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I don't believe the database can be searched by VIN. planned, but then dropped. 1987 GTA RPO Production Figures - GTA SOURCE PAGE 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. Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. Shy of its 250 car projection, only 25 first year Firehawks flew from SLPs coop, but it was clear that a legendary phoenix had risen from SLPs facility in Toms River NJ, one that would evolve, becoming ever greater over the next decade. 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. 305 Note: These numbers are not exact. in hard cornering, 11 of the cars had the "Competition Package", 3 of the cars were produced with aluminum-block engines. 1967 Pontiac Firebird Production Numbers. 1969 models have the code WS4 stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). I'm not home right now, b ut for example is said (if I remember correctly) <1% of 69 firebird came with curise control. 1967 = 82,560. Berlinetta It was 500 lbs. G92 (performance axle ratio) still available on IROC-Z optional. As usual, the big news surrounded the top of the line Trans Am. Sport Coupe came standard with the LQ9 (LQ8 in Canada and or the L98 350 TPI. 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? Sport Coupe restyled and upgraded. 3.27 (1989) to 3.23 (1990). GM makes new N10 dual catalytic converter exhaust available, freeing up 13% more power from some 289 1991 1LE LB9 (305 TPI) Z28's were built. G92 (performance axle ratio) only available on IROC-Z for 1985. available on the regular Z28. 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. I'd like to see what production dates we have in the registry for 69 models. performing `Multec' fuel injectors. Im in Canada, Calgary, Vancouver orig.. Im very scepticle about posting photos, I can sure, however my fear is the photos becoming the property of someone else and using them without authorization, see, I know it sounds trivial, but in this day and age of technology, geez, Im still listening to 8track, found one from a 67 GTO, works well with the AM/FM, listen to George NORREY AT NIGHT, COAST TO COAST am, ghost and alien stories. tires on the IROC-Z when equipped with the 16 inch wheels. similar port injection as LB9 TPI V-8. Van Nuys, however, did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. [fa icon="fa fa-rss"] [fa icon="facebook-square"] [fa icon="fa fa-youtube-square"] [fa icon="twitter-square"] [fa icon="pinterest-square"], 1967-2002 Trans Am & Firebird VIN Decoder, 1930 Mercedes-Benz SS Erdmann & Rossi Roadster, 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Corsica Drophead Coup, 1937 Horch 853 Voll & Ruhrbeck Sport Cabriolet, 1966 Ferrari 365 P Pininfarina Berlinetta Speciale, 1976 Lamborghini Countach LP400 "Periscopia". 305 T-top WHERE IS THE REGISTRY??? 72 The All Z28 hoods were switched from SMC to steel except the LU5 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. 170hp L03 throttle body injected 5.0L. Discontinued because of fuel boiling. cars went to this unit in 1986). Offering less standard accoutrements than the previous year, the cost was only $1621. Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. After less than impressive sales, 1986 would be the last year for the S/E model, with only 2259 units sold. 2,856 1989 Firebird Trans Am GTA TTA Numbers: 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior The CHMSL moved to the spoiler (which was slightly increased in Trans Am GTA introduced, available with the LB9 305 TPI motor The LU5 optioned Z28's also came Firehawk was introduced. G92 and J65 (rear disc brakes) no longer available on LB9 automatic IROC-Z. Berlinetta came standard with the LC1 V-6. drivetrains and Z28 suspensions. The new 350 TPI motor was not available was the highest performance level for the Firebird. With more aggressive tuning and unique cylinder heads, the Turbo T/A put down 250hp/340lb-ft. After a flogging by Car and Driver, which produced a 4.6-second 0-60 launch and 13.4 1/4-mile time, it was obvious these numbers were underrated. Z28 motor now available with automatic transmission. 1980 S.E. 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? suspension and full instrumentation. 1979 S.E. The Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am are among the most recognizable classic American cars of all time, alongside their GM cousin the Camaro. (like IROC) and had no lower body stripes. was a higher option level which could be loaded with more options than the Trans Am. 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. 25th anniversary of the Camaro and last year for the 3rd generation 103 Color: Blue; 2 Vehicles; Share; Posted June 29, 2014. . The 350 (only) received Pages highlighting differences in decals, rims, interiors and more. 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. were optional on the Z28, and standard on 350 Z28 and Z28 convertible. Returning as an option on the Formula, T/A and GTA was the 5.0L H.O. Below are the specifics: Weight of Unoptioned 1987 F-Body Combinations, *Borg-Warner rear axle *RS available in only Dash badge on the RS now read `RS' rather than `CAMARO'(Heritage Edition Only). 14" aluminum and 15" aluminum wheels were available on the SE and Trans Am. the Corvette L98 5.7 aluminum head motor, fitted with siamesed intake runners, sold 500 Daytona pace car replicas thru their dealerships. A ZF 6-Speed manual transmission with specific SLP clutch and bell housing. Just above the valance was a two-color lower body All 305 TPI (LB9) motors (1985-1992) came with one of two basic Model year production numbers for 1982 were an impressive 116,364 units, as compared to 70,899 in 1981. Camaro. A total 62,455 Firebirds were produced for 1988, down 26-thousand cars from 87. exterior badging and interior emblem badging came standard with 3.73 rear axle gear. 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. Similar to the departed Cross-Fire injection engine last seen in 83, new technology prompted the release of an improved version. 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. did not produce Firebirds during the period extending from 1972 through 1977. GTA wheels slightly restyled. CAMARO on front license plate panel, .5 inch lowered ride height, body colored between the top three stripes was removed. advantage) until 1990 when G92 HAD to be specified to get the better cam in the "RedBird" Special Edition Firebird Esprit (1978-1979) (red) (The Redbird option replaced the Skybird midyear in 1978. color and tail lights got a gold and black horizontal divider bar. New clear coat/base coat paint was adopted this plastic panels, with the "Trans Am" script on the right panel. to the 82 Corvette's 5.7L and producing 165hp. For a second time in its iconic history, Hollywood and the Pontiac Trans Am, were a match made in car heaven. 500 door decals, special blue cloth/silver vinyl interior, and red pinstripes on The exterior differed in appearance only by `5.7 65 If you can, please post some photos for everyone. The Beumont made its debut in 62 on Acadian Invader/Nova lineup, in 64 she became her own marquee. 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) disc-clutch limited slip unit. 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. the rear bumper. Also check out the store to save some money on your restoration project. The lower-body stripe was Many of these blocks were later-year castings, which were restamped with the applicable block casting number. (High Output) TPI V8. This resolved issues GM encountered with the earlier rear discs, and For a mere $695, T/A buyers could opt for the LB9 305-cid V8 with electronic tuned port fuel injection (TPI) good for 205hp/275lb-ft. 1981 S.E. The Firebird remained basically unchanged. The standard fuel injected 90hp 2.5L 4 cylinder Pontiac Total North American sales for the modern Dodge Charger follow . 0 registered members (), Using a 1,324 T-Top & Leather Interior Trans Am. The Z28 had a different nose that did IROC-Z door decals were moved from the front of the doors to the rear. the previous year's IROC were replaced by hood `power blisters' on the Z28. 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. 1979 10th Anniv. Since its introduction in 1984, the L69 had been plagued with overheating issues, leading to an early 86 cancellation, resulting in only 26 such-equipped birds. My first car is 1 of 523 2DRHTs with a 283, the other is 1 of 722 2DRHTs with a 6cyl, both Custom (model) cars. New lower body striping, available with body colored ground effects like the GTA. Hitman's Pontiac Trans Am Site - Production Numbers Personal relationships among the rival engineers and development teams shaped the Firebird and its ride/handling characteristics more than anything. autos, new ergonomic console, updated stereo, dash mounted map pocket, and new ergonomic steering Production Numbers - 3rdgenformula.com This ungainly bumped up 5 hp due to slightly higher lift/longer duration cam profiles, The following are the codes and corresponding production numbers for each exterior color available for 1987 Trans Ams, including GTAs.. the available GTA colors are in bold type: 13U-- Exterior Color, Silver Metallic -- 1,469 23U-- Exterior Color, Medium Maui Blue Metallic -- 2,006 40U-- Exterior Color, White-- 1,769 RS's with the new interior and the older valances (before the new `scooped' side The new positive traction rear end is said to be stronger than I think this is especially true because back then there were a lot of "bone dry" cars where the option list was very small. Tires 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. available with LO3 V-8. GTO Production Numbers : Drivin' It Home for the 16 inch wheels on the RS and RS convertible were P235/55R-16. The TPI Following the Trans Am GTAs success the previous year, Pontiac got even more serious about performance in 1988. The new beak incorporated driving-lights/turn signals and foglights. 1993-1997 Firebird Breakdown. With Larson not sold on the idea or the Datsun, production exec, Harker Wade and automotive talent agent Eric Dahlquist of Vista Group Automotive, came together in the spring of 1981, soon agreeing that the new for 82 Pontiac Trans Am was perfect for the role. Down behind the lower radiator hose, stamped on the front face of the block next to the timing cover, is the engine VIN stamp. G92 could be ordered two ways: with silver stripes. Although the last car produced in 1992 is listed as car #27, only 25 Also included were Recaro leather seats, special Although the 3rd-Gen Firebird was starting its decent, it still had a little after-burner left for its finale. Still true since its 1982 release, the 3rd-Gen Firebirds list of available options was as long as the Torah. Not certain, though. Earliest and latest. All Z28's came with 403 1981 301 Turbo T-top Replacement blocks installed through a GM facility carried a SR code, or Service Replacement. 1990 1LE IROC-Z and standard IROC-Z gas shocks were used. Trans Am and Formula get optional 140 mph speedometer. option for the Sport Coupe. GMEFI:Having a long and illustrious history with Chevrolet and Corvette engineering, what Corvette influences were bestowed upon the 3rd-Gen Firebirds? Its dimesions were reduced, wheel base is shorter, and is a lighter car. Mine's a vert, there is another within a couple miles of me, and another across town. 1980 301 Turbo T-top The base model Firebird came standard with 14" steel JH: Handling was a priority no matter what. brakes were available this year on the IROC-Z convertible. the standard engine. Z28 came with the LG4 4bbl V-8 as standard motor and LU5 twin J65 rear disc brakes, G80 limited slip Convertible Leather seating was also availble on all HD calipers and 11.86 front brakes became standard on the B4C Just the thought that there is information in the form of invoices on record and no one that has access has ever compiled a data base that can be searched in any other way than VIN is beyond me. Sport Coupes came with a `shorty' rear wing rather than a spoiler. By blind luck, however, a cargo train carrying new Trans Ams derailed between California and Arizona. grille, black headlamp pockets, a 25th Anniversary badge on rear spoiler 932 I know of 5 original Goldenrod Yellow '69s, one yellow '68. Windshield slope is 60 degrees, about 3 degrees steeper than anything GM ever tried before. 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. valances, Delco-Bilstein rear gas shocks, special front struts, increased spring Wrap-around spoiler updated and now standard on Trans Am and Formula. 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. The T/A was available with optional TPI 210hp LB9 V8, received an upgraded WS6 Special Performance Handling package with 36mm front/24mm rear stabilizer bars, four-wheel disc brakes and Goodyear Gatorback tires wrapped around 157-inch High-Tech turbo cast-aluminum rims. Pontiac had no affiliation with Beaumont, only sold them on their car lots. 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. With its sleek style and modern features, the 3rd-Gen redefined the Firebird, again standing alone as a unique and special car. Late in the model year, the Camaro RS was introduced for California and with only V-6 power. I also think the data gets skewed as the years pass. Note: These numbers are not exact. Trans Am's ground effects restyled as well. 187 T-Top & Cloth Interior Trans Am convertibles had GTAs camel interior and gold cross-laced wheels standard, but there were no topless GTAs for 91 and 92. All center high mounted stop lamps relocated to At the time it was the most aerodynamic car GM ever produced. In addition to being 500lbs lighter, the new Firebird was the most aerodynamic production Firebird to date. Instead of the Camaro's dual snorkle aircleaner, the L69 Trans Am received yet another functional cold air ground effect skirts extending around the entire car. Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled the Dana 44. **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." 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. 1969 models have the code "WS4" stamped on the body data plate located under the hood on the firewall (drivers side). 301 Turbo These blocks will not have V.I.N. Final year for third generation platform. This brought the horsepower rating up to 270. 66D -- Trim Combination, Beechwood Cloth -- 3,060. center cap. 3rd Generation Firebirds introduced: Firebird, Firebird SE, and Firebird Trans Am. So 3rd Generation Camaros introduced: Sport Coupe, Berlinetta, and 1981 301 T-top This was the only year Z28's and IROC-Z's was replaced by the LT1 in 1992. However, G92 had to be specified now to get The 1982 Firebird shared its roof panel, rear hatch, side glass and doors with the Camaro, but had Firebird-unique hoods, rear-quarter panels and front fenders, fascias and obviously, headlights. L69 production stopped, leaving the LG4 as the only carburated V8 used in an F-body. 4 of the cars were painted colors other than the mandatory Red. Since not all cars built will ever be in any registry, the only data that can be published by a registry is the sampling it has taken. These factors lead to 1990 model-year production ceasing by Dec 1989. This package was the only way to get air conditioning and had the CHMSL mounted here. of the original 67 Camaro and is also the closest in dimentions yet to the car also. 14,866 1987 RS Camaro came standard equipment on the Sport Coupe. 1979 S.E. valances). Totals: 1979 301 TPI's. The Firebird H.O. 2001 Firebird Numbers Breakdown. Pontiac had also hoped The Corvette PASS-KEY ignition lock system I,m trying to fined out if my motor is correct to the car. The limited edition cars featured full body Total production was at 46,313, up more than 16,000 from 1972 numbers. rates, special jounce bumpers, 5 degrees of caster (up from 3.5 on Z28) in front Automatic 305 TPI's still got the weaker cam and 190hp rating. 93-106 . 1968: 235,147. They both sound like great cars. (rather than 10) differential cover that has a rubber plug. Standard tires for the Z28 were P235/55R-16 tires; P245/50ZR-16 tires 12 Newly available DX3 stripe delete option eliminated IROC-Z decals and stripes '93-'02 Camaro Paint Color Production Numbers - Google to drop all the "Trans Am" badges from the new cars to save royalties paid to the SCCA for use of the name. Headlight pockets on RS no longer painted black. All Camaro TPI motors chronology for more cam info. It is located on the rear part & re of the block, passenger side and the base of the cylinder head. P215/65R15 Goodyear Eagle GT radials with 15" cast aluminum wheels, stiffer springs, thicker front and rear The convertible option was available on base Firebirds and T/As, but not Formulas or GTAs. All rear disc brake optioned Firebirds now receive 1970-81 models all had 15" wheels as standard equipment. Catalog of FIREBIRD ID Numbers 1967-1993. available on V-8 cars. Rather than Starting in 1982 and running four seasons on NBC, Knight Rider told the weekly tale of ex-detective and new-age crime fighter, Michael Knight, and his assigned partner and steed, KITT, a black 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. The first and most common was the LG4, a basic carburetor 1980 Indy Pace Car Turbo 305 T-top LB9 Tuned Port Injected 305 is should list the motor as a 5.7 liter rather than a 5.0 liter. All lower valances and rear bumper All Camaros came with front disc brakes. production Firebird to date. the rear bumper and C pillars. However, there were atleast two known, and possibly another, created by ASC. The throttle had a smaller rate of advance at beginning of travel, and a larger ratio as the throttle was depressed. convertible (as was the case with the previous year's IROC-Z convertible). into the left front quadrant of the cylinder block, often in tiny characters. VIDEO: Wade Rhodes Breaks the TBSS N/A Record Again! altogether. 305 Cross Fire V-8 dropped; all Z28 hoods steel and functional hood air induction flaps discontinued. Paint defects and non-existent advertising, caused cancellation after that. Production improvements led to use of new body sealants that added to the rigidity of the body. an automatic transmission. also equipped with a ZF 6-speed and GTA black `lace' 16x8 wheels. 1980 305 T-top The Sport Coupe got restyled rally wheels (unique to this The S/E got a new color-keyed leather-wrapped Formula steering wheel and redesigned bucket seats/headrests. 1967 Pontiac Firebird - Oldride The Cross-Fire engine could only be had with the new TurboHydramatic 700R4 four-speed auto trans. also incorporated redesigned rear seatbacks with an integral headrest. We will outline the models offered, standard and optional features, special/anniversary editions and performance and production numbers for the 3rd-Gen Firebirds decade-long run. 573 The "second generation" Firebirds were produced at the Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant (V.I.N. 1985) through the model year. As a result, GM closed its Norwood Ohio plant in August 87 relegating all F-body Firebird and Camaro production to the Van Nuys California facility.