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trans am ws6 review
t/a man, 12/12/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Though minor problems have been experienced, such as mass airflow sensor,this car is a joy to own, and even more fun to drive. Reliability has never been an issue,nor has ride quality, as some might think. The ws6 ram air package is also worth it's weight in gold. In summary, I would most definately recommend this car to anyone in the market, and I plan to still have this car for many, many years to come.
Best Car Ever
01TransAm, 09/21/2010
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
A more beautiful (yet mean looking), fun to drive, and comfortable car has never been made. I have the WS6, automatic, and it is still practically like new. The only thing it really needed that is not stock is subframe connectors to get rid of the body roll. I completely disagree with the Edmunds review about the interior. The interior plastic is not cheap. It it much better looking than any new car interior, plus the lumbar support leather seats are top notch. The proportions are perfect - low profile, long hood, enough of a back seat to put stuff in. Millage is 17 city, over 25 if all highway, which is not bad, but who really cares anyway.
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One sick car
sic2001, 12/29/2008
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had my car for 5 yrs now and it is awesome! I have put all kinds of aftermarket bolt ons on and dyno'd at 379 rwhp. It's fast and has never left me stranded! I've replaced the fuel pump myself within 2 hrs in the driveway and 150 for parts and find most repairs can be done easily and the info is excellent online. Put good shocks/struts on it, lower it, and youll keep up with the current M3 on twisties it handles so well. I have the navy blue metallic w/tan interior and people act like it's a Ferrari no kidding. 7 yrs old and looks like it could have been released this year. Catalytic converters are covered under warranty for 10 yrs or 100,000 miles.
Proud American T/A
Smoky Mountain T/A, 02/26/2006
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I previously owned a 1996 Formula but wanted a convertible. Since I loved the Formula, I bought a Trans Am with only 3500 miles on it from a collector. This T/A is even better than the Formula with incredible acceleration and really too much power. The cloth top is easy to maintain and open/close. The ride is fine although I heard the WS6 handling package makes for a stiffer ride. There really is no need for the WS6 unless you are racing the car. The automatic transmission takes you right to the red line so don't bother with the 6-speed unless that is what you prefer. Why anyone would buy a foreign sports car is beyond me. It is a shame the American mindset has turned to foreign ownership.
Trans Am fever
JACKf, 11/13/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have loved the firebird since the inception in the 1960's. I have a 99' firebird and 01' trans am. I love them both and cannot find a car with the same high performance, race car ready, drive. I cannot think of anything bad to say of the firebird.
Love It
Vinterskugge, 02/21/2006
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This review is of the WS6 Trans Am. This is the most beautiful car ever and is a lot of fun to drive. It's a shame they are not made anymore, although if they were, they would probably be ruined with a hideous new design. This is the shape that cars should be: low, wide, 2-doors, long hood. Only drawback is lack of trunk space, but the backseat is perfect: you cannot ask for a better design as far as being able to reach into the back seat from either the outside or the front seat. No problems in light snow with all season tires. Car is still like new. True muscle car driving excitement, plus unrivaled aesthetic beauty
2001 TA WS6 Convertible
Chip, 05/10/2006
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for a few years now. Great car! Pontiac had to be crazy for stopping production. I have a 74 SD and this 2001. Love them both. Added a flowmaster for more growl and this car has the neighbors kids giving me the thumbs up every time it hits the streets.
Still loving it after 6 years!
Cindy, 06/28/2007
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My husband and I drove into the dealership "just to look". An hour later we had a black Trans AM WS6. We had looked at BMW's but like my husband said, I didn't giggle when I drove it. That was in May of 2001. I am still loving every minute I drive it! It still gets looks and comments. The stereo is out of this world. One of best purchases we have ever made in our lives.
Gas is Holding me Back
onoshedien01, 06/24/2008
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Overall performance when I first purchased car was excellent. No repairs needed. Maintenance was kept up from previous owner. Great condition inside/out. Bought at 65k. Take curves like a whip. Engine was eager to drive like a bat out of hell. Now at 121k still runs good but maintenance is needed.
WS6 Heaven
Cancerman, 05/21/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I looked at many cars during my search and ran across my black WS6 T/A while looking at an Acura. I was getting frustrated by the lack of imagination in most of the current crop of Jelly- bean shaped cars, but this one is different. Gorgeous. Fast. Sounds as aggressive as it goes. Forget about the relentless pursuit of blandness GM and build something like this with character!
WS6 Utopia
Mustang Stomper, 09/27/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This puts the fun back in driving. The WS6 package can't be beat for looks and function.
01 Trans Am WS6
Cgseaman, 02/01/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Awesome car...fun to drive and really sporty. It's not too difficult to add on features to give it more of a muscle sound. Great look and always turning heads!
Last of a Generation
Voice of Reason, 03/03/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for top down fun with gobs of power on tap this is the car for you! With the engine producing the same power output as a Corvette (don't believe the 310hp rating), you are just as fast and can have just as much fun as someone with a Corvette convertible only for $20,000 less! Buy one now before they dissapear forever after 2002.
sweet
ws6, 04/09/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this bird can fly.
FUN FUN FUN FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CORBA KILLER, 04/15/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All I have to say is this car is great!! I have owned many sportscars most of them turbocharged. I love turbos but theres nothing like instant raw muscle horsepower and torque 330hp and 360 ft/lbs of torque under your foot. Tire-Smokin Heaven, The women cant get enough. If want to attract a lot of attention especially women & the bogus pony riders wont leave me alone. This is the car for you. It's such a shame we have to say goodbye!! I'm sure GM will having something Hot in store for us to AWWWW at! God Bless!!!!
BULLET PROOF
THE FURY, 02/28/2002
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
YOU KNOW,I HAVE TO SIDE WITH THE OTHER FORTUNATE OWNERS OF THE UNTOUCHABLE WS6. WHEN COMES TO THE REMARKS THAT YOU EDITOR PEOPLE ARE MAKING ABOUT CHEAP THIS AND POOR THAT, IT MAKES ME WONDER AS WELL ARE YOU SURE YOU WERE TESTING A TRANS AM OR WAS IT A 1980'S TURBO SUNBIRD. THE ENGINE IS IN A CLASS BY ITSELF, AND THE BRAKES.....LETS JUST SAY I WASN'T THE ONE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION STOPPING FROM 90MPH AGAINST THE SO CALLED "ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE" (540i) TO BE EXACT!!!!
WS6 All the way!
01 Ram Air, 08/20/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car, no problems besides gas eating and balding tires.. Oh, and guys in "fast" cars thinking they are faster... But that's part of the fun. Interior could have been done better. Exterior looks are exceptional. Power is way under-rated. 12.9@112 mph, you tell me... Me vs. C5; 13 to 1..... Impressed yet?
Beautiful Girl
Shemachinist, 09/03/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had absolutely no problems with my baby. This car continues to amaze me. She turns on a dime, drives like a dream. As yet I've not had a ticket, but it isn't for lack of trying. This car screams for more gas, and the engine handles this with ease. I've taken 3 1000 mile car trips with this car, and it's extremely comfortable, and reminds me each time why I purchased the car.
Unbridled power and head turner.
Great Play, 10/26/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Added a Corsa exhaust, K&N filter, and skip-shift eliminator. Incredibly fast and powerful. Traction control makes it usable in winter weather as well. Appearance, performance, and sound stuns other drivers. A pure pleasure to own.
Best of the Best
smyrna-man, 12/18/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is the most fun to drive of any production car I have purchased in my 54 years. Drive this one you will buy it.
It doesnt get any more fun
William, 12/29/2005
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned a V6 camaro, a Z28, and now this Trans Am, and it is by far MUCH faster and has a lot more power than the Z28. It's got plenty of power, yet can be refined enough for city driving. Not to mention this is just a beautiful car. The leather in the car is top notch, my only complaints are with the traction control system. It does work, but it's not very effective performance-wise. It decelerates the engine for too long of a time and does not enhance performance, unlike the 350Z that I sell whose traction control system is beyond par. Otherwise, this car has more power than any other car you can buy for this amount of money. Period. And the great looks, dependability, 4.5 out of 5 star
2001 Trans Am WS6
Timmay, 01/29/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have no clue why the 2001 and 2002 models were rated so differently by J.D. Power, especially considering they are almost exactly alike... I've owned the car for 15 months now, and still love it as much as the day I bought it. Top performer, WS6 model.
JPol65's WS6
JPol65's WS6, 03/09/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have always wanted a Trans-am. And boy did I get one. I am soooo satisfied with this one, that I smile everytime I drive and even look at it, for that matter. If you ever have the chance to get one, don't hesitate. I plan to keep her a very, very, long time. by the way, i get 27 miles to the gallon.
My ws6
Andrew Ace, 04/23/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A very fun to drive car always reliable the style of the car is awesome.
My 10 second ws6
Spraying WS6, 04/23/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car already kicks some serious butt bone stock. Once you add some headers,cams,new rear end, and different gears, also along 15lbs of NOS this baby will fly. Still looks stock though changed the rims with chrome Z06 rims and have the corvette run on flat tires. Red body painted on 10inch racing stripes and some other custome paint work this baby wins alot of shows. Oh yea and the chicks dig it. Bit me ford boy
2001 Trans Am
pitbullluvr, 05/25/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my second Trans Am and I also had a 1999 Firebird Convertible. My 2001 TA has T-Tops, wish I went for the convertible, but wouldn't give up the 5.7 LS1 for a rag top V6. Great car with the exception of consistant brake issues. Highly recommend and a real head turner.
Reasonable Drive
7Jewels, 10/09/2004
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. Takes customizing well. Add a flowmaster and a cold air induction package and you're in there. The power's good and it's fun to drive, but it sucks on gas. The handling is really good, but it's better with 17in wheels and 45 series Z-rated tires. Good gripe and side-slipe is controllable. The only thing I hate about this car is the "Skip-shift" feature. I bought a six-speed for controllablity. Skip-shift is a buzz kill.
Get ready for some REAL FUN!!!
rob rog, 06/20/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had more fun in such few miles than I ever imagined. If you want power, speed and control, this is your car!
last of the bred
tarntino, 06/21/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
love the 5.7 v8 very fast and great milage average about 20mpg for a big car and large v8 thats super,I think it looks great most cars on road today all look the same,only problem is quality pontiac has a long way to go before they match the imports.
Fiercely Firebird
A Classy Chic's car., 12/05/2019
updated 06/18/2020
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Convertible (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sports car enthusists, a dream come true! Win Win T-tops still in!! This Firebird purrs like a kitten and runs like a cougar!
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a REAL American Muscle Car
Justin_25, 03/25/2003
2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 2dr Hatchback (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
In my pursuit of finding a fast, fun, and afordiable car, i have found a true winner in my Trans Am. Its a true American Muscle Car. But at the same time, thats the problem too. Its a true american m.c. It has rather poor build and is UNCOMFORTABLE to drive. I cant keep gas in this thing! In a way i guess you could say its almost a burden to drive. But when it all comes down to it, it wasnt built for these things. It was built for one thing. SPEED!!! Mission accomplished. But i think Im gonna hit my dad up for a new BMW.