2002 FIREBIRD

On Sept.25, 2001 General Motors announced that the 2002 Firebird would be the last of the breed. However, the automaker left the gate open to use the Firebird name on a new type of car in the future. Whether that will happen, only time will tell, but changes in the 2002 models were quite naturally modest.
Standard equipment on all models included:
- a power antenna
- power remote mirrors
- power automatic door locks
- power windows with "express-down" driver's side window controls
A power steering cooler also became standard equipment on all cars with V-8 engines.
Formula Firebird coupes got four new standard features
- a removable hatch roof with sunshades
- remote keyless entry
- a six-way power driver's seat
- an audible theft deterrent system
A 3.8-liter V-6 and five-speed manual transmission were standard on the Firebird coupe.
The Firebird convertible combined the same engine with a 4L60-E four-speed automatic transmission.
The Formula coupe and both Trans Am models used the same standard drive train as the Formula coupe.
The base Firebirds featured
- hidden headlamps
- integrated fog lamps
- fender-mounted air extractors
- a sleek, aerodynamic body
- air conditioning
- four-wheel disc brakes with ABS
- cruise control
- a fold-down rear seat and a center console with an auxiliary power outlet and dual cupholders
The convertible added
- an up-level Monsoon® sound system with CD player and eight speakers
- a six-way power driver's seat
- a leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant radio controls
- remote keyless entry
- alarm and power door locks
- "express down" windows
- outside mirrors
- an outside radio antenna
Formula coupe appointments included
- low profile Z-speed-rated tires
- silver 16-in. five-spoke sport wheels
- a performance-oriented suspension
- a 10-speaker version of the Monsoon® CD audio system
The Trans Am came in both coupe and convertible editions with
- standard removable roof panels with sunshades
- leather seating surfaces
- an uplevel rear spoiler for the coupe
Both Firebird engines were significantly improved for the 2002 model year.
Both had Delco-Remy's latest-generation starter, which produced more torque per amp and drew less current for extended starter and battery life.
The 5.7L LS1 V-8 introduced leading-edge technologies to the grand tradition of the GM small-block V-8, including all-aluminum construction and a thermoplastic intake manifold.
Measured by mass, package size, performance, or cost to the customer, the 5.7L LS1 matched the world's best overhead cam V-8s.
This new small-block V-8 proved that cam-in-block engines could meet the demands of a new decade and stringent emissions standards.
Formula and Trans Am drivers got 310 hp and Trans Am drivers opting for Ram Air got 325 hp.
Available transmissions for the LS1 included a six-speed manual transmission.
The 3800 V-8 Performance Package featured
- a Torsen II limited-slip differential
- up-level steering
- dual outlet exhaust
- a 3.42:1 axle ratio (with automatic transmission only)
Trans Am coupe and convertible models with the WS6 Ram Air Performance and Handling package benefited from
- functional air scoops
- Ram Air induction
- low-restriction dual-outlet exhaust
- a suspension specifically tuned for maximum handling performance.
- P275/40ZR17 performance radial tires
- 9 x 17-in. highly polished alloy wheels featuring a five-spoke spoke design.

2002 Firebird

2002 Firebird Trans Am

2002 Firebird Trans Am

2002 FIREBIRD

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