Engine5.7L V8 310hp
Transmission4-Speed Auto
Fuel Average8
Variant Rank#2 of 2
Firebird Trans Am V8 Key Features
- Legendary LS1 Corvette engine
- Removable T-Top glass roof
- WS6 Ram Air performance handling package
- Functional twin-nostril hood scoops
- Leather bucket seats
- Monsoon 500-watt 10-speaker premium audio
- Upgraded 17-inch high-polished wheels
- Aggressive raised rear spoiler.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.8L V6 |
| Displacement | 3800 cc |
| Horsepower | 200 hp |
| Torque | 325 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Auto |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Fuel Avg — City | 7 km/l |
| Fuel Avg — Highway | 11 km/l |
| Fuel Tank | 64 liters |
| Length | 4877 mm |
| Width | 1893 mm |
| Height | 1307 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2565 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1565 kg |
| Seating | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Airbags | 2 |
| ABS | Yes |
All Pontiac Firebird Variants & Prices
| Variant | Price (PKR) | Engine | Transmission | Fuel Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firebird V6 | Rs. 55 Lakh | 3.8L V6 200hp | 4-Speed Auto | 9 |
| Firebird Trans Am V8You are here | Rs. 1.50 Cr | 5.7L V8 310hp | 4-Speed Auto | 8 |
Pontiac Firebird Pros & Cons
✓ What's Good
- Unmatched Head-Turning Style: With its aggressive, low-slung muscle car profile, sharp front fascia, and iconic pop-up headlights, it commands immense street presence and stands out completely from the sea of standard sedans and SUVs.
- True Collector’s Value: Because 2002 was the final production year for the Firebird before the nameplate was permanently retired, clean surviving units are highly prized assets that appreciate in value among car collectors.
- Corvette-Sourced V8 Performance (Trans Am): The top-tier variants house the legendary 5.7L LS1 V8 engine shared with the Chevrolet Corvette, offering raw American muscle acceleration and a deep, aggressive exhaust note.
- The T-Top Open-Air Experience: Most models come with removable glass T-Top roof panels. They let you easily convert the car into a semi-convertible for open-air weekend cruising without losing the structural rigidity of a coupe.
- Simple Mechanical Architecture: Underneath the bodywork, it relies on traditional, old-school American mechanical designs. There are no overly complex modern electronics or sensitive computer modules, making fundamental engine troubleshooting relatively straightforward.
✗ What's Not Good
- Zero Local Parts Availability: You cannot walk into any auto market in Pakistan to buy basic filters, brake pads, or suspension bushings. Absolutely every component must be privately imported from the United States via air freight, leading to long wait times.
- Notoriously Brittle Interior Plastics: General Motors used cheap, hard plastics during this era. Under Pakistan’s intense summer heat and high UV exposure, the upper dashboard cover and door panels are highly prone to cracking.
- Abysmal Fuel Economy: The heavy chassis combined with older engine engineering means it is incredibly thirsty. You can expect single-digit fuel averages (around 5 to 6 km/l for the V8 in the city), making it highly impractical for anything other than occasional pleasure drives.
- Incompatible with Local Infrastructure: Its exceptionally low factory ground clearance and long front bumper overhang mean it will scrape heavily on standard Pakistani speed breakers, uneven potholes, and steep parking ramps.
- Extremely Difficult Resale: Because it is a highly niche, left-hand-drive or privately imported classic from a completely defunct brand (Pontiac was shut down in 2010), the buying market in Pakistan is incredibly small. Liquidating the car quickly at a fair price is almost impossible.
Estimated On-Road Cost (Punjab)
Financing This Variant
Down Payment (20%)
Rs. 30 Lakh
of ex-factory price
Loan Amount (80%)
Rs. 1.20 Cr
financed amount
3-Year EMI
Rs. 4.6 Lakh/mo
@22% markup p.a.
5-Year EMI
Rs. 3.3 Lakh/mo
@22% markup p.a.
Should You Buy the Firebird Trans Am V8?
The Firebird Trans Am V8 is the top-of-the-line variant of the Pontiac Firebird — fully loaded with every feature the model offers. It costs Rs. 95 Lakh more than the Firebird V6 below it.Best for buyers who want the complete package and plan to keep the car long-term — the premium features add to resale value.