1985 Pontiac Firebird

Pontiac introduced the Firebird in 1967 as a pony car built to compete with the Ford Mustang and its sibling, the Mercury Cougar. Along with its February 23rd, 1967 introduction, the Pontiac Firebird was joined by its GM's Chevrolet division platform-sharing Camaro. Production of the Firebird lasted until the 2002 model year. The third generation was introduced in 1982 and its basic style would continue through 1992, with styling revisions along the way.

Both the third-generation Firebird and Camaro F-body development saw a reduction in weight (of about 500 pounds) to aid in fuel economy figures and increases in acceleration performance. The four-cylinder Firebird delivered 34 miles per U.S. gallon and was complimented by numerous improvements performed to the chassis, aerodynamics, and advanced engine technology.

The windshields of both the Firebird and Camaro were sloped at a 62-degree angle, and the large glass hatchback required no metal structure to support it. The concealed pop-up headlights were a 'first' on the F-Body cars, and one of the major distinguishable features between the Firebird and the Camaro.

Through the use of extensive wind tunnel testing, the F-Body was the most aerodynamic product GM had ever sold. Wind-cheating elements included a functional rear spoiler, a sloped windshield, a wind-cutting front end, and finned aluminum wheels with smooth hubcaps.

The 1985 Pontiac Firebird Coupe was available as a base, SE, and Trans AM model. A total of 46,644 examples of the base, 5,208 of the SE, and 44,028 of the Trans Am were built. The base model sold for $8,760, while the Trans Am model was listed for $11,110. The base engine was a fuel-injected 173 cubic-inch V6 delivering 130 horsepower. The Trans Am model cam with a 5-liter V8 rated at 165 horsepower. An optional high-output version of the 305 CID V8 was available on the Trans Am models, offering nearly 200 horsepower.

The appearance of the Firebird was similar to the prior year; the Trans Am had a new aero-tuned rocker and quarter panel extensions, a new hood with twin louvers near the front, and built-in fog lamps. New options this year included diamond spoke wheels.

The Firebird had a standard five-speed manual gearbox. A three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic and a four-speed overdrive automatic were also available.


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The Pontiac Firebird

The Pontiac Firebird

Through good times and bad, the Pontiac Firebird was at the forefront of Americas muscle car generation. Introduced in 1967 and following through to 2002 shows just how successful its reign was.1st Generation (1967-69)Some refer to this as the coke bottle years, due to its body style. The bumpers were designed into the front end and the rear had slit taillights. Until 1969,....
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The Pontiac Firebird

Pontiac was tired of viewing from the sidelines, while Ford introduced the Mustang, and Chevy brought out the Camaro, so in midst of 1967 Pontiac finally jumped in the ring with the all new Firebird. Available with either six or eight cylinder engines, the Firebird was based heavily on the Camaro chassis, though Pontiac did attempt to make it their own. The Camaro featured a styled split front grille,....
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1985 Pontiac Firebird Vehicle Profiles

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Performance and Specification Comparison

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1985 Firebird
$11,115-$162,500
1985 Pontiac Firebird Price Range: $8,760 - $11,115

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Other 1985 Pontiac Models
$8,490 - $11,790
$9,570 - $10,750

Firebird Third generation

Specification Comparison by Year

Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
116,362
60.70 in.
4 cyl., 151.00 CID., 90.00hp
6 cyl., 173.00 CID., 112.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 145.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 165.00hp
$8,000 - $9,660
74,884
101.00 in.
4 cyl., 151.00 CID., 90.00hp
6 cyl., 173.00 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 150.00hp
$8,400 - $10,400
65,683
101.00 in.
4 cyl., 151.00 CID., 92.00hp
6 cyl., 173.00 CID., 112.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
$10,650 - $10,700
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
95,880
101.00 in.
4 cyl., 151.00 CID., 92.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 165.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
$8,760 - $11,115
110,463
101.00 in.
4 cyl., 151.00 CID., 92.00hp
6 cyl., 181.00 CID., 125.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 155.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
$9,280 - $12,400
80,439
101.00 in.
6 cyl., 173.00 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 155.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 165.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 210.00hp
$10,360 - $10,360
62,455
101.00 in.
6 cyl., 189.00 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 170.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 215.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 225.00hp
$11,000 - $19,300
64,406
101.00 in.
6 cyl., 173.00 CID., 135.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 170.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 190.00hp
8 cyl., 305.00 CID., 225.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 235.00hp
6 cyl., 231.00 CID., 250.00hp
$12,000 - $16,000

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