2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6

Summary:

Beauty and performance not seen almost anywhere else

Faults:

The only thing so far to have gone wrong with my car was there was a slight rattle on the door. I took it in to get it fixed and they said it was taken care of, alas I still heard a rattle. So I opened the door panel myself and found some small plastic part that looks like it fell in there.

That one little thing though bothers me, as I wonder if the dealership WILL actually do the jobs they have to do. But other then that the car is beautiful (NOTE to Pontiac dealerships, this is the first American car I have ever bought, as all my other cars were either German or Japanese. Those cars were dreams and the dealerships took great care of me. Do not make me feel I made a mistake in buying an American car).

General Comments:

I love this car as I fell in love with it when I first saw it at an intersection. I had to have it. This is my first Pontiac (and first American car) and I am very happy with it.

I love the acceleration and the handling is crisp. This car really attracts attention, as when I park it I have people come over to look at it and ask me questions. I just hope Pontiac changes its mind about getting rid of this lineup, as this is the only car they have that I would even consider buying.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd April, 2001

29th Apr 2004, 13:48

I recently purchased a used 2001 Trans-AM WS6. I love it in every way, except for one minor distraction. When I look out the front center of the windshield (just below the rear view mirror), the view is a little distorted. Looking out straight ahead, the view is fine.

I wonder if this is because the front windshield is so raked and curved or if I have a defective windshield (although I never heard of this kind of defect). Has anyone else had or heard of this condition?

11th Jun 2010, 18:28

Hi, I hate to tell you, but the Trans Am is not an American car, it was built in Quebec Canada, sorry!!!

13th Jun 2010, 07:28

Hi, I hate to tell you, but Pontiac is (or, rather, was) an American brand, which makes the Firebird in all versions an American car, despite the location of the factory.

In reply to 11th Jun 2010, 18:28

14th Jun 2010, 09:42

Last I checked, Canada was in America. It's still a domestic U.S. car even though it is built elsewhere. You might as well say the Honda Accord is a domestic car as they are built in Ohio.

2001 Pontiac Firebird WS6 5.7

Summary:

It's a racing gem!!!

Faults:

Nothing at all has gone wrong with the car... knock on wood.

General Comments:

If you're looking for speed then this car is your dream!

I fell in love with it right when I saw the raised nostrils on the hood! And after I test drove it there was no way I could just get a T/A!

I should of gotten the stick, but the gears were a little too sticky compared to what I was used to. But it's still fast and no one Mustang has raced me yet!

The only things that I could really complain about is that it does ride rough and the traction control pops on when you least expect it, but that can be turned off.

Also, the car is still made with the old school steel, which keeps it heavy. But sometimes that can be a bad thing or a good thing.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 8th March, 2001

25th Jan 2006, 22:50

Plastic?! I think fiberglass right.

2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 5.7 LS-1

Summary:

A true modern muscle car!

Faults:

The only problem is a flawed paint job. Apparently something was spilled on the car that was caustic in transit. The dealer did a fair job of repairing (hiding) the damage, but not good enough for me. They are going to fix it (or so they say), we shall see.

General Comments:

This is our first brand new car. The only reason I bought one new, is because these cars in the wrong hands can be a mess to purchase used. Also I thought if this is the last year for the F-body, we may have an instant classic on our hands ;-)

The power is fantastic. You can't help but grin goofily when driving this wonderful sports (and I do mean sports) car. I love it, and the 6-speed is great for gas mileage (almost 30 for a 310 HP car!)

You will love it!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 28th January, 2001

8th Mar 2001, 13:31

I own a 2001 WS6 and I know exactly what you mean... I can't help but to smirk at the people who think they own a sport car... but don't even know how to drive it!

~Malibu.

23rd Mar 2001, 17:50

I agree with you whole heartedly that this is the best car on the market if you want performance and a good price. But there is something I must clarify, the Firebird will be discontinued in 2001 but they will sell them into the model year 2002 as 2002 cars. In a sense they are and are not the last year avail. I am one of the lucky few to own a T/A WS6 and I think its Pontiacs best way to compensate for not having a Corvette model!

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