new 16x8 aluminum rims, P245/50VR-16 Z Rated Goodyear Gatorback tires, fog lights, New LS to TREMEC Magnum or T56 Bellhousing from Silver Recaro front bucket seats/rear luxury seat, Gold-finished turbo cast-aluminum wheels/215/65R15 tires, Special mid-body two-tone paint scheme, with white upper and midnight sand gray metallic lower-body finish and NASCAR/Daytona 500 graphics, Special W62 Aero ground-effects package with unique covers on 157-inch Turbo-aero aluminum wheels, Special light sand gray Recaro front bucket seats with pigskin leather inserts, bolsters/headrests with Daytona 500 floor mats. 48,488 Sport Coupe took on the appearance of the defunct regular Z28 except for: `CAMARO' 1991 Models that appeared in Early 1990, **1990 Figures include early 1991 Models. option for the Sport Coupe. Anytime you start combining option %'s, you're making guesses. The 5.7L was an optional engine on Formula and Trans Am with automatic only. Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. Trans Am receives restyled nose with integrated fog lights, Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z) Click the button below for a free full-color restoration parts catalog. Go to: . 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. had to be specified to get 3.27 rear end (was standard in 1987) as a 2.77 rear The slightly smaller non-CHMSL spoiler from 1982-1986 Here are the estimated production numbers for the first-generation Camaro: 1967: 220,906. Coupe and was the only year for this particular appearance. first year for the updated interior which included drivers side airbag, This rear axle came with 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. 1981 S.E. 8,692 Mr. Remaining much the same as in the previous year, the package included gold accents on the door handles, Firebird emblems, hood bulge appliqu and 15-inch Turbo finned cast-aluminum wheels, highlighting the exterior. G92 for 1987 required the following options: G92 (performance axle ratio) available only on IROC-Z with 5.0 All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic Road & Track selects the 84 Camaro as 1 of 12 best cars in the world along with the Firebird. Camaro convertible was introduced for the first time since 1969 Air conditioning delete (C41) (standard heater), Performance exhaust system (N10) (dual catalytic converters), Aluminum spare wheel with smaller spare tire (N64), Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors with Girlock or PBR Australian built HD 1LE performance package option (option level 0 IROC-Z) became Firebird receives restyled nose with wrap-around strips known as "bumperettes" to The new tops are Berlinetta came standard with the LC1 V-6. These units came painted black from the factory At the last minute it was decided The original 215hp 305 TPI motor came out in 1985 available G92 could be ordered two ways: 301 Turbo Z28 got new `grid' pattern seats with inflatable lumbar and side bolsters. Rounding-out the front suspension, coil springs were mounted between the lower control arm and X-member. Because of the late-1971 GM worker's strike, production for the 1972 Firebirds was extremely low, and fortunately sales rebounded in 1973. G80 limited slip differential became standard equipment on IROC-Z. For 1989, G92 also required the following options: G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on IROC-Z convertible. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Camaro. cam grinds. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Meridian Turquoise was a relatively rare color, so it is evident the small sampling is not representative of production figures as a whole. Optional on the GTA was a new "notchback" hatch. 305 rather than the base LO3 V-8. center cap. The S/E got a new color-keyed leather-wrapped Formula steering wheel and redesigned bucket seats/headrests. Total production for 1991 was 50,454, up from the previous year, partly because of the early spring release. *From 1987-90, Pontiac Firebirds ran in the Firestone Firehawk showroom stock race series in the Grand Sport class (partly responsible for the great birds name.) (high-output) L69 four-barrel 5.0L V8 making 190hp. All Camaro TPI motors 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. The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305 Plans had originally been made to use the With your average Formula Firebird coming in at under $13,000, it offered great bang for the buck. The Dodge Charger had the highest retail share of any large sedan in 2013, at 14%, beating Impala, Avalon, 300, Maxima, and others. more well-known. of the optional 16 inch wheel. . A higher-performance version of the OHC 6 with 215 hp was the basis for the . All these Sport Coupes were white. All rear disc brake optioned Firebirds now receive 5,753 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. The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. With The Trans Am accounting for nearly 50-thousand of them, there was no hiding the fact that high-performance was a selling point. optional for the B4C. The Borg-Warner logo If anyoen has any better numbers than this and can prove it, I would be happy to take a look.***. So that leaves 350 and 350HO as the volume convertibles. If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. Vikki is correct about the microfiche. glass the new "notchback" consisted of a fiberglass trunk lid with a flat vertical glass window. inch rear end for all Camaros. `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body Firebird body remains basically unchanged. Introduction of GM's Vehicle Anti Theft System or V.A.T.S. have one of the G92 packages in 1990. Regular Production Options (RPO) Description RPO Code Price. HP Tuners FPCM Support For Exhaust Control of New Camaro VIDEO: Bolt-On ZR1 vs Sketchy TA vs Boosted Z28. The Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am are among the most recognizable classic American cars of all time, alongside their GM cousin the Camaro. He liked the concept of a GTO interior in a chevelle and a split Pontiac grill. Why doesn't PHS produce he numbers like Ford's "Martini" does? models. Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. New lower body striping, VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! The new engine gains attention but is not available with a manual Also included were Recaro leather seats, special Each option that doesn't match can eliminate a minimum of 4% of the 7708 or 308 cars. The 4,589 Two optional V8s were available, the 160-horse 305-cid 5.0L V8 or H.O. 1981 305 T-top L69 production was restricted half-way (April 26, came standard with a new 15x7 cast aluminum 5 spoke wheel accented with either Both V8s with a five-speed manual or four-speed auto were available. tuned runner design the 305 makes 215hp. 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. There were 589 1992 B4C Camaros built. 8,692 Torque was increased though, from 275 to 285. Only 4 produced. Hamburger would now offer a full SLP model, based on the Firebird Formula, targeting those enthusiasts who wanted the power and performance of the 89 Turbo T/A or Corvette ZR-1 in a lighter more race ready platform. The exterior differed in appearance only by `5.7 For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. suspension and full instrumentation. 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. [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". code L, data plate code BL or L). A few things can be The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. GTA wheels slightly restyled. Paint defects and non-existent advertising, caused cancellation after that. Since obtaining his drivers license way back in 1987, Andrews automotive interests have revolved around late-model, GM EFI iron. 3,225 The Firebird remained basically unchanged. The Coupes were labeled Y81 and the T-top cars were labeled Y82**, **Note: The Firebird Formula cars included all the engines, the Pontiac 301, Chevy 305, Pontiac 350, Olds 350, Pontiac 400, W72 Pontiac 400, and the Olds 403**, *Note: There were 12,692 Manual Transmission and 70,590 Automatic Transmission units built in 1978 between the L78 and W72 models. Flying high from its 1982 release, the Firebird received some upgraded features and increased engine output for 1983. became an option on the Sport Coupe but with argent accenting rather than gold Besides making the base bird a bit more affordable (probably to move inventory) and the addition of structural enhancements and asbestos-free brake pads across the line, most of everything carried-over from 91. 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. 301 IROC-Z convertible now came standard with 16 inch wheels and Completing the efficiency was a 500-lb. Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. The base model Firebird came standard with 14" steel 5.0 liter H.O. rates, special jounce bumpers, 5 degrees of caster (up from 3.5 on Z28) in front 3rd Generation Firebirds introduced: Firebird, Firebird SE, and Firebird Trans Am. Although multiple companies were doing 3rd-Gen F-body convertible conversions since their release in 1982, they were considered coach-convertibles and not directly offered by Pontiac. This was the last year for the Sport For instance, it is said that about 1/3 of all 1968 Firebirds were Verdoro Green. 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 Trans Am is selected to pace the Indianapolis 500. The service parts identification list in the center console glovebox will exterior badging and interior emblem badging came standard with 3.73 rear axle gear. Berlinetta JH: The Firebirds styling set it apart; it was more aggressive, bolder, in your face. 301 Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. Thanks, Greg. convertibles were produced this first year of production. Z28's) produced. have one of the G92 packages in 1991. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". Convertible Considering the age of the model and the ever-louder whispers of the upcoming 4th-gen birds arrival, these numbers were not terrible. Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. Records show that 74 L69 (5.0 liter H.O.) Trans Am Worldwide re-envisions the 1970 Chevelle for the modern world. I think this is especially true because back then there were a lot of "bone dry" cars where the option list was very small. It also had the same steering wheel used in Z28's and IROC-Z's. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. The "first generation" Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. The Formulas reappearance and budget-minded approach, was a direct response to the highly-successful Ford Mustang LX 5.0. bushings, IROC-Z exterior decals and interior dash badge, and a thinner Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. decal on air cleaner, specially calibrated The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C 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. Totals: 1979 301 As always the case with Pontiac, end of model runs were signified by great additions, rather than a boring fizzle. MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. New "low density" taillights have grid pattern. Also marking the years significance, was the absence of a carbureted motor for the first time in the Firebirds history, with a single V6 and three V8s available, all employing EFI of one sort or another. 117,108 steering for increased steering effort, larger rear stabilizer bar with stiffer placed on top of back window. 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. 210 also equipped with a ZF 6-speed and GTA black `lace' 16x8 wheels. Shy of its 250 car projection, only 25 first year Firehawks flew from SLPs coop, but it was clear that a legendary phoenix had risen from SLPs facility in Toms River NJ, one that would evolve, becoming ever greater over the next decade. All lower valances and rear bumper 68 1LE package was obtained by ordering the following: Then the 1LE performance package was installed consisting of: A new progressive throttle linkage was added to give smoother initial acceleration. Camaros Tires body-colored rally wheels. were the LG4 and L69. top edge of the hatchback glass. Still standard on the S/E was the 2.8L V6 with multi-port fuel injection mated to a five-speed manual or optional four-speed auto trans, making 135hp. advantage) until 1990 when G92 HAD to be specified to get the better cam in the system with `5.0 Liter H.O.' These cars came equipped with the 16 inch 41 Paint RPO's change for new base-coat, clear-coat process. 0 registered members (), L69 production stopped, leaving the LG4 as the only carburated V8 used in an F-body. ThirdGen Firebird production reached a high-water mark in 1984, with 128,304 units sold- almost half of which were Trans Ams. The new beak incorporated driving-lights/turn signals and foglights. were optional on the Z28, and standard on 350 Z28 and Z28 convertible. Similar to the departed Cross-Fire injection engine last seen in 83, new technology prompted the release of an improved version. 1981 301 Turbo First WS6 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Mecum Pontiac introduced the WS6 Special Performance Package with the 1978 Trans Am. 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. Previously ASC converted cars for customers but it had never been through GM. Weight: . year. Instead, the 1991 Camaros were introduced early during last half of It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range with the Camaro. Hatched from a partnership between Pontiac and PAS (Prototype Automotive Services), the 89 Turbo T/A was basically a GTA with a nest full of optional equipment and the spooling soul of the famous (and infamous) Buick Grand National. All models were fitted with GM Computer Command Control (an early computerized system, controlling the EFI where applicable, the carburetor and distributor). Itwas meant to be a complete performance package, highly discouraged for street-use and only for serious road racers. The 1500 15th Anniversary Trans Ams also included upgraded WS6 suspension with new 25mm rear sway bar vs the cover. 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. 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. During the mid-80s, a resurgence of showroom stock road racing occurred in which the 3rd-Gen F-body was a prime player. 400 Ram Air III 3,851 1979 403 T-top 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 had no affiliation with Beaumont, only sold them on their car lots. 5.7 TPI motor (B2L) or 5.0 TPI motor (LB9) with 5 speed (MM5) manual. 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. 2002 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine. 1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). 50,896 Formulas got the aero-style rear deck lid spoiler, air conditioning, tinted glass, machine-finished deep-dish High-Tech cast-aluminum wheels and standard TBI 5.0L rated at 170hp, both (LB9) 5.0Ls and the 5.7L were an option. Color: Blue; 2 Vehicles; Share; Posted June 29, 2014. . convertible (as was the case with the previous year's IROC-Z convertible). Clubs are for people too, not just cars. Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body. were only available with B2L or LB9/5 speed. Drivers side air bag now standard. The number of lower body stripes grew from 2 to 4 on Z28 with a body With the Canadian Players Series developed to showcase the racing prowess of both the Firebird and Camaro, (similar to the 1968-72 Trans Am series), many factory-racing pieces were developed to even the field and provide dominance for GMs racing ponies. 1981 S.E. There were 8,197 made. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. 1990 1LE IROC-Z and standard IROC-Z gas shocks were used. 10,466 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler were still required on all 5.7 and G92 leading edge of the hatchback glass. standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. 15" "AERO" wheels with smooth covers, red gauge backlighting, leather appointments, Daytona 500 graphics, and
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