Anniversary Daytona 500 Limited Edition package added: EVEN FLIGHT AND A FIERY FIFTEETH B-DAY FOR THE T/A: 1984. Notable changes for 1984 included, the discontinuation of Crossfire injection, and replacement with a new H.O. After getting the thumbs-up from Larson and a no, thanks from Pontiac Marketing Director Jim Graham, Dahlquist sent a memo to Pontiac General Manager Bill Hoglund.
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