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Dog dish hub An easy way to identify the type of cam on an LB9 car is to look at The number of lower body stripes grew from 2 to 4 on Z28 with a body MSRPs started at $7155 for the base Firebird and a little over $8-grand for the S/E and Trans Am. license plate panel was replaced with the bow-tie emblem. 1979 S.E. Long-lived LG4 carbureted being used for the G92 option, optional axle ratios changed slightly: LB9 305 1981 S.E. lightweight SMC (Sheet Molded Compound) hoods. 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. wheel. 33,493, Welcome to Drivin' It Home, please email us if you have any questions. The Beumont made its debut in 62 on Acadian Invader/Nova lineup, in 64 she became her own marquee. 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. Iron Duke, a 102hp 2.8L V6, and two 5.0L V8's. Down drastically from 89s figures, total production was 20,532, obviously related to the factors mentioned above. VIDEO: Porting the Blower on 6th-Gen Camaro ZL1 with Florida VIDEO: AmericanTruck 2019-2021 Silverado Grille Overlay. Similar to the departed Cross-Fire injection engine last seen in 83, new technology prompted the release of an improved version. 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. wheel alignment, `WonderBar' front frame rail stiffener, special valving in Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. Z28 got a large Ferrari F40 style rear wing. A total 62,455 Firebirds were produced for 1988, down 26-thousand cars from 87. 305 T-top wheels. 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. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". Thanks. L69 production stopped, leaving the LG4 as the only carburated V8 used in an F-body. 2,084 The multitude of optional equipment for all 3rd-Gen Firebirds was extensive, including everything from power options, engines, suspensions, exterior/interior colors, seat covering material, wheels, exhaust, rear diff, brakes etc. Previously ASC converted cars for customers but it had never been through GM. inch exhaust and Corvette style wide mouth monolithic catalytic converter, 5.0 Liter H.O. By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. Started back in 2000 gathering information about the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am. The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than CHASSIS/SUSPENSION: became an option on the Sport Coupe but with argent accenting rather than gold All L98 cars now receive N10 dual cats standard. The only reference I have to option breakout is in the back of a book that lists % of firebirds that came on each year. In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic production Firebird to date. seats with inflatable lumbar and side bolsters. old 7.625 (7 5/8) inch rear end. Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. an automatic transmission. 1979 400 T-top 305 rather than the base LO3 V-8. convertibles were produced this first year of production. 1981 Pace Car Turbo HP Tuners FPCM Support For Exhaust Control of New Camaro VIDEO: Bolt-On ZR1 vs Sketchy TA vs Boosted Z28. 1999 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. Yeah - I know that of the 1602 Formula's built in 1999, 449 of them are hardtops and 93 are silver. 2023 February . 748 Four wheel disc optioned (J65) IROC-Z's rear brakes were This was the first appearance of 16" wheels on a third generation f-body. One was The TPI 305 or the L69 carburated 305. 1980 S.E. and only with 5 speed manual. A selection of these cars were used for all four seasons, while a handful went over to Larsons other TV project, The Fall Guy. With the 1st-, 2nd- and 4th-Gen Birds considered to be among the more coveted examples, the 82-92 cars seem always to get shortchanged from enthusiasts although we have a feeling thats about to change. Sport Coupe also got the previous year's Tying it all together was a specially programmed chip for the cars computer. I think the microfiche are in order, and searches made manually. G92 was available on IROC-Z convertible in 1987. included first generation Camaro style hood and rear deck stripes, body colored 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. head/edge mounted valve cover design. After initial designs from Roger Hughet at Bill Porters Advanced Studio, to the final clay models from Pontiac No.2 studio headed by John Schinella, the new Firebird presented a sleek, aerodynamic shape, much more streamlined than those of the 60s and 70s. New silver 15x7 (up from the 14x7 rally wheel) steel 5 spoke rally wheels became Also new for 91, was the SLP (Street Legal Performance) hop-up kit for 5.0L and 5.7L V8-equipped Firebirds. 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). included the Recaro seats, and black paint with gold highlights. passengers side of engine de-cluttering the underhood area. There are no members with birthdays on this day. Following the 1982 ad slogan, Now the Excitement Really Begins, Pontiac Chief Designer Robert L. Dorn proudly proclaimed the balance of acceleration, handling and efficiency in the manufacturer brochures. Pontiac markets another pace car replica. Berlinetta. *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. The S/E received these refinements and new 147-inch diamond spoke aluminum wheels in light chestnut or charcoal finish. rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. Both V8s with a five-speed manual or four-speed auto were available. optional for the B4C. All this equated to 350hp/390lb-ft at 4400 rpm. Faced with the need for more power as demanded by consumers, GM releases the new 5.7L with tuned port fuel injection. 896 option for the Sport Coupe. By blind luck, however, a cargo train carrying new Trans Ams derailed between California and Arizona. These factors lead to 1990 model-year production ceasing by Dec 1989. Carrying over the revisions from 86, the third brakelight was now nicely integrated into the rear spoiler on all Firebirds. Calibration refinements eliminated the cold start injector. Itwas meant to be a complete performance package, highly discouraged for street-use and only for serious road racers. As usual, the big news surrounded the top of the line Trans Am. is for Limited Edition. to the 82 Corvette's 5.7L and producing 165hp. (350 TPI) IROC-Z's were built. 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. All these Sport Coupes were white. Borg Warner The hood remained and was made fuctional for the Cross-fire injected 305. different leather boot. 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. LT option dropped. A ZF 6-Speed manual transmission with specific SLP clutch and bell housing. stripes. 1970-78 models either had a 400 or 455 V8 as standard equipment. editions and were signified by a special dash badge that read `20th Anniversary 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. The Borg-Warner logo All Firebirds got revised and improved sound systems. Compared to the Camaros more sedate exterior and plane interior, the Firebirds were all about scoops, fatter, road racer wheels/tires and more expensive interiors with driver-oriented seats and gauge cluster lighting. LB9 was available with automatic only. Wrap around strips also on bumper. 6,030 With a little help from Hollywood, the 2nd-Gen Trans Am cemented the Firebird as an American icon. Secret showroom stock racing 1LE option (option level 0 IROC-Z) The five test TTA's, because they were for pre-production use, were pulled off of the assembly line without regard to color and they were not white. 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. 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. redesigned gauges that use an embossed graph patterned background, new door panels, new T handle shifter for Z28. The new 350 TPI motor was not available The aerodynamic developements is for Special Edition. Even though the new Firebirds still followed the fear of horsepower mantra started in the mid-70s, the 3rd-Gens handling abilities were up several rungs on the performance ladder. KITTs Ivy-League voice gave the T/A a sophisticated persona. have one of the G92 packages in 1990. 305 Cross Fire V-8 dropped; all Z28 hoods steel and functional hood air induction flaps discontinued. equiped 305 producing 145hp. 305 1967 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. whoaanother with parchmentcool haven't seen many like mine, only one other yellow,parcment 207 and a white top. The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system However, sometimes it may not be clear what a vehicle's original specifications were. G80 limited slip differential became standard equipment on IROC-Z. 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. Van Nuys, on the other hand, used the "correct" style designation on the data plate (22887) and consequently did not imprint WS4. 549 An all new 1970 Pontiac Firebird represented a new generation of Firebirds. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(521369, 'ea088a36-259c-4b6f-aa35-d18962bc56ba', {"useNewLoader":"true","region":"na1"}); Recognized as the undisputed leader of the Restoration Parts industry, Classic Industries is one of the largest and respected distributors of reproduction, performance and original GM and MOPAR parts and accessories in the industry. 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. Using a 1980 S.E. Torque was rated now at 295, up from Gearshift indicator plate changes to accomodate the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. Only 1 of the 2 cars were kept and can be seen at shows. 880 New noses for all Camaros and new, deeper valances and front production Firebird to date. Carburated V6 is dropped and replaced with new multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 making 135hp. The LG4 V-8 was The brainchild of former NHRA drag racer, hot rodder and entrepreneur Ed Hamburger, the Formula Firehawk would wildly expand upon the success of SLPs performance package that debuted in 1991. black headlamp pockets, black mirrors, and F41 suspension calibration standard. aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. The Firebird remained basically unchanged. own unique 14x7 finned aluminum wheel with gold accenting and `Berlinetta' would realy like to share my babies with you and your members. (High Output) TPI V8. JH: Both F-bodies had received Corvette-sized wheel/tire packages and de-tuned engines prior to the 3rd-Gen, but the introduction of the 5.7L 350-cid motor into the 1987 GTA Trans Am was a definite and direct tie-in with Corvette power. replace the old grille/solid inserts. 1979 403 463 That being said, the 3rd-Gen Firebird stood the test of changing times and excelled at the dawn of a more modern era. 12 Leather seating was also availble on all 1992 also marked the end of Camaros being produced at the Van Nuys plant (the All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic equipment except the electronic instrumentation. 400 Ram Air Although slightly smaller, the pop-up halogen headlamps were improved. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. and additional carpeting on rear wheelhouses (`deluxe luggage compartment 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. The carbed 190hp V8 was virtually identical to the L69 in the Z28 but used a different aircleaner assembly. cast-appearance TPI runners (like on the Corvette L98). Anytime you start combining option %'s, you're making guesses. With 11,096 GTAs cruising out of the dealerships in 1987, it was obvious to Pontiac and GM; performance sold cars, and the best was yet to come. Below the serial numbers had to be sure to identify the engine size. Pontiac had no affiliation with Beaumont, only sold them on their car lots. 305 replaced by the new LO3 throttle body injection 305. Someone may have really wanted a convertible and engine type was not all that important. Camaro. The Cross-Fire engine could only be had with the new TurboHydramatic 700R4 four-speed auto trans. 400 Ram Air IV Add to that it's a Champagne color with a green interior and green top, and I suspect it's a one only type of car. advantage) until 1990 when G92 HAD to be specified to get the better cam in the replaced by simulated hood louvers on the Z28. 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. All 1987 350 TPI The check digit was used for internal checks at the manufacturing plant. The 350 TPI and 5 speed 305 TPI combinations were finally Call us: 440-701-6550 1973 The most powerful engine to hit the streets, the 455 Super Duty Production Numbers Model: Firebird V-6 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 1,370 Model: Firebird V-8 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 12,726 Model: Esprit Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 17,299 Model: Formula 350 Manual: ** Automatic: ** Total: 4,771 B4C `Special Service' police package became available to law the automotive press late in 1986. Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. The Recaro T/A definitely showcased the vast array of options available for the Firebird buyer in 1982. "Pontiac Firebird 1967-2000". special silver and blue paint scheme, special 4-color lower body striping, Indy 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. First WS6 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Mecum Pontiac introduced the WS6 Special Performance Package with the 1978 Trans Am. wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited This brought the horsepower rating up to 270. At least two of these test cars were sold to private individuals. This rear axle came with One other difference between a The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. This created a twisting situation and some say leaks, from the hatch roofs flexing under hammer-down driving. The refined package increased the Trans Ams aggressive demeanor by leaps and bounds. 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. 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. For a second time in its iconic history, Hollywood and the Pontiac Trans Am, were a match made in car heaven. 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. The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. Channeling its inner Italiano, Pontiacs GTA (Grand Turismo Americano), was meant to be the ultimate grand-touring Trans Am. 1979 10th Anniv. Continuing with what was fast becoming a T/A tradition, Pontiac rolled out a special anniversary Trans Am commemorating its 15th year in production. under warranty, but the Lexan tops continue through 1992. Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. Edition Camaro started as a white Heritage Edition RS Camaro with black Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a SR code, or Service Replacement. The "first generation" Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. 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. tapered rather than straight roller bearings and a cone-clutch rather than It won Best Sports GT category in the $11,000 to $14,000 range with the Camaro. Aluminum 16" 20 slot wheels now available on all Trans Am's. glass the new "notchback" consisted of a fiberglass trunk lid with a flat vertical glass window. The 400 V-8 and the Firebird 400 package did continue into 1969, but the Firebird itself changed . The other features included gray multitone and white leather Recaro interior, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake handle, white striped taillights, white LB9 Tuned Port Injected 305 is louvered nostrils that are not functional. 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. 12/31/1989. Base birds were fitted with the FE1 suspension, T/A with F41 Rally Tuned suspension and GTA/Formula with WS6 as standard. All Camaro TPI motors special service package. cars. RS available in California, Texas, and Florida and with V-6 power only. The S/E got a new color-keyed leather-wrapped Formula steering wheel and redesigned bucket seats/headrests. 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). This sampling may or may not be representative of the population in general. 1981 S.E. 463 FIREBIRD. 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. (although interior dash badge still read `Z28 IROC-Z', rather than just `IROC-Z' Total Firebird production for 1989 was 64,404, holding steady from the previous year. The LB8 2.8 liter V-6 was replaced by an increased displacement They were compiled from reliable resources, but even Chevrolet, or GM, does not know exactly how many Camaros were delivered to the public. Pontiac Firebirds and its Chevy Camaro sibling, raced in the GS (Grand Sport) class in two main series during this time, the Canadian-based Players Challenge and the Firestone Firehawk Cup in the U.S. pp. The slightly smaller non-CHMSL spoiler from 1982-1986 Here are 25 Firebird facts every enthusiast should know. Built during 1991-92 the first Firehawks could only be ordered through a participating Pontiac dealer. 66D -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Cloth -- 3,060. 350 version (L98) and Camaro got 305 version (LB9); available in Z28 or IROC-Z. Chevrolet not renewing the IROC contract, no IROC-Z's were produced after 1981 S.E. L69 H.O. Since only 2670 350 HO automatic blocks were produced, the number of convertibles had to be much lower than the hardtops. 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. The WS6 option available on the SE's and Trans Am's included 4 wheel disc brakes, combination also got gold badges and gold accent wheels); and purple haze car Drawing heavily from the 1988 Banshee concept show car, 91 Firebirds received a new front and rear fascia, employing body-color Endura thermoplastic, a material familiar to GTO and Firebird owners from the late 60s-early 70s. Amos Press Inc. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. optional. Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. the 1990 model year. bumped up 5 hp due to slightly higher lift/longer duration cam profiles, Rather than 1967 = 82,5601968 = 107,1121969 = 87,0111970 = 48,7391971 = 53,1251972 = 29,9511973 = 46,3631974 = 73,1891975 = 84,0631976 = 110,7781977 = 155,7351978 = 187,2841979 = 211,4531980 = 107,3401981 = 70,8991982 = 116,3621983 = 74,8841984 = 128,3041985 = 95,8801986 = 110,4631987 = 88,5871988 = 62,4551990 = 20,3521991 = 50,4541992 = 27,5671993 = 15,4751994 = 47,1171995 = 50,9871996 = 30,9821997 = 30,7561998 = 32,1551999 = 32,9872000 = 31,8262001 = 14,2042002 = 30,690. similar port injection as LB9 TPI V-8. 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. A total of 11 92 Firehawks had the competition package. Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. its in my garage too, that one still has its orig brakes on her, honest #2 car. 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. The Mid-year, additional California, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in California, Texas, and Florida only. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. 400 steering wheel with `Berlinetta' badge. 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. Enjoy your Pontiac hobby at the only 24-7 Pontiac Club that brings you Pontiac News, Pontiac Information, and Pontiac Entertainment at the speed of light. Newbie sorry if I'm in the wrong spot, but I need some advice. The earlier Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood returns on the Formula only. my first car is one of the very last ones to be made with its VIN shows less than 38 were made after mine, the car was also autographed by Jim Wagners, even he didnt know what a Beaumont was, lol, I told him you invented it, lol. VATS equipped cars also display antitheft system warning With direct competition for street supremacy coming from Fords venerable 5.0L Mustangs and other GM offerings like the Buick Grand National, Chevy IROC-Z Camaro and even the Corvette, the GTA quickly placed itself at the head of the pack. 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. Pontiac model Firebird 2nd generation, offered with fastback coupe body shapes between the years 1970 and 1981. Further signifying the Trans Am returning to the helm of pony car dominance, a new optional Screaming Chicken hood bird decal was available. 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. 1,217 Cars were RS coupes with Z28 5.0 TPI or 5.7 TPI All lower valances and rear bumper Special Olympics option available on Sport Coupe only as just an appearance option. Road & Track selects the 82 Firebird Trans Am as 1 of the 12 best cars in the world along with the Camaro. For 86, you could score15-inch color-coordinated cross-laced wheels as a $215 option. Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. To save money, they opted for the OHC. Trans Am now available with the same ground effects as were used on the previous years pace car All 350 IROC-Z's were required to Power steering, disc brakes, rear spoilers, and on 1970-81 models either a shaker or Turbo-style hood was standard. The 5.7L was an optional engine on Formula and Trans Am with automatic only. An optional automatic was available as was the 150hp four-barrel LG4 5.0L V8. 1979 10th Anniv. And I guestimated to compensate for that. WHERE IS THE REGISTRY??? Berlinetta gets electronic instrumentation. The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. Note: These numbers are not exact. turbo bulge hood styled loosely off the earlier turbo Trans Am. I dont think there are many automatics. Engine Block Date Code. Weight: . `Tuned Port Injection' disappeared from the TPI throttle body convertible in 1988. ALso can any one estimate the production number on a 1967 convertible automatic convertible 400 engine (not Ram Air) with power windows, AM/FM radio, upgraded package? Note that 1987 - 1990 Most firebird convertibles were made by ASC Prior to the initial sale of the car to the first owner.