1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am review from North America
"Best car I've ever owned, period"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Tear in the driver's seat.
Had to have the fuel system cleaned out due to excessive hydrocarbons.
Air conditioning compressor is out (probably won't replace it...that's what t-tops are for!).
Needs a paint job, which I am about to have done.
General comments?
This car is surprisingly quick off the line and doesn't let up.
The handling is superb!
Among everything I have ever owned (and most of what I've seen/driven), this Trans Am is unsurpassed in looks and performance.
I have owned this car now for 10 months, and have yet to have a single mechanical problem with it. It starts up every morning on the first turn of the key.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0L 305 4bbl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 121000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 128000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Thunderbird |
| Date of Entry | 10th June, 2002 |