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1998 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Conv Firebird

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Pontiac Firebird 2dr Conv Firebird
Pontiac Firebird 2dr Conv Firebird
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$24,305
Base Invoice:
$22,239
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
3.8L/231 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Convertible
Drive Type:
Rear Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
19/30

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Subcompact
Engine
Engine Order Code : L36
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.8L/231
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 200 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 225 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MX0
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.06
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.63
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.70
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.29
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.42
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 690
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 105
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 13.4
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3516
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Short/Long Arm
Suspension Type - Rear : Salisbury Axle
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 46
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 36
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 1.10
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.59
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.8 x 1.27
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.9 x 1.02
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : QCB
Rear Tire Order Code : QCB
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P235/55R16
Rear Tire Size : P235/55R16
Spare Tire Size : T135/60R16
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Chrome
Rear Wheel Material : Chrome
Spare Wheel Material : - TBD -
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 14.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.28
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 40.1
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 40.6
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 101.1
Length, Overall (in) : 193.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 74.5
Height, Overall (in) : 52.7
Tread Width, Front (in) : 60.7
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 60.6
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 4.0
Liftover Height (in) : 35.1
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 12.9
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 84.0
Front Head Room (in) : 37.2
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 57.4
Front Hip Room (in) : 52.8
Second Head Room (in) : 35.3
Second Leg Room (in) : 28.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 55.8
Second Hip Room (in) : 44.4
Summary
Vehicle Name : Firebird
Body Style : 2 Door Convertible

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 19/hwy 30 (3.8L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 19/hwy 29 (3.8L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Waterborne base-coat/2-component clearcoat finish paint
Body-color soft fascia-type bumpers
Rear decklid spoiler
Body-color body-side moldings
Concealed quartz halogen headlamps
Fog lamps
Daytime running lamps
Dual blue-glass pwr sport mirrors (RH convex)
Solar-Ray tinted glass
Rear window glass
Controlled-cycle windshield wipers
Composite body panels-inc: doors, fenders, fascias, rear decklid spoiler
Extensive acoustical insulation
Extensive anti-corrosion protection
INTERIOR
Cartegena cloth reclining front bucket seats
6-way pwr driver/4-way manual front passenger seats
Folding rear seat
Full-length front console w/cupholders, aux pwr outlet, storage box
Carpeted front floor mats
Rear floor mats
Tilt steering column
Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls
Leather-wrapped gear shift lever/parking brake handle
Instrumentation-inc: electronic analog speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, voltmeter, coolant temp/oil pressure gauges
Low oil level monitor & warning
Automatic pwr door locks-inc: retained accessory pwr
Pwr windows w/driver-side express-down
Cruise control
Remote decklid release
Pass-Key II theft-deterrent system
Security pkg-inc: audible theft deterrent system, remote keyless entry
Air conditioning
Side window defoggers
Electric rear window defogger
ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc, graphic equalizer, 6-speakers-inc: digital clock, seek-up/down, search & replay, theft lock, Monsoon 500-watt amplifier
Pwr antenna
Locking glovebox w/light
Day/night rearview mirror w/reading lamps
Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
Lights-inc: ashtray, rear seat courtesy, trunk
MECHANICAL
3.8L (231) SFI V6 3800 Series II engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
3.23 rear axle ratio
Rear wheel drive
690-CCA Delco Freedom II battery
105-amp alternator
GM computer command control
Ride & handling suspension
Independent short/long arm front suspension
Salisbury axle rear suspension w/torque arm, trailing arm, track bar
Front/rear stabilizer bars
P215/60R16 touring SBR BSW tires
Compact spare tire
16" bright silver 5-spoke cast aluminum wheels
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front/rear vented disc brakes
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
15.5 gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel exhaust system
SAFETY
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver & front passenger next generation reduced-force airbags
Front/rear lap/shoulder safety belts w/rear child comfort guides
Side-guard door beams
Energy-absorbing steering column
Daytime running lamps

Options

NO OPTION KIND
SPORT APPEARANCE PKG -inc:dual outlet exhaust, specific aero appearance *Affects Color Availability* (REQ: MX0 Trans, QCB Tires) $990
3800 PERFORMANCE PKG -inc: limited slip rear differential, uplevel steering, dual outlet exhaust, P235/55R16 tires (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) $440
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN STANDARAD
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, 6-SPEAKERS -inc: auto-reverse, seek-up/down, remote CD pre-wiring, digital clock *CREDIT* STANDARAD
TRUNK-MOUNTED REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER -inc: 12-disc capacity (REQ: W59 Radio) $595
16" CHROMED ALUMINUM WHEELS $595
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARAD
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut or California w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) STANDARAD
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California, New York, Massachusetts or Connecticut Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
3.8L (231) SFI V6 3800 SERIES II ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: driver-selectable trans shift controls (normal/2nd gear start), brake/trans shift interlock, 3.08 axle ratio $815
Tires
P215/60R16 TOURING SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
P235/55R16 TOURING SBR BSW TIRES $135
Option Package
OPT PKG -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
Seat Type
CARTEGENA CLOTH RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
PRADO LEATHER RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SEATS $650
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/36,000 Miles