The first generation Firebird was manufactured from mid 1967-1969. It included
engine choices beginning with the base model OHC inline 6 cylinder, to the mighty 400ci V8. In 1967 the most common
engine found in a Firebird was the 326ci V8 which was replaced by the 350ci in 1968. In 1969 the Trans Am was introduced
as a $725 option which included suspension upgrades and a rear spoiler. Trans Am production numbers were consiquently low.
Total first generation Firebird production topped out at 276,683, with 1968 being the most productive year.
The third generation Firebird was manufactured from 1982-1992. This complete re-design
of the Firebird focused more on handling than horsepower. Engine choices during this time period were less than stellar in
terms of power. They included the 151ci "iron duke" inline 4 cylinder which put out 85 horsepower. The biggest
engine offered was the 350ci Chevorlet V8 giving up 225 horsepower with Tuned Port fuel Injection. Eventhough horsepower
was less than years past, the fun factor of driving a Firebird was still there due to the incredible handling characteristics. Production
numbers fell just short of one million cars at 839,718 with about half of those being base models.
