CrashnBasher

My favorite car is a Pontiac Firebird, has been since I was 8. I was just wondering if there is any big difference between an LS1 and a Trans Am when looking to buy a car?

litemup02

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not to sure about your question but the LS1 engine came in the 98-02 trans am. 93-97 was the LT1. I think the firebird is the V6 model with the exception of the formula & firehawk. if that helps

MountainMotor

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Litemup02's right, the LS1 cam in the '98-'02 TA's, '98-'02 Firebird's had a 3.8L V6, the '93-'97 TA's had an LT1 and the '93-'97 Firebird's had a 3.4L V6. Hope this clears up some of your confusion.

staringback05

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firebird is the model....when you go to the store you tell them....pontiac-firebird-5.7ls1-formula/ta....

Smoke Panther

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the LS1 is the 5.7l V8 engine. The Trans Am is the V8 trim of the Firebird

staringback05

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.....as stated here

VIP1

1998 - 2002 Engines:
Firebird ---------------------- 3.8L V6
Firebird Formula --------------- 5.7L V8 LS1
Firebird Formula WS6 ---------- 5.7L V8 LS1
Firebird Formula Firehawk ------ 5.7L V8 LS1
Firebird Trans Am ------------- 5.7L V8 LS1
Firebird Trans Am WS6 -------- 5.7L V8 LS1
Firebird Trans Am Firehawk ---- 5.7L V8 LS1

Notes:
* Not all models were offered all years.
* Formula looks like the V6 firebird but has the drivetrain and suspension of the V8 Trans Am. The Formula could also be optioned up like a Trans Am.

If you want more specific information, check out the FAQ:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/213148-jrp-s-faq-commonly-asked-questions.html

ChevyBoy2006

hahaa

TX_SS

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omg...

AeroKing

99camarosupersport

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Pretty much nailed it. Good luck i guess if your going to buy one, and if you have never driven a fast car...good luck and don't wrap it around a tree or i will hunt you down.

Ballistic Jello

I just wanted to mention that the 3.8 V6 (3800) was optional for 95, and in 96 and 97 the base motor was the 3.8, the 3.4 wasn't offered.
Source = http://musclecarclub.com/musclecars/...istory-4.shtml


The title of this topic is hilarious.

V6Owner

How are you not going to know about your "favorite car" just kidding.. your question has already been answered so please close this thread





























LOL I alway wanted to say that.. good luck in your search

MountainMotor

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That's cool, I didn't think the 3.8 was offered until '98 but I guess it was.