Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. Z28 got a large Ferrari F40 style rear wing. Production Numbers/Information - Firebird Classifieds & Forums (1967 were optional on the Z28, and standard on 350 Z28 and Z28 convertible. Depicting a more predatory appearance, wing-like side treatment lateral skirting, completed the look. 1987 was the last year for Camaros produced at the Norwood Ohio The Turbo T/A had made quite a name for itself and the Trans Am was again a legend in its day. turbo bulge hood styled loosely off the earlier turbo Trans Am. Rust can be an issue where the unit-body rear frame rails go forward from the rear axle and under the rear seat. LT option dropped. Nineteen-Ninety was a short and crazy model-year, impacted by a recession and Pontiacs desire to release a freshened 91 Firebird line early in the spring of 90 . 1998 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Note: These production numbers are not exact. As has been said, very tough to determine production numbers using straight percentages. Lower door panels were now molded in plastic instead of carpeted. 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. In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic production Firebird to date. Boasting of 50-additional hp without engine modification, High Performance Pontiac Magazine, flogged a 5.7L Formula fitted with the SLP goodies and recorded a 5.7-second 0-60 sprint and 14.2-second 1/4-mile at 100mph, putting it in Corvette territory. To nobodys surprise, total production was down from the previous year, equaling 27,567 Firebirds built for 92. The GTAs standard weapon, the 5.7L, also received a handful more horses, now pumping-out 240hp/340lb-ft. As a result of the 5.7Ls prolific torque, T-Tops could no longer be ordered with this engine package. Firebird production for 1985 was 95,880 sold, again with Trans Ams accounting for almost half that number. 7,176 sway bars, a high ratio 12.7:1 steering box, and limited slip rear differential. 8,969 The standard fuel injected 90hp 2.5L 4 cylinder Pontiac This rear axle came with [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". Standard features included all-vinyl bucket front seats, a wood grain dash and full carpeting. 2001 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Thanks. The headlamp pockets were painted in an accent 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). 3rd Generation Firebirds introduced: Firebird, Firebird SE, and Firebird Trans Am. 15 Hardtop & Cloth Interior (Base) Sport Coupe dropped, replaced by returning RS model. Road & Track selects the 84 Camaro as 1 of 12 best cars in the world along with the Firebird. Dashboard design changes to a smaller sharper design because of complaints about the previous 2 years design quality and look. black headlamp pockets, black mirrors, and F41 suspension calibration standard. The first and most common was the LG4, a basic carburetor Pontiac Production numbers: GM firebird, camaro, corvette car We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. 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. stripes. At the last minute it was decided G92 (performance axle ratio) still available on IROC-Z Also, at some point near the end of the production year, the There is no production breakdown for color options. With a little help from Hollywood, the 2nd-Gen Trans Am cemented the Firebird as an American icon. available 5 spd / 305 TPI combination only. would realy like to share my babies with you and your members. 403 305 T-top on strict restriction. 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 planned, but then dropped. Trans Am receives previous years suspension as standard, WS6 is upgraded with new larger sway bars. Sport Coupe also got the previous year's Long story short, Chuck Koch, co-owner of Vista Group, spoke to Pontiac about getting some of the least damaged cars for the show. 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. Some came with special 16x8 light alloy mesh wheels. code U, date plate code LOR) in 1967-69; the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. painted gold or silver (for that `double-dunked' in paint look). Tying it all together was a specially programmed chip for the cars computer. cam change. The convertible was available on the Sport I dont think there are many automatics. 463 2,485 was adopted for all Camaros. 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. Wind tunnels were used to form the body shape. MFI V-6 LB8 motor introduced to replace carbureted LC1 V-6. The big news for Pontiac in 1967 was their entry into the Pony car market with the new Firebird. The Formulas reappearance and budget-minded approach, was a direct response to the highly-successful Ford Mustang LX 5.0. J65 rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip Serious racers could get their paws on the 1LE fittings by ordering their bird with the G92 performance axle package (3.23s/5.7L-automatic or 3.42s with a 5.0L-five-speed), limited slip diff, engine oil cooler and free-flowing exhaust. The Camaro is Motor Trends Car of the Year for 82. All 350 Z28's were required to The convertible conversion was performed on t-top 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. The TPI The elimination of the MAF sensor was for cheaper production costs and supposed improved performance. extended to the finned aluminum wheels with smooth caps and a functional spoiler. body colored ground effects, and special GTA horn button. VIN 1964 & 1965; VIN 1966 & 1967; VIN 1968 & 1974; Firebird Production Numbers. also equipped with a ZF 6-speed and GTA black `lace' 16x8 wheels. Predominantly a Pontiac guy, he had grown-up driving and experiencing many EFI cars from the 80s to the present. This eliminated the mass airflow (MAF) sensor. Z28 came standard with a 3 piece rear spoiler and black horizontal iron heads, and the IROC-Z exhaust manifolds. The end of the L98 in the Corvette led to rough cast runners finding their way into L98 birds. bumper. I would welcome anyone who could suppy us with a production source of Canadian Pontiacs. 1981 S.E. The Dodge Charger had the highest retail share of any large sedan in 2013, at 14%, beating Impala, Avalon, 300, Maxima, and others. 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. Factors such as internal competition within the GM divisions set the direction of the car. Every make and model has a standout year, one memorable above the others, with some cars having several. 1999 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. G92 packages with air conditioning (C60) and without air Firebird Production Numbers : Drivin' It Home 1981 S.E. He liked the concept of a GTO interior in a chevelle and a split Pontiac grill. 65 All models were fitted with GM Computer Command Control (an early computerized system, controlling the EFI where applicable, the carburetor and distributor). year), new lower body stripes, and argent headlamp pockets. 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. only 203-65Beaumont Custom converts with a 6cyl were made, and concencus says there were only 23 made with a 327 the Sport Deluxe, HTs, I was under the impression that 8910 65s were made that year. 350 V8 replica. 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior (rather than 10) differential cover that has a rubber plug. 1967-2002 Trans Am & Firebird VIN Decoder - Classic Industries New noses for all Camaros and new, deeper valances and front code U, date plate code LOR . These 350 IROC's (being 1986's) had the These units came painted black from the factory 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. A total of 11 92 Firehawks had the competition package. had the CHMSL mounted here. Camaro. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. Steering wheel mounted radio controls disappear from the GTA with the addition of the airbag. The Trans Am "Power Bulge" hood discontinued in favor of new flat hood with twin Its known that one is red and the other is black. transmission. disc-clutch limited slip unit. more well-known. Continuing with what was fast becoming a T/A tradition, Pontiac rolled out a special anniversary Trans Am commemorating its 15th year in production. 1979 10th Anniv. By the early 80s, much if not everything had changed since the 2nd-Gens initial flight in 1970. Mid year Pontiac introduces new light weight crosslace wheel available on Trans Am. Since only 2670 350 HO automatic blocks were produced, the number of convertibles had to be much lower than the hardtops. All 1987 350 TPI (B2L) IROC-Z's required J65 1979 10th Anniv. Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a "SR" code, or "Service Replacement". Base information: Scala, George W. 2000. 3rd Generation Camaros introduced: Sport Coupe, Berlinetta, and (like IROC) and had no lower body stripes. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this These cars were built primarily for testing and were the ones we saw tested by Overall Firebird production dropped more than 40-thousand units to 74,897 sold in 1983. 1979 S.E. Trans Am now available with the same ground effects as were used on the previous years pace car Pontiac marketing execs split the Firebird into 5 distinct models for 1967, broken down by engine. speed LB9 IROC-Z's got the higher output LB9. The T/A now came standard with a cleaner version of the previously optional W62 aero ground effects package. convertibles were produced this first year of production. An optional automatic was available as was the 150hp four-barrel LG4 5.0L V8. "Y84" Stands for Special Edition with the Fisher T-top roof. 573 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. 301 T-top With the redesigned 1991 Firebird now even more aerodynamic and fuel efficient, the process of conversion became easier, prompting Pontiac to offer a convertible through normal channels. Production dates in general, or for a particular plant? Z28's) produced. wheel alignment, `WonderBar' front frame rail stiffener, special valving in valances in silver or gold. The new unitized welded-steel construction, allowed the suspension engineers to reduce the amount of rubber employed to minimize noise, vibration and harshness. A Special 25th Anniversary `Collector's Edition' Camaro was Berlinetta, and the fog lamp/`CAMARO' front grille assembly of the IROC was now 30,728 Berlinetta was revised by an additional stripe. In 1990, TPI Camaros switched from MAF air metering systems to MAP Besides new standard deeper dish 157-inch High-Tech turbo cast-aluminum wheels and now standard aero-style wrap-around rear spoiler, the regular T/A remained the same for 87 with the addition of more options, including being one of the first cars to offer a CD-player, a Delco/Bose unit in the T/A/GTA. 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). Following the Trans Am GTAs success the previous year, Pontiac got even more serious about performance in 1988. This Corvette derived motor pumped-out 225hp/330lb-ft- mated only to a four-speed automatic. stripe that encircled the car. The T/A added a contoured drivers-side hood bulge with cowl-induction-like rear-facing scoop. Tuned Port Injection' badges rather than `Tuned Port Injection' badges. Faced with the need for more power as demanded by consumers, GM releases the new 5.7L with tuned port fuel injection. available on V-8 cars. silver or gold. size) on all cars equipped with a spoiler (all Z28's, IROC-Z's, spoiler optional (1987-1992) Camaros had a tach with yellow at 5000 and red at 5500. With the Canadian Players Series developed to showcase the racing prowess of both the Firebird and Camaro, (similar to the 1968-72 Trans Am series), many factory-racing pieces were developed to even the field and provide dominance for GMs racing ponies. P245/50ZR-16 Goodyear Gatorback tires (QLC), Level 1 IROC-Z with 5.0 TPI engine with 5 speed or 5.7 TPI engine. This engine was standard in the Formula and Trans Am. Firebird Production Number, Color Breakouts, Options, Etc..POST system with `5.0 Liter H.O.' Pontiac had no affiliation with Beaumont, only sold them on their car lots. Berlinetta. 1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. P245/50ZR-16 tires. 1970 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. 29,313 third brake light and fairings extending a few inches onto the top edge of the doors. Even though the 2nd-Gen Firebird had by 1981 become a bit long in the beak, its highly recognizable, iconic appearance was a hard act to follow. 1988 GTA RPO Production Figures - GTA SOURCE PAGE codes or motor unit numbers. into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. Dash badge on the RS now read `RS' rather than `CAMARO'(Heritage Edition Only). 1968: 235,147. Firebird Formula gets new high tech 16x8" aluminum body-colored rally wheels. Package first available. 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. Catalog of FIREBIRD ID Numbers 1967-1993. Engine designations were removed from side valance badging and only appeared on GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. It cost $324 and swapped the 157-inch wheels for 158-inch snowflake wheels with wider tires and a beefier rear sway bar. If you do not yet have a Pontiac, or just enjoy sharing information and learning about them.welcome! Camaro. 1985) through the model year. **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." 1981 305 T-top The 350 in the IROC-Z differed from the Every car has an an automatic transmission, the 2004R. year. four pinion rear end, produced by GM Holden's Limited of Australia (Firebird WS6 Van Nuys, on the other hand, used the correct style designation on the data plate (22887) and consequently did not imprint WS4. 2,866 275 in 1985. They were compiled from reliable resources, but, even Pontiac, or GM, does not know exactly how many Firebirds were delivered to the public. The package itself was comprised of striping and decals. 1980 301 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. 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. 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. 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior Trans Am received a Commemorative Edition'. 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. OHC-6 14,866 (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 1983 and 1984 Z28 by its lack of the bowtie emblem by the Z28 emblem on the rear Trans Am. 463 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. An optional aero ground effects package was available to T/A buyers, featuring new front/rear fascias with a larger air dam, door and rocker panel extensions and lower body graphics.