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This is a 1998 Pontiac Firebird with a 3.8 liter V6 and 5-speed manual transmission. This is the very popular GM engine referred to as the "IRON DUKE". It's a 231 cubic inch V6 that is synonymous with reliability and longevity. It gets the fuel economy of a 6 cylinder, (26 mpg) and the performance of a small V8 (260 HP). The car handles well and is lots of fun to drive. All repairs done to this car since I've owned it were performed by a GM certified mechanic with GM parts. This includes new clutch and pressure plate, new oil pan gasket, valve cover gaskets,and water pump. The tires are P245/50-16 Mastercraft Avengers with the V-groove performance tread pattern and are like brand new with less than 5,000 miles. The hood is a true Pontiac Ram-Air hood from a WS-6 Trans AM as well as the rear deck lid/spoiler. these parts were professionally painted by a high reputed shop and the color match and clear-coat is a perfect match to the rest of the car. The overall condition of the body is very good with minor scuffs, scratches, and a couple small dings that are normal occurrence with a car that is 15 years old. The car has no rust and no paint peeling, chipping or cracking. It is kept garaged and covered when not driven. The interior is also very good condition. No cracks in dash, door panels, or any other plastic/vinyl parts. Seats and carpet are very nice and free of rips, tears, and burn holes. This car is not smoked in and shows minimal wear inside and out. All glass is free of cracks/chips and was professionally tinted with a lifetime warranty on window tint (not sure if the warranty transfers to a consecutive owner). The car does not have any leaks- oil drips, water leaks, and no smoke from exhaust. The battery is almost new and the car starts readily in any weather. The power windows/locks all work as well as the power trunk release. The stereo is the original Pontiac up-scale "Monsoon" with the CD player, AM/FM stereo tuner and graphic equalizer. The CD player will occasionally have trouble reading a disc. I was told the lens probably needs cleaning. The power antenna still works well up and down when you turn on the radio. The door latches work properly inside and out. The headlights are the retractable type and function perfectly up and down. The AC is currently not working. I had it charged with refrigerant and it blew cold air for a couple of days, so I know it works fine as long as it has enough refrigerant. I was told the compressor has a slow leak through a seal on the housing and it will probably need to be replaced to make it work without any future issues. The tee-tops in this car do not leak, rattle, or squeak. I know this is a problem in some cars. This Firebird is extremely nice and is very well maintained and cared for, but is in storage now more than it is driven, so it is time for someone new to drive it. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at solarbrown10@gmail.com or call me at 573-535-4255.

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This Hoonigan mechanic's twin-turbo Trans Am is wonderful

Thu, Mar 24 2016

What do you drive when you work on rally machines for a living? Probably a Subaru WRX, and that's what Gregg Hamilton had for a while until working on his car felt too much like his day job. So when he moved from New Zealand to the US to work for Ken Block (with a few stops along the way) he bought something entirely different. This is Gregg's 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. It's a throwback to another time, but it's anything but stock. It has that magic combination of a big V8 with a manual transmission and rear drive, just like the tin-top racers Gregg watched in his Kiwi youth. He bought it sight unseen from its previous owner in Alabama, and has been tinkering with it ever since. There's something about the flared wheel arches and the classic Firebird gold-striped black livery that has us smitten. Scope out the six-minute clip above from Petrolicious and see if you don't fall for Gregg's Pontiac as well.

GM recalling 778,000 Cobalts and G5s, six deaths reported

Thu, 13 Feb 2014

General Motors has announced that it will be recalling 778,562 compact cars after six people were killed in accidents, partially due to the airbags' failure to deploy. An issue with the ignition switch is causing the airbag issues, as well as causing the engine and other components to shut off without warning. The recall covers the 2005 to 2007 model year Chevrolet Cobalt and 2007 Pontiac G5. (Note that the Cobalt pictured above is a 2009 model.)
According to a report from Automotive News, a number of factors can cause the ignition to switch out of the run position, including weights on the key ring, rough or bumpy roads or other "jarring" events. Any of these situations could lead to some vehicle components not functioning properly.
There have been five fatal front-impact crashes that took the lives of six people, although as a GM spokesman noted, all five of the crashes happened off road and at high speed. In each of these cases, though, the lack of airbags wasn't the only lethal factor - alcohol and failure to wear a seat belt also played a role. Outside of the fatal accidents, there have been 17 other crashes where airbags didn't deploy. It's unclear if any of these crashes were caused by the engine shutting off.

CNN chronicles young girl building Pontiac Fiero

Fri, 26 Oct 2012

At fourteen years of age, Kathryn DiMaria has already done what many self-proclaimed gearheads won't even attempt in their lifetimes. The Dearborn, Michigan teen is rebuilding a car from the ground up.
The intrepid youngster asked her parents when she was just twelve to start a Pontiac Fiero project, even offering to pony up all the funds herself. Father, Jerry DiMaria only expected the project to last a few months, but two years later, Kathryn is still at it. In this CNN video, the two are at Maker Faire (a DIY festival) rebuilding a 3.4-liter V6 engine out of a Chevrolet Camaro to replace the 2.8-liter mill found in the Fiero.
The whole family hast pitched in, with Kathryn's mother teaching her how to sew in order to complete the interior, father Jerry providing much of the technical know-how, and even her sister is chronicling Kathryn's progress through photos. Jerry even started a thread in a Fiero forum which has been live for two years and is now 22 pages long. Of the project, one forum member wrote, "welcome to the madness."

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