1984 Pontiac Firebird review from North America
"I like the way it feels, looks and handles"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel pump failed at 85000 miles and again at 245000 miles.
Replaced the radiator at 200000 miles.
Water pump failed at 210000 miles.
Replaced the brake rotors at 240000 miles.
Installed a new starter at 190000 miles.
I have replaced the alternator three times since I have owned the car.
The clutch has been replaced twice, once at 120000 and again at 210000 miles.
Power steering pump went out at 210000 miles.
Oil sending unit failed at 170000 miles.
General comments?
The car handles so well that it has gotten me out of trouble several times.
Since I drive 50 miles round trip to work every day, the 28 miles per gallon I get out of the 2.8 is a great benefit.
This is the best car that I have ever owned and can't believe the service that I have gotten out of it.
It has been very economical to maintain and drive.
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| Excellent first car and daily driver |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 V-6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 62000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 270000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac DeVille |
| Date of Entry | 17th December, 2001 |