2002 Pontiac Firebird Consumer Reviews

Really Like it so Far

Written by: DWayne on 05/05/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Formula 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I've had it 3 months....it sat at the dealership for 6 months for some reason. Midlife crisis caused me to by it. It is fast as hell.

Favorite Features

Horsepower, T-Tops, Monsoon Stereo, Looks, Sound

Suggested Improvements

Somehow lower the price of gas (needs 91 octane)

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Night rider

Written by: Edawg on 04/21/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I had a GTA years ago and had to get back to a sports car. So I chose what I had before. My WS6 is by far the most powerful car I've ever owned. Just with a little modifcation and can make it as fast a vette. My kids love it and so do I.

Favorite Features

The pretty sound it make at 3300 rpms while driving. The get up and go and the t-tops. Over all of the car has a beautiful look. You got to love it. love.

Suggested Improvements

I have no complaints expect for the fuel.

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FB2K02 apr2006

Written by: G Robinson on 04/16/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback (3.8L 6cyl 5M)

Review

enjoy ride, sporty looks, and having the T-tops for cool evening after dinner drives. The monsoon equalized hi-fi and CD system works great and I use it with XM radio.

Favorite Features

Enjoy responsive ride and the utility of using hatch back.

Suggested Improvements

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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last of the great one

Written by: Keith Feemster on 03/07/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This car puts a smile on my face everytime i step into my garage how all the body lines go together from front to back. Performance far better then the mustang. How the car handles it self when going through corners and when you go straight and mash down on it picking up speed in no time.

Favorite Features

The LS1 awsome performance with proven strenght. The front bumper going with the ram air hood, looks like it could eat you. The monsoon sound system sounds great. The look of the car demands people's attention when going down the road. T-tops are awesome in summer time

Suggested Improvements

The interior looks great just made cheaply but hey the car was meant to go fast. The weak 10 bolt rear end is to weak for these cars 50,000 miles and its done buy a 12 bolt.

6 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Love this thing...................

Written by: Daryl on 02/11/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Nice car. I hope to drive this till it drops. I have a peppy 6cyl convertible. Very tight. speedy and responsive. It is beyond me why this car didn't sell better.

Favorite Features

The looks of this car

Suggested Improvements

A little hard to get in with the top up, but it's worth it.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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love my trans am

Written by: ramairlady on 01/29/2006

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

my ram air has been really good to me, runs great, looks great, a real head turner. looks better than most cars on the road today...even those pony boys check her out. reliable, dependable and fun fun fun

Favorite Features

love my 5.7L...don't forget the t-top in the summer...better than a convertible i think..

Suggested Improvements

how do you improve muscle car perfection? they sent it in when they made this one, and now they have flown away into history

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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"LOTB" 2K2 WS.6 A4 by Larry

Written by: Larry on 12/22/2005

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The 2002 model year is the last year for the f-bodies, therefore, I bought a 2002 Trans Am WS.6 before they become scarce. I loved the looks of Trans Ams and especially WS.6 models. This is my 4th f-body, previously owned 1988 Camaro 5SPD.[305v8], 1994 Z28-6SPD., 1995 Trans Am-6SPD., 1996 Z28-6SPD. and will say this is by far the best in looks, pure speed, handling-(275-40ZR17 wheels and tires sure help) and getting a thumbs up from other motorists. I was looking for a 6speed but got a great deal on an auto[4L60E] in arctic white that I couldn't pass up. Interior has fighter jet cockpit sensation, 500 watt monsoon audio. Got 25mpg-Greenville NC. to Erie PA. No problems as of 30k miles.

Favorite Features

The twin nostril hood sets this car apart from the rest, gives it an intimidating look- very important for a muscle car, lol. Tires this wide [27540ZR17] are found on very few production cars today except Vette, Viper, and maybe Cobra? Love the 500 watt monsoon cd player and power antenna.

Suggested Improvements

GM should have sold these cars with tires that have a wheel protector 'lip' to prevent curb scraping in which previous owner did to 2 of mine. The overall length Could be downscaled next time, 2007-2008 maybe. Rear hatch shocks should be stronger and a light for under the hood. 5SPEED AUTOMATIC?

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I love my WS6 vert!

Written by: WYO_VR4 on 11/04/2005

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I was very happy got a great deal on my car. It's a true performance bargain and so much fun to drive. Turns heads wherever I go and gets over 30mpg in 6th gear on the highway - a nice feature these days! Cruising around with the top down this summer was awesome. It's the best car I've ever bought. I much prefer the instant torque of the LS1 to any turbocharged import. The car is easy to work on and upgrade, if desired. I'm happy with mine as it is but I did upgrade the stereo. The one in the vert is rather puny compared to the coupe's. Then again, who needs a stereo when the car sounds this good. American muscle at its finest. Highly recommended but don't forget that radar detector!

Favorite Features

6-speed manual trans, LS1 motor, looks and sounds bad-ass, convertible

Suggested Improvements

My suggestions are moot since the F- Bodies were axed but the interior was rather low rent and the overall build quality could be improved. The engine and transmission are rock solid though. Also, next time, Pontiac/GM should actually try ADVERTISING such a great ride if they want decent sales #s!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Trans Am - Best F-Body Ever Made!

Written by: zoomer2k2 on 11/03/2005

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I love my 2002 WS.6 Trans Am. I am a previous owner of a 1989 Trans Am GTA and loved that one too. The 2002 is even better though. In a world full of me-too cars like the Mustang and cars that all look like they came from the same mold, the Trans Am stood out as being different, bold, and aggressive, more than even it's own sibbling the Camaro. Every magazine always pits Mustang vs. Camaro when it talks about muscle cars but that's just PR work. It was the Trans Am that made muscle cars. think screaming chicken, smokey & the Bandit, or Knight Rider. GM did nothing to help the Fbody compete, they died not from abandonment by consumbers but by neglect from their parent, thanks GM

Favorite Features

all the compliments from people about how beautiful or sexy the car is (from little kids to senior citzens) the way people stare, the look on Mustang, Camaro, or Corvette owners when you leave them looking at license plate and brake lights, power, styling, t- tops

Suggested Improvements

visor mirror lights, open t-top latch alert, zenon headlights, pull down hatch motor, headrests, weatherstripping around doors, less interior plastic, better turn signal/cruise stick, ignition auto- lock doors, auto-turn off headlights upon exit, engine light, true dual exhaust, mp3 cd player

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I got a lemon!!!

Written by: jmd on 10/28/2005

Vehicle

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased my car new and have had problems since the third month of ownership. Battery was leaking acid after a few months of ownership. Continuous electrical issues; I had the engine compartment fuel box replaced, I'm always replacing fuses. Calalytic converter has been replaced after few months of ownership...is broken again. Was getting 19/29m/p/g now gets 8 m/p/g. Engine noises, nocking noises, fuel intake issues; the interior door panel split. Poor support from Pontiac/GM. I have a stack of services/repair invoices over an inch thick. It's sad because it was my dream car.

Favorite Features

The body design, acceleration

Suggested Improvements

Electrical quality, engine noises, mechanical quality

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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