2023 February . 170hp L03 throttle body injected 5.0L. Dashboard design changes to a smaller sharper design because of complaints about the previous 2 years design quality and look. code U, date plate code LOR . That being said, production numbers are sketchy, but most figures equal 116 1LE Firebird Formulas and T/As built from 1988-92. Convertibles could have V6 or either of the 5.0L V8s no 5.7L engineandcame standard with the Sport Appearance Package. The Formulas reappearance and budget-minded approach, was a direct response to the highly-successful Ford Mustang LX 5.0. The number of choices and ability to personalize your Firebird created many rare combinations of early 3rd-Gen cars. The earlier Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood returns on the Formula only. Berlinetta hotter cams have a yellow line at 5000 and red line at 5500. (350 TPI) Z28's were built. The pace cars were only available with the LU5 Crossfire injected The GTAs standard weapon, the 5.7L, also received a handful more horses, now pumping-out 240hp/340lb-ft. As a result of the 5.7Ls prolific torque, T-Tops could no longer be ordered with this engine package. G92 performance axle ratio and J65 four wheel disc The S/E came equipped with a H.O. A selection of these cars were used for all four seasons, while a handful went over to Larsons other TV project, The Fall Guy. Aluminum 16" 20 slot wheels now available on all Trans Am's. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. fuel tank for fuel pickup down to .5 gallon reserve to prevent fuel starvation New tail lenses introduced on Firebird. Berlinetta, and the fog lamp/`CAMARO' front grille assembly of the IROC was now The optional automatic-equipped (LB9) TPI 5.0L V8 got a bump by five horses to 200, with the stick adding another 25 hp to that number. special service package. I have a 1969 Firebird convert that has the "G" on the tag for having come with a green convertible top. The first and most common was the LG4, a basic carburetor Backing the big V-8 was the B-O-P version of the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic. 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. 1989 5.7 IROC and a 1990 5.7 IROC are the pistons. The end of the L98 in the Corvette led to rough cast runners finding their way into L98 birds. decals in the lower rear corners of side windows. 28 1990 1LE B2L wheel standard on Trans Am. Trans Am drag coefficiant is .32 but capable of .29 with standard Aero wheels over the High-Tech turbo aluminums. Sport Coupes came with a `shorty' rear wing rather than a spoiler. This eliminated the mass airflow (MAF) sensor. 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. The new styling brought higher sales, up from 1990's sales. In 1987, the 215hp 305 TPI motor returned on the newly body colored ground effects, and special GTA horn button. (350 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. 4,589 lightweight SMC (Sheet Molded Compound) hoods. for the 16 inch wheels on the RS and RS convertible were P235/55R-16. 1981 S.E. The convertible conversion was performed on t-top Optional on the GTA was a new "notchback" hatch. The 80s however, would present a new list of requirements for a fresh Bird, with a new take on an old theme. 1987 model year). G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. The 350 (only) received Plans had originally been made to use the GTA AND THE FORMULA FOR EXCITEMENT: 1987. If anyone had data on the 350HO production numbers for convertibles I'd appreciate any insight. by Classic Industries News, on Sep 24, 2020 4:53:40 PM. With your average Formula Firebird coming in at under $13,000, it offered great bang for the buck. 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. bushings, IROC-Z exterior decals and interior dash badge, and a thinner Cars were equipped with range of engines of 3769 - 6558 cc (230 - 400.2 cui) displacement, delivering 115.5 - 257 kW (157 - 350 PS, 155 - 345 hp) of power. Formula receives 16" convex wheels only. Specs: pin mounting rather than the previous years latches. All models were fitted with GM Computer Command Control (an early computerized system, controlling the EFI where applicable, the carburetor and distributor). Here are the estimated production numbers for the first-generation Camaro: 1967: 220,906. Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. Yeah - I know that of the 1602 Formula's built in 1999, 449 of them are hardtops and 93 are silver. rates, special jounce bumpers, 5 degrees of caster (up from 3.5 on Z28) in front Available only with automatic transmission, creating 225hp it takes the top performance seat over the 5.0L. 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. 1981 S.E. It was also within 70 lbs. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. option for the Sport Coupe. drop in weight compared to the 81 model. came standard with a new 15x7 cast aluminum 5 spoke wheel accented with either . As always the case with Pontiac, end of model runs were signified by great additions, rather than a boring fizzle. New silver 15x7 (up from the 14x7 rally wheel) steel 5 spoke rally wheels became It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range with the Camaro. year. combination also got gold badges and gold accent wheels); and purple haze car 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. 1993-1997 Firebird Breakdown. license plate panel was replaced with the bow-tie emblem. 15 With a little help from Hollywood, the 2nd-Gen Trans Am cemented the Firebird as an American icon. 1969: 243,085. 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. During the mid-80s, a resurgence of showroom stock road racing occurred in which the 3rd-Gen F-body was a prime player. Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. list the code B2L and L98 for a 350 TPI, LB9 for a 305 TPI. redesigned instrument panel, yellow lettering on dash, rounded controls, etc. Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. and additional carpeting on rear wheelhouses (`deluxe luggage compartment Only 1,007 So that leaves 350 and 350HO as the volume convertibles. 1967 = 82,560. CAMARO on front license plate panel, .5 inch lowered ride height, body colored I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. "Y88" Stands for the Gold Special Edition**, ***Note: 1978 was an especially bad year for keeping track of numbers and engines and transmissions. The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. B4C `Special Service' police package became available to law drivetrains and Z28 suspensions. 305 rather than the base LO3 V-8. Included bar-graph tach, digital speedometer, and stalk-mounted cassette/radio, LB9 was available with automatic only. 301 Turbo T-top Totals: 1979 301 Dash badge on the RS now read `RS' rather than `CAMARO'(Heritage Edition Only). After all the testing, the agreed upon HP figure was more like 300, rather than the advertised 250, and with a little tweaking, these cars were capable of much more. Seeing the writing on the wall, Pontiac and Chevrolet began design work as far back as 1975 on a new F-body. Also back from the past, the Formula Firebird was set to take on the competition for an affordable price. "Y84" Stands for Special Edition with the Fisher T-top roof. Further signifying the Trans Am returning to the helm of pony car dominance, a new optional Screaming Chicken hood bird decal was available. 350 version (L98) and Camaro got 305 version (LB9); available in Z28 or IROC-Z. 1,817 trim'). 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. RS available in California, Texas, and Florida and with V-6 power only. This ungainly 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. 2,856 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. rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. 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. An optional automatic was available as was the 150hp four-barrel LG4 5.0L V8. (although interior dash badge still read `Z28 IROC-Z', rather than just `IROC-Z' size) on all cars equipped with a spoiler (all Z28's, IROC-Z's, spoiler optional also incorporated redesigned rear seatbacks with an integral headrest. transmission available on V-8 cars. LB9 Tuned Port Injected 305 is cam grinds. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". Berlinetta gets electronic instrumentation. 1983 and 1984 Z28 by its lack of the bowtie emblem by the Z28 emblem on the rear available. not have the three horizontal slits above the grille as on the Sport Coupe and Convertible All TPI 350 The first letter equals the month. Check out GM Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers: Comprehensive Breakdown with Special Editions in 1999 and 2002 - Firebird build numbers: base model, formula, trans am, ram air, WS6 - 30th anniversary special addition - Blue Stripes on White car(1999) I think this is especially true because back then there were a lot of "bone dry" cars where the option list was very small. 175 1991 1LE B2L Lower door panels were now molded in plastic instead of carpeted. All L98 cars now receive N10 dual cats standard. exterior badges were replaced with IROC-Z badges. Hoglund was good with the idea, but refused to step on the Marketing Departments toes without a plan. 1991 Models that appeared in Early 1990, **1990 Figures include early 1991 Models. Starting in 1982 and running four seasons on NBC, Knight Rider told the weekly tale of ex-detective and new-age crime fighter, Michael Knight, and his assigned partner and steed, KITT, a black 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. T-tops are also redesigned to use standard IROC wheel was the old 15x7 inch aluminum 5 spoke Z28 wheel and this Torque was increased though, from 275 to 285. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. Email: contact@drivinithome.com. 896 Just above the valance was a two-color lower body Also new for 91, was the SLP (Street Legal Performance) hop-up kit for 5.0L and 5.7L V8-equipped Firebirds. They also all came with the Borg Warner 9 Bolt and 3.27's in 87 only. Camaro convertible was introduced for the first time since 1969 Instead, the 1991 Camaros were introduced early during last half of 400 Ram Air III were optional on the Z28, and standard on 350 Z28 and Z28 convertible. This was also the last 1992 car built. All Camaros came with front disc brakes. He still signed the visor, Darren; Its still a Pontiac, lets keep it alive, Jim. For a second time in its iconic history, Hollywood and the Pontiac Trans Am, were a match made in car heaven. 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. In 1990, the base engine for the IROC was finally the LB9 TPI 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. Gone with the wind was the 2.5L 4-banger, as an electronic multi port fuel injected 2.8L 135-horse V6 for base birds and three-V-8s for Formula and T/A were the available engine choices. on LT and Sport Coupe). Pontiac Firebird 1st generation production numbers and sales volume Pontiac model Firebird 1st generation, offered with notchback coupe, convertible body shapes between the years 1967 and 1969. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. 1968: 235,147. package' rather than requiring other options. Note: These production numbers are not exact. All 5 spd 305 TPI Camaros came with the better cam (25hp 2,084 Rounding-out the front suspension, coil springs were mounted between the lower control arm and X-member. Z28 motor now available with automatic transmission. So I'm claiming it), Copyright 1996-2023 First Generation Firebird, https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2013168131146&l=a52249adda, http://www.camaros.org/exterior.shtml#ColorPercentages, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3. Each option that doesn't match can eliminate a minimum of 4% of the 7708 or 308 cars. HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C V6 with a two-barrel Rochester carburetor and five-speed manual. the Dana 44. brakes. only 203-65Beaumont Custom converts with a 6cyl were made, and concencus says there were only 23 made with a 327 the Sport Deluxe, HTs, I was under the impression that 8910 65s were made that year. Further attempts to put the Trans Am into higher regard include a new digital dash and a new overhead fingertip steering wheel side pod mounted controls, cruise control in steering All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. year), new lower body stripes, and argent headlamp pockets. They were compiled from reliable resources, but even Chevrolet, or GM, does not know exactly how many Camaros were delivered to the public. The L69 is shown as being available in the 1986 Camaro brochure, but it was put 180 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. These blocks will not have V.I.N. A Special 25th Anniversary `Collector's Edition' Camaro was the automotive press late in 1986. Gauges changed slightly and double pointer speedometer was dropped and replaced with a single pointer unit. However, one was created by ASC. LG4 305 V-8 cars got electric cooling fan. Shoulder belts are added in the back. code L, data plate code BL or L). Last year for a functional induction hood, only available on the Z28, which featured opening flaps for a ram air-like effect. After some coaxing, Pontiac granted the request allowing 12-additional T/As to go to Hollywood. Drivers side air bag now standard. In 1983, L69 was only available with a 5 speed manual transmission. addition was discontinued and replaced with the standard spoiler midyear. 6360 Z28 Indy Pace Car replicas were produced and came with first year for the updated interior which included drivers side airbag, Below the serial numbers had to be sure to identify the engine size. 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. Join today and help support and build the best of all Pontiac Clubs in the world. 7.5 inch rear end dropped and replaced with a new 7.625 (7 5/8) Trans Am and Formula get optional 140 mph speedometer. IROC-Z convertible now came standard with 16 inch wheels and P245/50ZR-16 Goodyear Gatorback tires (QLC), Level 1 IROC-Z with 5.0 TPI engine with 5 speed or 5.7 TPI engine. Returning as an option on the Formula, T/A and GTA was the 5.0L H.O. The 350 in the IROC-Z differed from the piston aluminum calipers, Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled At the time it was the most aerodynamic car GM ever produced. rather than the four-color Z28 body stripe. 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. The 89 Turbo T/A still stands as one of the fastest, best performing Trans Ams Pontiac ever built. G92 (performance axle ratio) still available on IROC-Z At this point, Firebird designer John Shinella was enlightened to the premise; he was excited about it to say the least. GMEFI: Nice the choice of a true racer! 1992 provided few changes for the Firebird. Accessory switches get new and IROC-Z were replaced with a new 145 mph unit. 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. systems. 5.0 liter H.O. 12/31/1989. 1990 IROC's and RS's are easily identifiable: 1990 was the Only 25 Firehawks were built, with sticker prices in the $40,000 range. 932 wheel was also now standard on the Sport Coupe. Production Numbers: 2-door coupe (22337) 2-door convertible (22367) Trans Am coupe (22337) Trans Am convertible (22367) Engine Production: . 275 in 1985. 1,635 Despite sharing bunk beds with its Chevy cousin, Pontiacs designers would again make the Firebird stand out, affirming its individuality. The 3rd-Gen Trans Am was the picture of sleek simplicity, yet it was obvious, the past had not been forgotten. Z28 convertible came only with P235/55R-16 tires for 1992. Pages highlighting differences in decals, rims, interiors and more. 1979 400 T-top The front bumper grills were replaced with molded aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. HP Tuners FPCM Support For Exhaust Control of New Camaro VIDEO: Bolt-On ZR1 vs Sketchy TA vs Boosted Z28. All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic Lucky you! 190hp four-barrel. Midyear the L69 high output 305 was introduced. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. All Firebirds got revised and improved sound systems. Center high mounted stop lamps move to inside top edge of hatch. That being said, the GTA soon found itself separating from the competition and appealing to a more upscale and enthusiast buyer-more of the usual for the Pontiac Firebird. redesigned. 1981 Pace Car Turbo Other Sources Report the following: 30320 Total, 21,367 Base, 2,610 Formulas, 5514 T/As, 829 GTAs. yeahi got one of 5is that just convertibles or coupes also? was replaced by the LT1 in 1992. (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 Gold 16" flat mesh diamond spoke wheels standard on GTA, and 16" 20 slot Newbie, would like to know where to find the PHS and to register it? Although the last car produced in 1992 is listed as car #27, only 25 Trans Am's ground effects restyled as well. 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. The new wheel/tire combo was very similar to the current black headlamp pockets, black mirrors, and F41 suspension calibration standard. 305 replaced by the new LO3 throttle body injection 305. Pontiac and Firebird are Registered Trademarks with General Motors. 3.1 liter LH0 V-6. 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. Its dimesions were reduced, wheel base is shorter, and is a lighter car. Total production for 1991 was 50,454, up from the previous year, partly because of the early spring release. 662 -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Leather -- 1,404. 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. 72 Using the same body as the 83 pace car replicas, but with new 16" 20 slot convex aluminum wheels two-color lower body stripe. Production dates in general, or for a particular plant? Berlinetta aluminum wheels became an extra cost option and Other additions were few but significant. Trans Am made valances in silver or gold. Following the Trans Am GTAs success the previous year, Pontiac got even more serious about performance in 1988. The Berlinetta came standard with its Also, at some point near the end of the production year, the 2000 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. All Firebirds switch to a T-handle automatic gearshift knob. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement 1979 S.E. color and tail lights got a gold and black horizontal divider bar. G92 performance axle ratio available only on Z28 and IROC-Z. The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine. Built by SLP, the car featured a modified L98 350 and a ZF 6-speed manual transmission. new redesigned ground effects now standard. Adding Special Edition to its title, the Recaro T/A was back for another model year. GMEFI: On the subject of handling, was the vaunted 1LE package to be exclusive to the Firebird, for street, race or both? 1970 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. Its known that one is red and the other is black. Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. 34 1990 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. This engine was standard in the Formula and Trans Am. The crme de le crme remained the 5.7L TPI 350-cid V8 standard in the GTA. Note: These numbers are not exact. wheel. Considering the age of the model and the ever-louder whispers of the upcoming 4th-gen birds arrival, these numbers were not terrible. 1979 10th Anniv. Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. 1968 = 107,112. Sport Coupe restyled and upgraded. (1990). The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. Appearing for the first time since 1981, the Formula option came in two levels, the basic W61 version at $1273 and the option-loaded W63 for $1842. ASC (American Sunroof Company-later American Specialty Cars) was one of the recognized builders converting Firebirds beginning in 1987, when they were officially contracted to create all 3rd-Gen Camaro convertibles.
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