These are standard specifications for the 1985 Pontiac Firebird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Separate body and frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 1982 - 1992 |
| Price : | $8,760-$11,115 |
| Weight : | 2860 lbs | 1297.274 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2474 cc | 151.0 cu in. | 2.5 L. |
| Power : | 92 BHP (67.712 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 132 Ft-Lbs (179 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 12 OHV (3 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Throttle-body fuel injection | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 165 HP (121.44 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Torque : | 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 190 HP (139.84 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1985 : | 519,390 |
| Total 1985 Firebird production : | 95,880 |
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 46,644 |
| SE Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 5,208 |
| Trans Am Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 44,028 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 07E088000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. |
| Remedy | HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 06E043000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR. |
| Remedy | HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1). |
| Notes | THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19810301 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 91V055000 |
| Summary | PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTER FAILS TO OPERATE AND DO NOT WORK AFTER BRAKE PAD WEAR. |
| Consequence | PARKING BRAKES WILL NOT COMPLETELY HOLD A PARKED VEHICLEWHEN PARKED ON A SLOPE, CAUSING UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY WHICH COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | REPLACE NONFUNCTIONING PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTERS. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: PARKING BRAKE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS; FIREBIRDS AND CAMAROS WITH MANUALTRANSMISSIONS AND REAR DISK BRAKES AND FIEROS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19821001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V169000 |
| Summary | DISLOCATION OF A SPRING COVER WILL NOT ALLOW THE SHOULDER BELT TO RETRACT AFTER BEING EXTENDED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: ALTHOUGH INERTIAL FEATURE THAT LOCKS THE LAP BELT AND SHOULDER BELT IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT ARE NOT AFFECTED, IF SLACK IS MORE THAN RECOMMENDED IN OWNERS MANUAL, INJURIES TO UPPER BODY AND HEAD WOULD BE INCREASED IN AN ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | INSTALL RETAINING SPRINGS ON SPRING COVER OF FRONT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR AND, WHEN REQUIRED, RETRACTORS WILL BE REPLACED. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: SHOULDER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830901 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 90V105000 |
| Summary | PLASTIC COMPONENTS OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES DO NOT CONTAIN AN ULTRA VIOLET STABILIZER, AND EXPOSURE TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT AND ELEVATED INTERIOR TEMPERATURES COULD WEAKEN THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS. |
| Consequence | THIS COULD RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF PLASTIC COMPONENTS WHICHCOULD PREVENT BUCKLE FROM LATCHING AND PROTECTING OCCUPANT IN A SUDDEN STOP ORACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | REPLACE OR REPAIR SEAT BELT BUCKLE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: SEAT BELT BUCKLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | WHEELS:HUB |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830901 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V018000 |
| Summary | THE HUB AREA OF THE WHEELS MAY NOT BE STRUCTURALLY SOUND AND THUS SUBJECT TO FRACTURE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE WHEELS COULD SEPARATE FROM THE CAR CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. |
| Remedy | INSTALL NEW FRONT AND REAR TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLIES. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS SYSTEM: WHEELS. |
Data updated January 2023
1985 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,005 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,100 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,330 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.09 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1985 Pontiac Firebird FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1985 Pontiac Firebird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1985 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird has a wheelbase size of 101.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1985 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird has a length of 189.90 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1985 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird has a width of 72.40 inches.Q: How much did the 1985 Pontiac Firebird cost when new?A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird cost approximately $8,760 to $11,115 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1985 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird was offered as a Coupe, SE Coupe, Trans Am Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1985? A: Pontiac produced 519,390 automobiles in 1985.Q: How many 1985 Firebirds were produced? A: Pontiac produced 95,880 examples of the Firebird in 1985.Q: What engines did the 1985 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2474 cc | 151.0 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 92 BHP (67.712 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 132 Ft-Lbs (179 NM) @ 2800 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 165 HP (121.44 KW) @ 4200 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 190 HP (139.84 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 3200 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1985 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1985 Pontiac Firebird had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Turbo Hydra-Matic.