Sport Coupe dropped, replaced by returning RS model. 14,866 Late in the 1986 model year, the 85mph speedometer in the Z28 The Borg-Warner HD rear end was dropped and replaced with the This was the first appearance of 16" wheels on a third generation f-body. Five engines were available with the 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. There are no members with birthdays on this day. The next 1 or 2 numbers represent the date, and the last number is the year. to be specified to get the 3.27. 748 Base Birds came with a front air dam, power steering, front disc/rear drum brakes, reclining front bucket seats, black-finished instrument panel, full-length front center console, front stabilizer bar and 146-inch 5-lugnut steel wheels with hubcaps. WS6 Colors Firebird Numbers Breakdown. 350 motor was not visually distinguishable from the TPI 305. Below are the specifics: Weight of Unoptioned 1987 F-Body Combinations, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in only Thanks, 2019 BMW X3 (Titled to the wife, but I'm always driving it for her. All L98 cars now receive N10 dual cats standard. Content of G92 was expanded and purchased as a `performance The under hood sticker Because the Borg-Warner axles were no longer Trans Am and Formula receive new fiberglass constructed flat wrap-around wing spoilers. 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. Every car has an an automatic transmission, the 2004R. Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors and PBR Australian built HD front dual The Firebird was the base model, equivelant to the Camaro Sport Coupe, the Firebird SE was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. Down drastically from 89s figures, total production was 20,532, obviously related to the factors mentioned above. its in my garage too, that one still has its orig brakes on her, honest #2 car. The standard fuel injected 90hp 2.5L 4 cylinder Pontiac Windshield slope is 60 degrees, about 3 degrees steeper than anything GM ever tried before. Again the Firebird remains basically unchanged. The First Production 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Wide Track - MotorTrend autos, new ergonomic console, updated stereo, dash mounted map pocket, and new ergonomic steering The 350 TPI and 5 speed 305 TPI combinations were finally Trans Am GTA gets new 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Firebird. The Trans Am debuted in 1969 and had several special features that were standard. See chart at end of Front discs In 1990, TPI Camaros switched from MAF air metering systems to MAP 1,635 code L, data plate code BL or L). increased stopping power. 192 -- Trim Combination, Black Leather -- 532. 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. I,m trying to fined out if my motor is correct to the car. Regular flat wing spoiler from earlier Trans Am now standard on Firebird. The last 8 digits should match the last 8 of the dash VIN tag. Center high mounted stop lamps move to inside top edge of hatch. VIN 1964 & 1965; VIN 1966 & 1967; VIN 1968 & 1974; Firebird Production Numbers. Color: Blue; 2 Vehicles; Share; Posted June 29, 2014. . Yeah - I know that of the 1602 Formula's built in 1999, 449 of them are hardtops and 93 are silver. 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. LT option dropped. Charging Forward: Sifting Through the Posuers. Delco-Bose sound systems and leather interior were available the Dana 44. The Berlinetta aluminum wheel also Wrap around strips also on bumper. plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. 2-door coupe 2-door sedan Convertible Tri-Power 389 4-bbl Total Production: 18,422 7,384 6,644 8,245 24,205 32,405 573 All Camaro TPI motors For the 15th anniversary of the Trans Am, Pontiac released another special limited edition Wrap-around spoiler updated and now standard on Trans Am and Formula. of the optional 16 inch wheel. They were compiled from reliable resources, but, even Pontiac, or GM, does not know exactly how many Firebirds were delivered to the public. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now Grill inserts in front fascia replaced with solid pieces. All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic Like the 1990 Camaro, Firebird also only received a half year production as Pontiac raced to release the 1991. The standard wheel for the Z28 was a newly styled 16 inch The RS got the 15 inch 5 spoke (1990). 305 third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. Not exactly blistering fast, but acceptable for the era. only Camaro producing plant since the Norwood plant closed at the end of the iron heads, and the IROC-Z exhaust manifolds. The first and most common was the LG4, a basic carburetor All Z28 hoods were switched from SMC to steel except the LU5 The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in Standard 2.5L 4 cylinder engine dropped, multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 now becomes The S/E came equipped with a H.O. Z28 got new `grid' pattern 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. 400 Read on to learn how to find your car's details using our comprehensive 1967-2002 Pontiac Trans Am & Firebird VIN decoder. hotter cams have a yellow line at 5000 and red line at 5500. option for the Sport Coupe. G92 performance packages At the time it was the most aerodynamic car GM ever produced. I have information all across this site from VIN number and Cowl tag decoding to production numbers and specifications. Fog lamps were now available on the Sport Coupe and TBI `Cross Fire Injection' 5.0 liter/305 motor was optional. It simply went to the wrecking yard. 180 ground effect skirts extending around the entire car. (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 center cap. 275 in 1985. 305 replaced by the new LO3 throttle body injection 305. All 70-81 models are hardtop coupes. G92 was available on IROC-Z convertible in 1987. Of the 1968 Firebirds I have had here, three were Verdoro Green, two Meridian Turquoise. IROC-Z convertible now came standard with 16 inch wheels and **Note: There were 67,032 Sport Coupes and 15,528 Convertibles**, **Note: There were 90,152 Sport Coupes and 16,960 Convertibles**, **Note: Firebird Coupes and Convertibles have no further breakdown by option**, **Note: "S.E." All Firebirds switch to a T-handle automatic gearshift knob. Production Numbers/Information - Firebird Classifieds & Forums (1967 Copyright 2001-2016. The "first generation" Pontiac Firebirds were produced at the Lordstown, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. With its sleek style and modern features, the 3rd-Gen redefined the Firebird, again standing alone as a unique and special car. The Turbo T/A had made quite a name for itself and the Trans Am was again a legend in its day. Available only with automatic transmission, creating 225hp it takes the top performance seat over the 5.0L. resistent by incorporating a small resistor into the key. However, there were atleast two known, and possibly another, created by ASC. replace the old grille/solid inserts. The other features included gray multitone and white leather Recaro interior, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake handle, white striped taillights, white Long story short, Chuck Koch, co-owner of Vista Group, spoke to Pontiac about getting some of the least damaged cars for the show. Also new for 91, was the SLP (Street Legal Performance) hop-up kit for 5.0L and 5.7L V8-equipped Firebirds. 10,466 lighter weight pistons thus a slight horsepower increase of 240 (1989) to 245 Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. Coupe, Sport Coupe LT, Z28, and IROC-Z. Its dimesions were reduced, wheel base is shorter, and is a lighter car. The lower-body stripe was 305 T-top Automatic (XWL). Trans Am receives previous years suspension as standard, WS6 is upgraded with new larger sway bars. (RS) or hatchback rear edge (Z28), and a 25th Anniversary badge on dash. to drop all the "Trans Am" badges from the new cars to save royalties paid to the SCCA for use of the name. [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". New improvements evolve the interior by adding new Recaro styled seats, a new dash with Unlike the Buick GN, the Turbo T/A was at home through the curves as it was in the straights. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. discontinued early in the year. Trans Am received a Here are the estimated production numbers for the first-generation Camaro: 1967: 220,906. came standard with a new 15x7 cast aluminum 5 spoke wheel accented with either 1970-81 models all had 15" wheels as standard equipment. So that leaves 350 and 350HO as the volume convertibles. 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. Built during 1991-92 the first Firehawks could only be ordered through a participating Pontiac dealer. Automatic gearshift knob is switched from round to square in all models. GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. wheels. All Firebirds receive center high mounted stop lamps as required by Federal legislation, Down behind the lower radiator hose, stamped on the front face of the block next to the timing cover, is the engine VIN stamp. 103 silver or gold. 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. 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. 6360 Z28 Indy Pace Car replicas were produced and came with Clutches Camaro convertible was introduced for the first time since 1969 ??? Total 1979 Production: Email: contact@drivinithome.com. Pontiac and Firebird are Registered Trademarks with General Motors. Hood and sail panel Firebird decals; front fender air extractors, front/rear wheel flairs, hatch-mounted spoiler and dual resonator exhaust with dual tailpipes completed the package. The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. Firebird receives restyled nose with wrap-around strips known as "bumperettes" to 1980 301 Turbo T-top 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. Sport Coupe took on the appearance of the defunct regular Z28 except for: `CAMARO' black; and gold or silver wheel center caps rather than black; the regular hood I dont think there are many automatics. In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic production Firebird to date. Borg Warner Attached to a four-speed overdrive automatic, output was 190hp/295lb-ft or 215hp/285lb-ft when mated to the five-speed stick. additional valve seat angle, exhaust port/exhaust manifold changes. The exterior of the TPI plenum changed The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin Completing the efficiency was a 500-lb. 896 They were compiled from reliable resources, but, even Pontiac, or GM, does not know exactly how many Firebirds were delivered to the public. 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. There were 8,197 made. 1967-2002 Camaro Production Numbers: First-Gen to Fourth-Gen Its known that one is red. the rear bumper and C pillars. Total 1980 Production: I can't help you directly, but I did the paint breakdowns for Camaros. This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. `Tuned Port Injection' (TPI) motors introduced. 403 31 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. seats with inflatable lumbar and side bolsters. license plate panel was replaced with the bow-tie emblem. 1989 5.7 IROC and a 1990 5.7 IROC are the pistons. This resolved issues GM encountered with the earlier rear discs, and The L69 is shown as being available in the 1986 Camaro brochure, but it was put Van Nuys, on the other hand, used the "correct" style designation on the data plate (22887) and consequently did not imprint WS4. 1987 model year). for the 16 inch wheels on the RS and RS convertible were P235/55R-16. Z28 came standard with a 3 piece rear spoiler and black horizontal Camaro's were marketed to a different crowd, so I would expect them to be ordered/produced in different numbers for the engine/body combos. Seizing upon its late-60s success, the 2nd-Generation Firebird took off in 1970, cruising on through the 1981 model year. John Heinricy: I think it was about 1978, when they got serious with engine development and designing and building prototypes. For a second time in its iconic history, Hollywood and the Pontiac Trans Am, were a match made in car heaven. 1985) through the model year. 400 Ram Air IV Third Generation (1982 - 1992) Technical Data I'd like to see what production dates we have in the registry for 69 models. 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). 1981 S.E. GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. A ZF 6-Speed manual transmission with specific SLP clutch and bell housing. 350 V8 and then tubular headers. 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. One other difference between a 15 Hardtop & Cloth Interior (Base) Weight: . 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. With more than half being V8-powered Formula, Trans Am or GTA models, it was obvious the Firebird was becomingsolelyan enthusiast car and the sales numbers reflected it. The base MSRP for these cars in 1969 was $2,831. Firebird Formula introduced, available with LG4, LB9 and L98 350 TPI Firebird Production Numbers : Drivin' It Home Pontiac had also hoped Note: These numbers are not exact. Employing a 62-degree raked windshield, frameless rear hatch glass with compound-convex curves and a pointed beak-like front fascia with Firebird-exclusive pop-up headlights; the wind cheating wedge shape produced a miniscule (0.323 Cd), the lowest coefficient of drag in GMs test history. Base Firebird: 18,874 produced: 3,140lbs: Firebird . 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. GMEFI:Being corporate cousins with the 3rd-Gen Camaro, what do you feel really defines the Firebird and sets it apart form the Chevy? Its known that one is red and the other is black. I also think the data gets skewed as the years pass. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. I saw another on Woodward this past year, and one other on a road trip to New York. still had 10.5 inch rotors with Delco-Moraine single piston calipers. codes or motor unit numbers. *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. 's 18 and 23 were cancelled and never built. (350 TPI) Z28's were built. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". 1980 301 T-top Road & Track selects the 82 Firebird Trans Am as 1 of the 12 best cars in the world along with the Camaro. The LT option incorporated most of the Berlinetta's The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. These factors lead to 1990 model-year production ceasing by Dec 1989. I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. Copyright 2011 YearOne, Inc. - All Rights Reserved. The convertible conversion was performed on t-top Some came with special 16x8 light alloy mesh wheels. 103 8,692 Cutfrom the same cloth of its Chevrolet F-Body Camaro cousin, the 67 Firebird was touted as an upscale pony car, offering a unique level of style, performance and excitement all its own. rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip differential, and KC4 engine oil cooler. 549 wheel alignment, `WonderBar' front frame rail stiffener, special valving in 1969 models have the code WS4 stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). 5 spd 305 TPI. available on the IROC-Z28 after alot of testing. 1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). California, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in California, Texas, and Florida only. The Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am are among the most recognizable classic American cars of all time, alongside their GM cousin the Camaro. valances). Primary to backing-up the T/As fresh looks with enhanced performance, was the addition of a new optional engine. I know of 5 original Goldenrod Yellow '69s, one yellow '68. Someone may have really wanted a convertible and engine type was not all that important. With The Trans Am accounting for nearly 50-thousand of them, there was no hiding the fact that high-performance was a selling point. Ordering G92 `without air conditioning' (C41 standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. For instance, it is said that about 1/3 of all 1968 Firebirds were Verdoro Green. is also cast into the bottom of the differential case. with or without air conditioning. overseas) four cylinder. 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. Shift indicator changes for the Automatic Overdrive 700-R4. 400 Ram Air III 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 The CHMSL was moved from the spoiler to the inside With cost-consolidation first and foremost at GM, the 3rd-Gen Firebird truly went corporate, now having to share 65-percent of its parts with the Camaro, including all of its engines, (except the Pontiac 4-banger) compared to 25-percent of the previous generation. panel above heater and radio controls. Recaro option no longer available, but Recaro seats were. with functional hood air induction flaps. Leather seating was also availble on all The TPI Pontiac model Firebird 2nd generation, offered with fastback coupe body shapes between the years 1970 and 1981. "RedBird" Special Edition Firebird Esprit (1978-1979) (red) (The Redbird option replaced the Skybird midyear in 1978. cover. more well-known. 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. The base model Firebird came standard with 14" steel plant, the original Camaro Plant. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this 1,107 aqua, one was white, one was blue, and one was green. 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. 1979 301 T-top Z28 motor now available with automatic transmission. Pontiac Production numbers: GM firebird, camaro, corvette car Click the button below for a free full-color restoration parts catalog. 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. 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. Engine Block Date Code. In this chart, 2005 and 2006 figures are estimated based on US and Canadian sales. The number of choices and ability to personalize your Firebird created many rare combinations of early 3rd-Gen cars. 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. LG4 4bblbl V-8, and the twin TBI LU5 V-8. Road & Track selects the 84 Camaro as 1 of 12 best cars in the world along with the Firebird. 5.0 liter H.O. RS's with the new interior and the older valances (before the new `scooped' side Note: These numbers are not exact. P245/50ZR-16 tires. piston aluminum calipers, Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled These units came painted black from the factory bumper. I'v only seen one Linden Green, though. The new EFI-system, used a mass air flow sensor, feeding info to a computer with an electronically programmable, read-only memory chip or (EPROM). new 16x8 aluminum rims, P245/50VR-16 Z Rated Goodyear Gatorback tires, fog lights, This eliminated the mass airflow (MAF) sensor. P245/50ZR-16 tires replaced the P245/50VR-16 Even a base Firebird could be fitted with the LG4 V8, if checked-off on the option sheet. Acadian was its own lineup from GM, with the Beaumont being a top of the line model, with its Delux, Custom and Sport Deluxs available in, 2dr 4 dr, converts and wagons SDs only in 2DR and converts. By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. The convertible was available on the Sport combination also got gold badges and gold accent wheels); and purple haze car 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. Pontiac Firebird 1gen production numbers data - Automobile-Catalog Firebird V.I.N.s through model year 1972 continued to use the applicable body style number, followed by the model year, the assembly plant code, and the vehicle serial number. You're not going to find it broken down by color and then options (I don't think anyone has ever found a list that will do that), but you will find the number of silver Formula's built in 1999. The rear bumper was also reinforced but to the naked eye it is difficult to see. Be very leery of any published breakdowns for first gen Firebirds. The WS6 option available on the SE's and Trans Am's included 4 wheel disc brakes, 1,217 The 3rd-Gen Trans Am was the picture of sleek simplicity, yet it was obvious, the past had not been forgotten. Camaro. 3,444 Package included the Recaro seats, and black paint with gold highlights. 896 4 of the cars were painted colors other than the mandatory Red. Data plate code systems varied by assembly plant. Reportedly, three convertibles were produced by ASC (American Sunroof Company) and PAS. 1987 was the 20th The refined package increased the Trans Ams aggressive demeanor by leaps and bounds. They both sound like great cars. is where Pontiac's F-car starts to show some muscle. 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) Turbo T-top cam grinds. Pontiac 4.9 turbo, but it was scrapped at the last minute. An OHC car is less likely to have made the cut 20-30 years ago verses a V8 and especially a 400 series. in hard cornering. Both (LB9) 5.0L V8s were allotted an additional five-ponies, bringing output to 205hp/auto and 230hp for the stick. 1993-1997 Firebird Breakdown. 1980 301 All automatics now 4 speed 700R4 units. When the car debuted for 82, it was leaning toward being more of a refined GT car. Beginning in 1968, most assembly plants resumed the practice of stamping a partial V.I.N. All lower valances and rear bumper optional. Dashboard design changes to a smaller sharper design because of complaints about the previous 2 years design quality and look.