1985 Pontiac Firebird TA review from North America
"Excellent overall value for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to have the horn fixed when I first bought the car to pass inspection.
General comments?
First car was a 1985 firebird with V6, second car was 85 trans-am with 5 liter 4 barrel carburetor high output with 5 speed manual transmission. Handles better and faster than anything I've driven (I've driven an old 71 corvette before)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 HO 305 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Firebird |
| Date of Entry | 23rd July, 2004 |

