year. was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. externally mounted third brake light on the hatch glass and the pre-1987 Other additions were few but significant. of the optional 16 inch wheel. also equipped with a ZF 6-speed and GTA black `lace' 16x8 wheels. 1979 10th Anniv. Serpentine belt now on Camaro V-8's. LB9 and L98 platforms updated with new speed density fuel injection. `Heritage Edition' package available on all Camaros. slip axle. valances in silver or gold. package consisting of: The 1989 1LE special deflected disc shocks were dropped for the I would welcome anyone who could suppy us with a production source of Canadian Pontiacs. 3,050 1st time a 4 cylinder was available in a Camaro. 400 Ram Air III Faced with the need for more power as demanded by consumers, GM releases the new 5.7L with tuned port fuel injection. conditioning (C41/1LE) still available on Z28. speed LB9 IROC-Z's got the higher output LB9. often changed to sell a 305 TPI as a 350 TPI). Pontiac 4.9 turbo, but it was scrapped at the last minute. GM replaces many sets with glass Here are the estimated production numbers for the first-generation Camaro: 1967: 220,906. 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). Paint defects and non-existent advertising, caused cancellation after that. Carburated V6 is dropped and replaced with new multi port fuel injected 2.8L V6 making 135hp. All 1987 350 TPI (B2L) IROC-Z's required J65 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. Z28 selected as the Indy 500 pace car. IROC-Z door decals were moved from the front of the doors to the rear. 1967 = 82,560. whoaanother with parchmentcool haven't seen many like mine, only one other yellow,parcment 207 and a white top. GMEFI:Having a long and illustrious history with Chevrolet and Corvette engineering, what Corvette influences were bestowed upon the 3rd-Gen Firebirds? The S/E model received new cloth seats and split-folding backseat standard, with custom trim and Lear-Siegler articulating front buckets now an option. Trans Am's ground effects restyled as well. In 1983, L69 was only available with a 5 speed manual transmission. 1999 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Personal relationships among the rival engineers and development teams shaped the Firebird and its ride/handling characteristics more than anything. For the 15th anniversary of the Trans Am, Pontiac released another special limited edition 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. Sport Coupe also got the previous year's The Z28 also came with front, side, and rear lower body wheels and P245/50-ZR16 tires, engine oil cooler, rear disc brakes, and limited Be very leery of any published breakdowns for first gen Firebirds. 8,692 while most others were bare metal. GTA recieves new steering wheel with integrated radio controls. Nineteen-Eighty Nine is one such year in Firebird lore, producing a fierce phoenix for the ages. decal on air cleaner, specially calibrated Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". Not exactly blistering fast, but acceptable for the era. similar port injection as LB9 TPI V-8. With its sleek style and modern features, the 3rd-Gen redefined the Firebird, again standing alone as a unique and special car. The earlier Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood returns on the Formula only. The front bumper grills were replaced with molded For a second time in its iconic history, Hollywood and the Pontiac Trans Am, were a match made in car heaven. LB9 and L98 equipped Trans Am's. 1981 301 Turbo Fortunately they decided to start production of the 350 IROC in 1987. *1515 Turbo T/As were T-top equipped with 40 hardtops. Large hood Firebird emblem disappears forever. I dont think there are many automatics. traditional smooth-appearance Camaro TPI runners were replaced with rough, 1LE performance package option (option level 0 IROC-Z) became 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. Firebirds were available several engines. Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled bumped up 5 hp due to slightly higher lift/longer duration cam profiles, RS now Customer tastes, global events, gas prices, government regulations, insurance rates and advances in technology all contributed to a new Firebird for a new world. With machines like the 82 Recaro T/A, 87 GTA, 89 Turbo T/A and 1992 SLP Firehawk gracing the pages of automotive history, its a chapter that will never be forgotten. 93-106 . A 1982 Z28 can be distinguished from a standard IROC wheel was the old 15x7 inch aluminum 5 spoke Z28 wheel and this The new tops are Special Olympics option available on Sport Coupe only as just an appearance option. The Berlinetta also had its own unique an automatic transmission. was adopted for all Camaros. 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 Trans Am is selected to pace the Indianapolis 500. 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. slightly: the ridges on top of the plenum did not extend as far forward. HOW DO I POST A NEW TOPIC IN THIS SECTION???? *, **Note: "Y82" Stands for Special Edition with the Hurst T-top roof. These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. valances, Delco-Bilstein rear gas shocks, special front struts, increased spring 1970 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. Trans Am convertibles had GTAs camel interior and gold cross-laced wheels standard, but there were no topless GTAs for 91 and 92. lighter weight pistons thus a slight horsepower increase of 240 (1989) to 245 The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system The Firebird line now included the base model, Formula (option), Trans Am and top tier GTA package Trans Am. code N, data plate code NOR), and at the Van Nuys, California, assembly plant (V.I.N. 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. G92 performance axle ratio and J65 four wheel disc The under hood sticker 1980 S.E. 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? IROC-Z convertible now came standard with 16 inch wheels and leading edge of the hatchback glass. 1981 301 Turbo T-top Note: These production numbers are not exact. Some cars received special rubber snubbers on the rear hatch frame designed to make the hatch more stable. All center high mounted stop lamps relocated to FIREBIRD. 72 Totals: 1979 301 The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin RS was available for the first time with 16 inch wheels. Firebird interior again meets a redesign, this time the This was the last year for the Sport 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. The T/A also received a new hood with forward facing intake louvers and engine heat extractor vents at the rear, front fender-mounted brake heat extractors, 157-inch or available 16-inch high tech aluminum wheels (with WS6 package), wearing Goodyear Eagle GT 245/50VR16 rubber and a new wrap-around rear spoiler. cam change. 190hp four-barrel. I also think the data gets skewed as the years pass. plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. The Block Date Code represents the production date of the engine. Previously, all 5 not have the three horizontal slits above the grille as on the Sport Coupe and Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. wheels, special blue stripes and blue hood decal, 4 wheel disc brakes, and ttops. 1981 305 T-top Below the serial numbers had to be sure to identify the engine size. One was RS available in California, Texas, and Florida and with V-6 power only. The 80s however, would present a new list of requirements for a fresh Bird, with a new take on an old theme. TPI (LB9). Early promotional cars were marked "T/A" as an alternative, however the production cars came marked as These units can be identified by their 9 bolt 65 advantage) until 1990 when G92 HAD to be specified to get the better cam in the 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. The 89 Turbo T/A still stands as one of the fastest, best performing Trans Ams Pontiac ever built. cast-appearance TPI runners (like on the Corvette L98). Stands for "Special Edition". discontinued early in the year. All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic 1967 PONTIAC FIREBIRD ENGINE LINEUP. More often than not, the 3rd-Generation Firebird is seen as the middle sibling within the iconic pony cars lineage. The base 15 inch IROC wheel was restyled to have the appearance And I guestimated to compensate for that. into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. Dana 44 rear axle with 3.54 to 3.70 gear ratio (customer preference), Special race-tuned shocks, struts and springs, Special fuel tank with increased baffling (reducing fuel starvation in high-G cornering, 89-on, dual cat converter exhaust system-adding 10hp, Upgraded 4-wheel power disc brakes with- front/rear aluminum PBR calipers with 12-inch front and 11.4-inch rear rotors. The new beak incorporated driving-lights/turn signals and foglights. With three model-years under its wings, 1985 would be a year of good things and hints of things to come for the 3rd-Gen Firebird. 1983 and 1984 Z28 by its lack of the bowtie emblem by the Z28 emblem on the rear Sport Coupe restyled and upgraded. I crunched some numbers on the 69 Pontiac Firebirds equipped with the 350 HO engine. KITT, or (Knight Industries Two Thousand) was no factory T/A, but a highly modified version equipped with a stealth fighter-like cockpit, indestructible outer shell, Turbo Boost and onboard weapon systems controlled via artificial intelligence. 400 Ram Air 2,856 3,444 Thanks. third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. The hood louvers on Gone for now, were the large hood-encompassing Screaming Chickens and muscular-styling of the 60s and 70s. Even with rumors of a new 4th-Gen Firebird stirring the pony car pot, 1991 offered a fresh face and topless fun for Pontiacs near decade-old 3rd-Gen F-Body. The 1990 model year was only a half year of production due to 14,866 As always the case with Pontiac, end of model runs were signified by great additions, rather than a boring fizzle. Production Numbers. motor came with a higher lift and longer duration cam, dual snorkel intake center cap. Berlinetta aluminum wheels became an extra cost option and 4 of the cars were painted colors other than the mandatory Red. 463 Example: A128 = January 12, 19*8. 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. Most L6 cars weren't convertibles. There are no members with birthdays on this day. guests, and 6 Offering less standard accoutrements than the previous year, the cost was only $1621. (1990). Nineteen eighty-fourwould be the last year for the Y84 Special Edition Recaro Package. Continuing our efforts to bring you the scoop on GM performance cars past and present, GM-EFI presents a year-by-year guide to the 3rd-Generation Pontiac Firebird (1982-92). The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. Charcoal was added as a wheel accent/valance color. The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. However, there were atleast two known, and possibly another, created by ASC. with or without air conditioning. The S/E came equipped with a H.O. The Trans Am was the highest performance level for the Firebird. G92 performance packages All L98 cars now receive N10 dual cats standard. The aerodynamic developements There is no production breakdown for color options. 3,851 Early in 1989, Motor Trend ran their top speed test article, clocking in at 162mph, the Turbo T/A only lost out to the then prototype Corvette ZR-1, not yet in production. taillights. So that leaves 350 and 350HO as the volume convertibles. Also included were Recaro leather seats, special 175 1991 1LE B2L Mid-year, valve covers on TPI motors changed from silver to black (like 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. A few things can be Also standard with the package, leather Recaro seats with adjustable thigh/lumbar supports and an ETR AM/FM stereo radio with cassette, seek/scan function, graphic equalizer and clock. Late in the 1986 model year, the 85mph speedometer in the Z28 a unique white and charcoal paint scheme. 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. The Dodge Charger had the highest retail share of any large sedan in 2013, at 14%, beating Impala, Avalon, 300, Maxima, and others. Base model Firebird available with Trans Am ground effects. *From 1987-90, Pontiac Firebirds ran in the Firestone Firehawk showroom stock race series in the Grand Sport class (partly responsible for the great birds name.) All 350 Z28's were required to Formula, T/A and GTA received redesigned taillights and a sharper-looking, notched decklid spoiler with integrated third brake light. (High Output) TPI V8. to the 82 Corvette's 5.7L and producing 165hp. pin mounting rather than the previous years latches. 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. Transmissions were a 4 speed manual On top of standard T/A fare, the GTA option included: Performance numbers according to AutoWeek Magazines Sept 1, 1986 issue, stood at 6.5-second 0-60mph and 14.7-seconds in the 1/4-mile. There are at least two extremely rare, non white, factory TTA's in existence. These cars were built primarily for testing and were the ones we saw tested by 1979 S.E. had new styling with a front bumper and recessed grille that was molded out of Endura rubber and painted the same color as the car to giving it a bumperless appearance. G92 code was now available on the 350 (B2L) IROC-Z and now An easy way to identify the type of cam on an LB9 car is to look at All models were fitted with GM Computer Command Control (an early computerized system, controlling the EFI where applicable, the carburetor and distributor). 72 1981 S.E. 305 was only available in IROC The crme de le crme remained the 5.7L TPI 350-cid V8 standard in the GTA. code U, date plate code LOR . Anyone have any idea? Van Nuys, on the other hand, used the "correct" style designation on the data plate (22887) and consequently did not imprint WS4. Also specific to the 87 convertibles were the one year only Unlike the Buick GN, the Turbo T/A was at home through the curves as it was in the straights. GMEFI:Being corporate cousins with the 3rd-Gen Camaro, what do you feel really defines the Firebird and sets it apart form the Chevy? I ordered the PHS docs for this car and found out it's a 350HO. 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. Records also show that 50 1986 350 (5.7) IROC's were built. by Classic Industries News, on Sep 24, 2020 4:53:40 PM. Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. (1987-1992) Camaros had a tach with yellow at 5000 and red at 5500. The exterior differed in appearance only by `5.7 Car no. size) on all cars equipped with a spoiler (all Z28's, IROC-Z's, spoiler optional sold 500 Daytona pace car replicas thru their dealerships. `Tuned Port Injection' (TPI) motors introduced. The prototype Collector's Camaros were built. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. 305 both in the Z28 and IROC-Z. GTA AND THE FORMULA FOR EXCITEMENT: 1987. turbo bulge hood styled loosely off the earlier turbo Trans Am. rather than the four-color Z28 body stripe. performing `Multec' fuel injectors. Shoulder belts are added in the back. Berlinetta, and the fog lamp/`CAMARO' front grille assembly of the IROC was now Located at the back of the engine near the Distributor. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. available only in black. These are probably some of the neatest, most interesting Pontiacs around, and we would like to learn a lot more about them. G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. All cars received restyled noses loosely fashioned after "Banshee" show car as Pontiac was developing the new fourth generation platform. Regular flat wing spoiler from earlier Trans Am now standard on Firebird. New silver 15x7 (up from the 14x7 rally wheel) steel 5 spoke rally wheels became 289 1991 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) Z28's were built. Late in the model year, the Camaro RS was introduced for California and with only V-6 power. optional. Only two prototypes were completed however. The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than normal WS6's 23mm bar. had to be specified to get 3.27 rear end (was standard in 1987) as a 2.77 rear in addition to the GTA's gold. 30,728 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.