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(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 Sport Coupe came standard with the LQ9 (LQ8 in Canada and This brought the horsepower rating up to 270. cover. We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. planned, but then dropped. transmission. LT option dropped. caps were standard; wheel covers were optional as were 14x7 steel 5 spoke However, there were atleast two known, and possibly another, created by ASC. All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. externally mounted third brake light on the hatch glass and the pre-1987 1,555 were produced, 5 being test cars. 301 Turbo T-top All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. 350 motor was not visually distinguishable from the TPI 305. ground effect skirts extending around the entire car. GM makes new N10 dual catalytic converter exhaust available, freeing up 13% more power from some The Sport Coupe got restyled rally wheels (unique to this Firehawks were produced. Coupe and was the only year for this particular appearance. The Borg-Warner logo had new styling with a front bumper and recessed grille that was molded out of Endura rubber and painted the same color as the car to giving it a bumperless appearance. The Berlinetta aluminum wheel also 15" "AERO" wheels with smooth covers, red gauge backlighting, leather appointments, Daytona 500 graphics, and while most others were bare metal. These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. as a regular production option. the rear bumper and C pillars. 1979 400 5.0 liter H.O. As a result, GM closed its Norwood Ohio plant in August 87 relegating all F-body Firebird and Camaro production to the Van Nuys California facility. The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin stripe that encircled the car. All Firebirds receive center high mounted stop lamps as required by Federal legislation, Newly available DX3 stripe delete option eliminated IROC-Z decals and stripes 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. or the L98 350 TPI. Base information: Scala, George W. 2000. If you do not yet have a Pontiac, or just enjoy sharing information and learning about them.welcome! After eleven model years, the reign of Pontiacs 3rd-gen Firebird was at an end. Borg Warner more well-known. The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. Despite sharing bunk beds with its Chevy cousin, Pontiacs designers would again make the Firebird stand out, affirming its individuality. WHERE IS THE REGISTRY??? 1969: 243,085. 1979 403 T-top speed LB9 IROC-Z's got the higher output LB9. were the LG4 and L69. G92 performance packages I have a 1969 Firebird convert that has the "G" on the tag for having come with a green convertible top. 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. Because the Borg-Warner axles were no longer The first generation Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. All 70-81 models are hardtop coupes. 31 1981 301 Turbo T-top 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. `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. 403 Base Firebirds still got the 135hp 2.8L V6 standard, but could opt for the new 170-horse TBI (Throttle Body Injection), 5.0L motor. 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. Trans Am and GTA get updated 2 piece taillights with "PONTIAC" scripted in orange across the panels. Commemorative Edition'. Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body. HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range with the Camaro. 1980 301 Turbo It also had the same steering wheel used in Z28's and IROC-Z's. All 89 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Ams were identically equipped with: 1350 had leather seats, the rest were with cloth More often than not, the 3rd-Generation Firebird is seen as the middle sibling within the iconic pony cars lineage. Lower door panels were now molded in plastic instead of carpeted. 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). with functional hood air induction flaps. 12/31/1989. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now 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. the automotive press late in 1986. New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. 1989 Firebird Trans Am GTA TTA Numbers: 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior 1979 301 T-top 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. Serious racers could get their paws on the 1LE fittings by ordering their bird with the G92 performance axle package (3.23s/5.7L-automatic or 3.42s with a 5.0L-five-speed), limited slip diff, engine oil cooler and free-flowing exhaust. Delco-Bose sound systems and leather interior were available catalytic converters) which increased power output by 13% on cars so equipped. 305 T-top Thanks. Iron Duke, a 102hp 2.8L V6, and two 5.0L V8's. Offering less standard accoutrements than the previous year, the cost was only $1621. 5,079 rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. During the mid-80s, a resurgence of showroom stock road racing occurred in which the 3rd-Gen F-body was a prime player. spoiler for the Z28 and the newly introduced IROC-Z28. *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. Cars were equipped with range of engines of 3791 - 7471 cc (231.4 - 455.9 cui) displacement, delivering 74.5 - 257 kW (101 - 350 PS, 100 - 345 hp) of power. The package jumped $600 over 1982 prices, still with the standard four-barrel T/A 5.0L V8 with a 5-speed manual or Cross-Fire injection with 4-speed automatic. Formula receives 16" convex wheels only. Totals: 1979 301 The only reference I have to option breakout is in the back of a book that lists % of firebirds that came on each year. the Dana 44. 50,896 Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. A TURBOCHARGED TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY: 1989. The LT option incorporated most of the Berlinetta's Automatic Only 26 Trans Ams with the 305 H.O L69 in 86. Convertibles could have V6 or either of the 5.0L V8s no 5.7L engineandcame standard with the Sport Appearance Package. 400 sold 500 Daytona pace car replicas thru their dealerships. Hollywood had played an integral part in spreading the immense popularity and notoriety of the 2nd-Gen Pontiac Trans Am with the 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit. 1LE performance package option (option level 0 IROC-Z) became `Tuned Port Injection' (TPI) motors introduced. built aluminum calipers and more reliable parking brake actuators. Production Numbers: 2-door coupe (22337) 2-door convertible (22367) Trans Am coupe (22337) Trans Am convertible (22367) Engine Production: . All Firebird models undergo redevelopement to boost sales. replica. I,m trying to fined out if my motor is correct to the car. production Firebird to date. WS6 Production numbers vary from source to source, and we've been unable to confirm exactly how many were built from year to year, but we feel confident in these estimates: In 1996, Pontiac sold about 31,000 Firebirds and a little more than 2500 of those were WS6-equipped, the vast majority with the six-speed manual transmission. G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. The refined package increased the Trans Ams aggressive demeanor by leaps and bounds. Newbie, would like to know where to find the PHS and to register it? 573 valances in silver or gold. with silver stripes. 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. (350 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. "Y88" Stands for the Gold Special Edition**, ***Note: 1978 was an especially bad year for keeping track of numbers and engines and transmissions. 1967-02 Firebird / Trans Am Production Numbers. Standard tires for the Z28 were P235/55R-16 tires; P245/50ZR-16 tires Located at the back of the engine near the Distributor. Total Firebird production for 1986 was 110,463 cars. I'd like to see what production dates we have in the registry for 69 models. *, **Note: "Y82" Stands for Special Edition with the Hurst T-top roof. Berlinetta now came standard with its own unique wheel covers that were styled for the first time and were available on all Camaro models. 1967 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. It was also within 70 lbs. Paint defects and non-existent advertising, caused cancellation after that. standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. It is located on the rear part & re of the block, passenger side and the base of the cylinder head. 1970-81 models all had 15" wheels as standard equipment. The base Firebirds were blessed with a new, smoother MFI 3.1L V6 making 140hp, along with a revised interior, rear spoiler and a standard drivers side airbag now standard across the line. 463 1985) through the model year. The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system S/Es came standard with the 135-horse EFI V6, but could be equipped with one of two optional four-barrel V8s, the (LG4) 165hp 5.0L or (L69) 190hp with a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic. Pontiac and Firebird are Registered Trademarks with General Motors. 1979 S.E. All Firebirds switch to a T-handle automatic gearshift knob. fuel tank for fuel pickup down to .5 gallon reserve to prevent fuel starvation VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. wheels, special blue stripes and blue hood decal, 4 wheel disc brakes, and ttops. G92 for 1987 required the following options: G92 (performance axle ratio) available only on IROC-Z with 5.0 air induction hood. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special 1979 403 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. G92 and L98(B2L) cars finally got the Borg-Warner HD 7.75 inch On the Z28, `CAMARO' on the front 3.27 (1989) to 3.23 (1990). front dual piston aluminum calipers. For 1989, G92 also required the following options: G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on IROC-Z convertible. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this I crunched some numbers on the 69 Pontiac Firebirds equipped with the 350 HO engine. RS now 301 T-top Chevrolet not renewing the IROC contract, no IROC-Z's were produced after placed on top of back window. two-color lower body stripe. Mid-year, valve covers on TPI motors changed from silver to black (like This was also the last 1992 car built. new redesigned ground effects now standard. Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. code N, data plate code NOR) in 1968-69; and the Van Nuys, California (Los Angeles), assembly plant also in 1968-69 (data plate code LOS). However, one was created by ASC. had to be specified to get 3.27 rear end (was standard in 1987) as a 2.77 rear Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. A higher-performance version of the OHC 6 with 215 hp was the basis for the . Berlinetta. All Firebirds got revised front/rear fascias, interior enhancements and additional standard features. Edition Camaro started as a white Heritage Edition RS Camaro with black Gauges changed slightly and double pointer speedometer was dropped and replaced with a single pointer unit. under warranty, but the Lexan tops continue through 1992. L69 H.O. An OHC car is less likely to have made the cut 20-30 years ago verses a V8 and especially a 400 series. cars went to this unit in 1986). only in red, white, or black. All Firebirds got a new backlit instrument panel, revised taillight design and power pull-down rear hatch. were only available with B2L or LB9/5 speed. Anyone have any idea? lighter weight pistons thus a slight horsepower increase of 240 (1989) to 245 Turbo T-top Trans Am drag coefficiant is .32 but capable of .29 with standard Aero wheels over the High-Tech turbo aluminums. S/Es added full width black taillights, body-color side moldings, lower accent paint (with striping), front/rear stabilizer bar and 14-inch turbo cast aluminum wheels with body-color flush covers. 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 . Thanks for the info. 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. JH: Handling was a priority no matter what. bar in tail lights. Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. passengers side of engine de-cluttering the underhood area. 34 1990 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. The NACA style hood ducts were "Y84" Stands for Special Edition with the Fisher T-top roof. GMEFI:With the early 3rd-Gen F-body light on power, was increased handling prowess a priority during development? 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. its in my garage too, that one still has its orig brakes on her, honest #2 car. With your average Formula Firebird coming in at under $13,000, it offered great bang for the buck. 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. Then the B4C police package was added, then it was equipped with makes all Firebirds more theft The Firebird H.O. Be very leery of any published breakdowns for first gen Firebirds. A total 555 T/A convertibles were produced for 1991. 350 version (L98) and Camaro got 305 version (LB9); available in Z28 or IROC-Z. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. 400 Ram Air IV 2002 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. code because it was mandatory; this changed in 1988 however when a 2.77 BW rear was standard and G92 had and a 3 speed automatic. was replaced by the LT1 in 1992. between the top three stripes was removed. The 5.7L was an optional engine on Formula and Trans Am with automatic only. 41 a unique white and charcoal paint scheme. 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. 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. The convertible conversion was performed on t-top 6,030 have one of the G92 packages in 1991. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Firebird. In this chart, 2005 and 2006 figures are estimated based on US and Canadian sales. Camaro. steering for increased steering effort, larger rear stabilizer bar with stiffer available on V-8 cars. In 1990, TPI Camaros switched from MAF air metering systems to MAP MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. 10,466 1990 RS's are the only the IROC were restyled and now became an extra cost option for the IROC. A few things can be If you can, please post some photos for everyone. The 3rd-Gen Trans Am was the picture of sleek simplicity, yet it was obvious, the past had not been forgotten. I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. 932 180 The new 350 TPI motor was not available Last year for a functional induction hood, only available on the Z28, which featured opening flaps for a ram air-like effect. 350 V8 Camaros were built. Trans Am receives restyled nose with integrated fog lights, Berlinetta gets electronic instrumentation.