2001 Firebird Quick Facts


Firebird Quick Facts

New For 2001

  • The 5.7-liter V8 Gen III LS1 engine gets a new camshaft and intake manifold
  • The shock absorbers have been re-valved on all models to improve ride isolation and shake
  • A new interior leather color: Camel Accent
  • One new exterior color: Sunset Orange Metallic
  • Exterior color, Bright Silver Metallic, has been discontinued
  • Formula WSG has been discontinued

Model Lineup
Firebird Coupe, Firebird Convertible, Formula Coupe, Trans Am Coupe, Trans Am Convertible


Competition
Firebird: Ford Mustang, Toyota Celica, Mitsubishi Eclipse
Formula/Trans Am: Ford Mustang GT, Toyota Celica GT, Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T/GS-X


Reason for Purchase
Bold muscular design, modern muscle car performance and handling, ultimate power experience

Body Style
Subcompact coupe and convertible

Powertrains
  • 3.8-liter 3800 Series II SFI V6, standard on Firebird
  • 5.7-liter SFI V8 LS1, standard on Formula and Trans Am
  • Four-speed automatic transmission
  • Five-speed manual transmission
  • Six-speed manual transmission
Manufacturing Location
Boisbriand, Quebec, Canada

Model Year Sales
1997 – 32,524
1998 – 31,692
1999 – 33,850