Vehicle Description
1992 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible
"This is the final year of the familiar F-body style that has
served Camaros and Firebirds since 1982. The fact that the
appearance remains contemporary despite being essentially unchanged
since its introduction all those years ago is testimony to the
timelessness of its design. The 1969 Trans Am was one of the best
handling domestic cars in its day, and the 1992 version carries on
that tradition well. Tire and suspension technologies have moved
ahead by light years over what they were when the T/A model
appeared, and the latest version is a flat handling, tail out,
corner carving champ, capable of 0.87g in lateral acceleration."
Road and Track, 1992
For consignment, a 1992 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am convertible in
classic green and tan combination and sporting a unique side
exhaust configuration.
Note: Due to modifications of the emissions control devices
installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and
federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on
public highways in your area
Exterior
Dark Jade Green Metal is noted here and according tothirdgen.org,
only 30 convertibles were painted this color, while another 310
were straight Green Metallic making green a rare color for '92
convertible Trans Ams. The dual snout on the hood is balanced in
appearance by the inset marker and fog lights on the front fascia
that look somewhat like intake ducts. Let's look at the car in
profile where some notable features present themselves. Deeply
ridged cladding lifts from the door and continues onto the rear
quarter while an extra body part below the rocker panel gives the
illusion of side pipes and we'll describe it when we get the car up
on a lift. Meanwhile, airbags on the car have failed so a fixed
position lift kit has been added and creates lots of space between
the 16-inch wheels and the wheel openings. With the top down, the
straight shoulder line travels back to a rear wing, then a 90
degree turn down the vertical tail. That tail is adorned with a one
year only taillight design which has been augmented by a couple of
Firebird decals. Imperfections include scuffs and chipping on the
cladding, discoloration or deglazing of the clear, various
scratches and scuffs.
Interior
Custom work inside combines tan leather with green and starts on
the door panels where a swooping green armrest is surrounded by
contouring embossed accent lines. The Trans Am bucket seats wear a
green stripe that flares at the very top and very front of the seat
bottom and this pattern in mirrored in the rear 2+2 seating where
tan, stitched leather make up the side walls and house speakers,
while flanking the center console which is a boxed unit that flows
from the front seats. Other than some wear on the driver's seat,
the buckets are in good condition. A winged steering wheel fronts a
custom dash, now fitted with digital gauges and Trans Am is
embroidered on the passenger's dash. The center stack is the
beginning of the center console and includes the A/C controls and
an AM/FM/CD radio. The console flows down to meet the shifter and
e-brake, now booted in tan leather. Low pile tan carpet shows some
age and usage and is covered with green, carpeted mats that
continue the contrasting palette.
Drivetrain
A screaming eagle adorns the underside the hood which, once lifted,
reveals the engine that, according to our consignor, is a 350ci ZZ4
crate engine producing 375 horsepower and topped by a 4-barrel
carburetor. A rebuilt TH350 3-speed automatic transmission has a
shift kit and 2,800 rpm stall converter. Headers begin the exhaust
process and power brakes are supplied with disc up front and drums
in the rear. The engine and bay are relatively clean and contain
several polished components including a cross engine brace.
Undercarriage
Generally very clean underneath with no apparent surface rust and
only the rear differential showing any oil. The dual exhaust
travels under the car, encounters Cherrybomb mufflers, then makes
the turn towards the side to exit. Independent suspension is front
and in the rear, a torque arm is included. Steering components,
stabilizer bars, brake parts, are all free of grease and dirt. A
crossmember is painted metallic green.
Drive-Ability
The seats are typical for Trans Ams of this era, deep and
supportive and the F-body configuration makes for a comfortable
sitting position. The car fires up after we pump the gas and heads
out to the test loop with plenty of acceleration and power
underfoot, endless visibility with the top down, and handling that
is only slightly hampered by the taller than normal height of the
car. Our scorecard came back with a few minuses, including the
headlights which will not rotate up, the air conditioning not
working, no odometer display is present, and the horn is not
honking. All other functions checked out okay. While Classic Auto
Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of
our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working
at the time of your purchase.
1992 Firebirds were the last of a breed as a complete makeover came
in 1993 and rounded many of the sharp angles that defined the third
generation. These are sleek cars with some unique features that
stand apart, even from other third generation models. This one has
a custom interior, a canvas top in good shape, and a 350 that puts
out some fun power. Check in with the mall if this Firebird ignites
interest.
1G2FW33F0NL217312
1-USA
G-General Motors
2-Pontiac
FW-Trans Am
3-2 Door Convertible
3-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
F-305ci V8 TPI
0-Check Digit
N-1992
L-Los Angeles, CA Assy Plant
217312-Sequential Unit Number
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