A set of aerodynamically profiled door mirrors and a wing on the trunk enhanced the car's aggressive look. Last but not least, the headlights featured two lamps on each side instead of one as on the rest of the Firebirds. Its bumper was still V-shaped as in the 1997 model but incorporated a pair of wide fog lights placed closer to the car's center. Thus, it removed the exhaust vents and tracked more air into the air filter installed just under the nostrils-looking air-intakes. The main difference was that the carmaker installed a new hood with two bulges opened at the front. It competed against its sibling, the Camaro, and the Mustang, but its pop-up headlights were different, which attracted the customers who were teenagers in the '80s ![]() It was a sports car, but not as harsh or expensive as a Corvette. In 2000, the Pontiac was still riding the high tides, and its cars were selling well, especially the Firebird. Pontiac was eager to get a better engine for its TransAm Firebird, and it made the RamAir version, which looked wild, and then the carmaker made a convertible out of it. full description and technical specifications ![]() Under the hood, Pontiac installed a 3.8-liter V6 engine for those who didn't really care about performance, while those eager to hit the gas on a drag strip were granted a V8 powerplant. Yet, Pontiac still insisted on installing a bench in the back, which proved to be very useful for a sports bag or a backpack. But, just like the non-facelifted version, it didn't provide enough room for rear passengers. The Firebird featured high-bolstered bucket seats that supported the passengers during high-cornering maneuvers. A set of aerodynamically profiled door mirrors and a wing on the trunk completed the car's aggressive look. Another major improvement was the V-shaped bumper, which incorporated a pair of foglights mounted closer to the car's center, not on the outer sides. Moreover, it removed the exhaust vents, and that led to a better airflow into the engine compartment and especially to the air filter installed on top of the engine. Unlike the blue-oval contender, Pontiac bragged about its pop-up headlights, even though those were outdated for almost two decades.įor the last refresh, the carmaker installed a revised hood with two bulges that opened at the front with a pair of nostrils-looking air-intakes. Its main competitor from outside GM was the Mustang. It was considered a sports car, and while it lacked the same performances as a Corvette, it was lower priced than it. While it was still a competitive car on the market, it was overshadowed by its Camaro sibling. L: Built in Los Angeles, California, U.S.A.ġ37936: Fisher Body unit number, no relation to VINġ9L: "Starlight Black" exterior lower body colorġ9U: "Starlight Black" exterior upper body colorIn 2000, Pontiac released the last sequel o its Firebird, and, even though it wasn't a new vehicle, it was an important refresh. L: Los Angeles (Van Nuys), California GM Assembly Plant, U.S.A.ġ43022: Serial number 43,022 1980 GM vehicle built at Los Angeles AssemblyĠ3B: Production date in the 2nd week of March, 1980ĢFS87: Pontiac Firebird 2-door "Sport Coupe" As previously mentioned, this Trans-Am comes with tons of documentation, including the original window sticker, the build sheet, warranty information, original EPA information, and more! This 1980 Pontiac runs and drives like a dream, so don't let it pass you by! We'd love to see you drive it away. Options on this '80 Trans-Am include a shaker hood, power steering, power brakes, ice-cold A/C, tinted windows, a Kenwood AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo system, newer speakers, dual-sport mirrors, a remote driver's mirror, rear window louvers, a tilt steering wheel, factory gauges, a factory tachometer, an original working clock, and a sweet-sounding dual exhaust system. The interior is just as nice, featuring comfy red cloth bucket seats and a center console. The body of this car is rock-solid, and the frame, floors and trunk are in great shape. ![]() The exterior "Starlight Black" paint has been buffed out to a brilliant shine, and it looks great paired with the red/orange Trans-Am decals marking the hood, sides, and rear. That V8 is backed up by a 3-speed automatic transmission, which shifts very nicely. Powered by a 4.9L (301 C.I.) Pontiac V8 and breathing through a 4-barrel carburetor, this Trans-Am makes for one smooth cruiser. ![]() This here is one well-documented Firebird! This 1980 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am is beautiful, featuring a correct paint scheme and spectacular decals.
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