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Summary
Dinosaur or not, powerful rear-wheel-drive cars like this are tradition - tradition that isn't likely to be killed off as long as it's profitable. It will die a natural death, when its time comes. So Pontiac keeps building them - and improving them. The Trans Am might not be as slick as a Lexus, Mercedes or BMW, but it's a lot better than it's often given credit for. You just have to take it for what it is.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Coupe: Firebird ($18,590); Formula ($23,770); Trans Am ($26,880)
Convertible: Firebird ($25,210); Trans Am ($30,950) |
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Engines:
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5.7-liter V8 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, dual air bags standard; traction control optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Boisbriand, Quebec |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Trans Am Convertible ($30,950) |
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Standard Equipment:
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(Trans Am) ABS air conditioning, cruise control, fog lights, AM/FM/CD, rear spoiler, tilt steering column, cast aluminum wheels; Formula adds power locks, Monsoon stereo, leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, power windows; Trans Am adds appearance package, remote keyless entry, removable roof hatch, six-way power driver's seat, leather seating surfaces |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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WS6 Ram Air Performance and Handling Package ($3150) includes ram air induction system, functional air scoops, special 17-inch polished aluminum wheels, P275/40ZR17 tires, low-restriction dual exhaust, power steering cooler; traction control ($450); Hurst shifter ($325); custom bucket seats with adjustable lumbar support ($185) |
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Destination Charge:
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550 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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35610 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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320 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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345 @ 4400 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/27 |
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Wheelbase:
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101.1 |
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Length/width/height:
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193.7/74.4/51.8 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.7/60.6 |
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Turning circle:
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37.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.7/52.8/43.0 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.4/43.7/28.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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12.9 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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Suspension, f:
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coil-over shocks, multi-link with stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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Salisbury axle with coil springs, torque arm, trailing arm, track bar and stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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4.5 |
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Curb weight:
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3514 |
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Tires:
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P275/40ZR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.8 |
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