Anyone have any idea? The eighth digit of the VIN is and `8' for 350 TPI's and an `F' for 305 Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. 15" "AERO" wheels with smooth covers, red gauge backlighting, leather appointments, Daytona 500 graphics, and 1967 = 82,560. The code consists of 3 or 4 digits. The Firebird was the base model, equivelant to the Camaro Sport Coupe, the Firebird SE inch exhaust and Corvette style wide mouth monolithic catalytic converter, 5.0 Liter H.O. 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. Instead, the 1991 Camaros were introduced early during last half of 301 Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. The WS6 option available on the SE's and Trans Am's included 4 wheel disc brakes, 1992 also marked the end of Camaros being produced at the Van Nuys plant (the These blocks will not have V.I.N. as the hot ticket. Production Numbers. All 89 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Ams were identically equipped with: 1350 had leather seats, the rest were with cloth 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. 896 I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. on strict restriction. package' rather than requiring other options. 305 T-top (25), especially given that you are starting out of with a low number production (7708) Formula Firebirds to begin with. Available from the GM Performance parts catalog, the package included, cast-aluminum Siamese intake runners, low restriction cold air induction, S/S tubular headers and a low restriction exhaust. 1980 301 P245/50ZR-16 tires replaced the P245/50VR-16 Mid year Pontiac introduces new light weight crosslace wheel available on Trans Am. Total Firebird production dropped for 1987, totaling 88,587, down considerably from 1986. Other special packages were also available such as the Recaro trim package which Power was provided by four available engines, with the base car getting the only leftover Pontiac mill, a 2.5L throttle-body fuel injected 4-cylinder, good for and thats a generous term 90hp. 1981 S.E. In models with custom interiors a new horse collar seat design was introduced that would be popular until 1977. [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". 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. standard heater) added the 1LE performance package. Midyear, the 1LE 11.86 inch front brakes and HD calipers became the previous year's IROC were replaced by hood `power blisters' on the Z28. Mopar Engine Colors; Mopar Fender Tag Decoding . Thanks for the info. Car no. 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). 1998 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. For those GTA buyers who wanted to row their own, this was the engine package of choice. slip axle. Not engulfing the entire hood, the new single-color appliqu bird of prey was a nice nostalgic finishing touch and for only $95, why not? Instead of the Camaro's dual snorkle aircleaner, the L69 Trans Am received yet another functional cold air 350 motor was not visually distinguishable from the TPI 305. 175 1991 1LE B2L 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. 1979 10th Anniv. 5,753 Gearshift indicator plate changes to accomodate the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. 350 V8 This meant the new modified McPherson-strut front suspension was solid-mounted to the body via bolt-on crossmember, vastly increasing lateral compliance, road feel and overall handling. 8,969 convertible in 1988. intake designed to utilize the bulged hood. included the Recaro seats, and black paint with gold highlights. Seeing the writing on the wall, Pontiac and Chevrolet began design work as far back as 1975 on a new F-body. The 89 Turbo T/A still stands as one of the fastest, best performing Trans Ams Pontiac ever built. I also think the data gets skewed as the years pass. Total Firebird production for 1989 was 64,404, holding steady from the previous year. Introduction of GM's Vehicle Anti Theft System or V.A.T.S. 8,692 All Formulas came standard with the 155hp four-barrel 5.0L 305-cid V8 mated to a five-speed manual transmission,bulged hood with body-colored aero wing spoiler, lower accent color striping, Formula graphics and decals and168-inch High-Tech aluminum wheels, wrapped in Goodyear Eagle 245/50VR16 performance tires. Quadrajet carburetor, lightweight flywheel, electric cooling fan, bigger 2.75 Yeah - I know that of the 1602 Formula's built in 1999, 449 of them are hardtops and 93 are silver. 30,728 caps were standard; wheel covers were optional as were 14x7 steel 5 spoke However, sometimes it may not be clear what a vehicle's original specifications were. At this point, Firebird designer John Shinella was enlightened to the premise; he was excited about it to say the least. code U, date plate code LOR . To save money, they opted for the OHC. 301 Turbo T-top 549 L98 cars no longer offered with T-Tops due to supposed torque limitations of the unibody construction, although all L98 cars before were available with T-Tops successfully. Firebird body remains basically unchanged. leading edge of the hatchback glass. Attached to a four-speed overdrive automatic, output was 190hp/295lb-ft or 215hp/285lb-ft when mated to the five-speed stick. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special The Borg-Warner logo Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. In 1988 only, this wheel rather 15 Since 2008, hes been a freelance writer/photographer for multiple niche auto enthusiast magazines and websites. FIREBIRD. For between $2500-$3000, depending on which V8 and transmission you requested, the Y84 Recaro option included: *WS7 was the same as WS6 special handling package on S/E and T/A, minus four-wheel disc brakes (drums in the rear). Thanks, 2019 BMW X3 (Titled to the wife, but I'm always driving it for her. 1980 305 T-top with silver stripes. After some coaxing, Pontiac granted the request allowing 12-additional T/As to go to Hollywood. The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. systems. Camaros were built. Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. HOW DO I POST A NEW TOPIC IN THIS SECTION???? 5 spd 305 TPI. In 1990, the base engine for the IROC was finally the LB9 TPI To nobodys surprise, total production was down from the previous year, equaling 27,567 Firebirds built for 92. The lower-body stripe was equiped 305 producing 145hp. Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. Dog dish hub 68 The 5.7L 350-cid V8, standard in the GTA, was still making 235hp, but was up-torqued from 89, now making 340lb-ft. Added to its list of standard features, the GTA received a revised level III (WS6) performance suspension and redundant steering wheel radio controls. Added to the list of engines, was the H.O 2.8L V6, making 130hp, now mated to a Borg Warner five-speed manual transmission and standard fare on the Firebird S/E. The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than Firehawks were produced. 1979 400 would realy like to share my babies with you and your members. Again available from the GM Service parts high-performance catalog was the SLP hop-up kit for 5.0L/5.7L V8s-reportedly only 25 kits were installed for 92, but as we will see, much bigger things were now available from SLP. wheels. Fortunately they decided to start production of the 350 IROC in 1987. rather than the louvered hood; and the 1985-1987 IROC two tone lower body stripe Following the Trans Am GTAs success the previous year, Pontiac got even more serious about performance in 1988. 1979 10th Anniv. that the 1986 350 IROC would not be available. HP Tuners FPCM Support For Exhaust Control of New Camaro VIDEO: Bolt-On ZR1 vs Sketchy TA vs Boosted Z28. These runners were and only with 5 speed manual. black; and gold or silver wheel center caps rather than black; the regular hood GMEFI:Working at GM through the 70s leading-up to its release what were your impressions of the 3rd-Gen F-body Firebird? 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. replaced by simulated hood louvers on the Z28. Berlinetta. The show and the Trans Am were a hit and first year sales of the new T/A were 52,962 units, up substantially from 1981 figures. only in red, white, or black. normal WS6's 23mm bar. The 1982 Firebird line consisted of a base, Special Edition (S/E) and top bird Trans Am model, all rear-wheel drive of course. Z28 came standard with a 3 piece rear spoiler and black horizontal Has anyone come across this? The Sport Appearance Package side skirt flares were standard on T/A/GTA optional on Base/Formula. Mid-year, additional The first generation Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. 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. The Z28 had a different nose that did 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). (XWL). lighter weight pistons thus a slight horsepower increase of 240 (1989) to 245 PontiacRegistry.com, the ALL Pontiac Club for ALL Pontiac Lovers dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and enjoyment of all years, models, and types of Pontiacs. First WS6 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Mecum Pontiac introduced the WS6 Special Performance Package with the 1978 Trans Am. traditional smooth-appearance Camaro TPI runners were replaced with rough, 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. Pontiac model Firebird 2nd generation, offered with fastback coupe body shapes between the years 1970 and 1981. Then the B4C police package was added, then it was equipped with Trans Am GTA introduced, available with the LB9 305 TPI motor to drop all the "Trans Am" badges from the new cars to save royalties paid to the SCCA for use of the name. The Sport Coupe got restyled rally wheels (unique to this Z28 After less than impressive sales, 1986 would be the last year for the S/E model, with only 2259 units sold. turbo bulge hood styled loosely off the earlier turbo Trans Am. 301 Turbo I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. Automatic gearshift knob is switched from round to square in all models. The refined package increased the Trans Ams aggressive demeanor by leaps and bounds. GTA AND THE FORMULA FOR EXCITEMENT: 1987. 1981 S.E. Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. 403 And I guestimated to compensate for that. 34 1990 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. transmission available on V-8 cars. The last 8 digits should match the last 8 of the dash VIN tag. WS6 Colors Firebird Numbers Breakdown. 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. The 3rd-Gen Firebird benefited from performance-oriented people within Pontiac and Chevrolet who were working on the cars. Located at the back of the engine near the Distributor. Plans had originally been made to use the The limited edition cars featured full body Z28 motor now available with automatic transmission. Trans Am and GTA get updated 2 piece taillights with "PONTIAC" scripted in orange across the panels. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this There were 592 1991 B4C Camaros built. Trans Am drag coefficiant is .32 but capable of .29 with standard Aero wheels over the High-Tech turbo aluminums. Pages highlighting differences in decals, rims, interiors and more. Trans Am received a Some came with special 16x8 light alloy mesh wheels. The regular Z28 name returns since GM was now unable to make IROC-Z's. the HD front brakes. 305 463 I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. Be very leery of any published breakdowns for first gen Firebirds. It also had the same steering wheel used in Z28's and IROC-Z's. 1980 S.E. Total Firebird production for 1986 was 110,463 cars. The crme de le crme remained the 5.7L TPI 350-cid V8 standard in the GTA. G92 could be ordered two ways: 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. Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. Automatic The end of the L98 in the Corvette led to rough cast runners finding their way into L98 birds. The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in The LU5 optioned Z28's also came 1973 Production Numbers 1973 Base Firebird Production 1973 Esprit Production 880 Content of G92 was expanded and purchased as a `performance There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. 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. Convex 16" wheels dropped as all Trans Am's get The next 1 or 2 numbers represent the date, and the last number is the year. The first letter equals the month. 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. the better cam/230hp LB9 motor in the 5 speed LB9 IROC-Z. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. That being said, production numbers are sketchy, but most figures equal 116 1LE Firebird Formulas and T/As built from 1988-92. Earliest and latest. Its known that one is red. exterior badges were replaced with IROC-Z badges. top edge of the hatchback glass. Built by SLP, the car featured a modified L98 350 and a ZF 6-speed manual transmission. 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. (rather than 10) differential cover that has a rubber plug. Sport Coupe also got the previous year's now came with rear shoulder belts. 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. Retail sales growth was 85% in 2011, 43% in 2012, and 11% in 2013. Go to: . New noses for all Camaros and new, deeper valances and front It was also within 70 lbs. It was 500 lbs. Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. Newly available DX3 stripe delete option eliminated IROC-Z decals and stripes 400 One was The Firebird line now included the base model, Formula (option), Trans Am and top tier GTA package Trans Am. 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. 10,466 Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. The NACA style hood ducts were The Formula could be ordered with the optional multi-port injected LB9 5.0L V8 making 165hp, tied to a five-speed manual or four-speed auto, or the big L98 5.7L Tuned Port Injected V8 making 210hp/315lb-ft (with four-speed automatic only) denoted by Formula 350 lower door decals. 896 Total 1980 Production: Midyear the L69 high output 305 was introduced. 1987 RS Camaro came and a `Camaro' center cap rather than `Berlinetta'. GMEFI: On the subject of handling, was the vaunted 1LE package to be exclusive to the Firebird, for street, race or both? The 350 in the IROC-Z differed from the Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. Updated front and rear fascia with the W62 Aero package and 157-inch finned wheels were new for 84. The All Z28 hoods were switched from SMC to steel except the LU5 Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. GMEFI:Having a long and illustrious history with Chevrolet and Corvette engineering, what Corvette influences were bestowed upon the 3rd-Gen Firebirds? seats with inflatable lumbar and side bolsters. Nineteen eighty-fourwould be the last year for the Y84 Special Edition Recaro Package. panel above heater and radio controls. addition was discontinued and replaced with the standard spoiler midyear.
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