The Firebird Trans Am GT is equipped with a General Motors 5.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Chevrolet engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Pontiac.

The Firebird uses power-assisted brakes, with 2-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Firebird Trans Am GT Statistics

The dimensions of the Firebird Trans Am GT are 74.50 inches wide by 195.60 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Firebird is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

The listed retail price in 1994 (MSRP) was $14,349, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1994 Firebird is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.50 gallons.

The Firebird Trans Am GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty eight when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

In Summary

The 1993 model began the promise of the Pontiac Firebird. The 1994 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Pontiac hopes that the Firebird Trans Am GT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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