Classic Firebird Parts

Firebird has been Pontiac's performance showcase for years. The first generation Firebird was developed at the last minute by Pontiac, they could only change a few areas for the Firebird's identity. This was basically limited to the grill, hood, and rear end treatment.

 

Drive trains were pretty much straight out of the A-body (GTO, LeMans) cars with the notable exception being a hamstrung carb limiting the horsepower of the top of the line motors. For '67 and '68 the performance models were simply "400s". There was a new choice with the arrival of Trans Am in 1969.

 

With the creation of the second generation, the overall appearance of the Camaro/Firebird was greatly influenced by Pontiac's stylists. It has unique body sculpture lines creating a smoother less angular look than that of the second Camaro.

GM revised one of the most successful designs ever when they debuted the '82 F-bodies with emphasis on efficiency. The drag coefficient for the new Firebird was one of the best of any car. Engine choices were fewer than Pontiac enthusiasts were used to and geared toward fuel economy. The styling theme of the redesign was the aircraft. This is apparent in the smooth flowing parts of the body and the appearance of the dash with its large round gauges. It was during this generation's reign that performance returned. The 350 Corvette motor found its way under the hood and newer technologies provided good performance while maintaining credible fuel economy.

 

The fourth generation Firebird has structural rigidity and a manual transmission option on the performance motor. It's hard to beat the combination of performance, comfort, and style that the new Firebirds deliver. Even the "base" V-6 beats the horsepower rating of many of the previous Trans Ams.

 

Classic Firebird parts are on sale at various stores like Pre-Assembled Firebird Console Gauge Kit, Die Cast Fiber Grille Insert, F- body Firebird Radiator Support and a whole lot more.