1986 Pontiac Firebird review from North America
"A sporty gem, this one's a triumph during warmer weather"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I purchased the car the odometer and speedometer were not functioning. Therefore it remains at 130,000 miles.
The headlight motor blew out, so the lids are constantly up.
There is a tear in the driver seat. Otherwise, I find them to be quite comfortable, and all of the other seats have proven durable.
The hydraulic motors to hold up the trunk and hood do not work.
The heater is broken, however because of the temperature at which the engine runs I can heat up the inside of the car rather quickly by setting the air controls at vent.
My most recent discouragement involves a leak in the the fuel filter and lines, being the original, are made of steel.
General comments?
This is a great car, when in good condition, especially for a single person or couple. The front seats are spacious, however the back is cramped.
Also, trunk space is limited.
The rear end is light, so good tires are crucial for superior handling.
The smaller aforementioned imperfections, like the headlights, can be considered an inconvenience, but do not affect the overall appeal of this car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2003 |