1986 Pontiac Firebird Reviews - Page 4 of 5

Nothing I could see ever was wrong with it. The car has always done great until I changed the engine. Then I started having problems out of it. My dad built a 1965 300hp 327 with $3500.00 invested in it and he gave it to me. So I wanted more monster power for racing. And I got it with a price of a lot of problems I never would have got if I would have left the 5.0 in it. Now my computer is'nt reading the car right because the tpi dose not match up to the air and fuel it needs to run right.

On the good points and there is a lot. The car handles better then any Ford or Dodge I ever drove. And I haven't seen a street legal Dodge or Ford to compare to it yet. Basically I love the car I have owned it for 3 yrs and I'll never part with it. I think the only car average people can afford that could outdo the trans am is the corvette.

Battery was dead due to sitting up for over two months.

Brakes are currently "squeaking."

This car looks great with and without the t-tops being taken off.

Handles exceptionally well, although the rear is a little light.

Interior was wonderfully designed and is very comfortable for a single or even married without children person.

Nothing has gone wrong with my car since I have owned it.

When I bought it though, the hood was stuck shut, a little Grease Fixed that. Also, my father slammed the trunk, which was not (!!) good for the motor that closes the trunk for you, it wouldn't open for about a week after that.

The drivers side seat is ripped, but that's not the manufactures fault.

The engine is perfect. has always started and given me the power when I needed it. It costs me about 20.00 to fill the tank.

This car is more reliable then the new cars in my driveway.

I have left my lights on, for hours, and it started like nothing was wrong.

This car will definitely outlast many of the cars from the same year.

A very cheap, good investment.

Windshield wiper tube needed to be replaced.

This car is seriously quick for a V6 it's a true sports car. The only problem with this car is that the ride is really hard. Overall it's a one of a kind car.

My dad bought this car brand new and I have had it since 1996. Absolutely nothing went wrong with this car for the first 10 years besides routine maintenance. One minor problem is the headlights tend to need replacing quite often since they are vulnerable to rocks.

Alternator had to be replaced at about 200,000kms.

Paint started to rust then peel at about 320,000kms.

Door hinges became weak, especially noticeable in the winter time around 360,000kms.

Engine tends to flutter and rev itself for a couple minutes while idling. This started around 395,000kms and nobody has been able to identify this problem.

This car is currently at 401,000kms and still running pretty well.

I cannot imagine a more well-made car than the '86 Firebird. This car has really made it over 15 years with very minor repair costs. Only now, at approaching 400,000kms, is it starting to show signs of breaking down. I definitely wish newer GM cars were made like this one.