Engine Specifications

Source: Pontiac Motor Division

EngineBuick LC2 3.8L SFI V6, Intercooled Turbo
Displacement231 cubic inches / 3,800cc
Bore × Stroke3.800 in. × 3.400 in.
Power (Official)250 bhp @ 4,400 rpm
Power (Actual)~301 hp (per GM dyno testing)
Torque340 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Compression Ratio8.0:1
TurbochargerGarrett T3 with TTA-specific housing
IntercoolerAir-to-air, 12 fin/inch (GNX-style)
Maximum Boost16.5 psi
Intake Valves1.710 in.
Exhaust Valves1.490 in.
CrankshaftNodular iron, 4 cross-drilled main bearings, 6 counterweights
Connecting RodsCast Armasteel, 151mm
PistonsSpecial design, 46.4mm compression height
FuelPump octane of 91 or greater
HeadersStainless steel, TTA-specific design

Drivetrain & Chassis

Transmission200-4R 4-speed automatic with lockup torque converter
Rear AxleBorg-Warner 9-bolt "Australian" limited-slip, 3.27:1 ratio
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionLive axle with torque arm
Front Sway Bar36mm
Rear Sway Bar24mm
Front Brakes1LE package: 12" vented rotors, PBR dual-piston aluminum calipers
Rear Brakes11.7" rotors, Corvette single-piston calipers

Dimensions

Wheelbase101.0 in.
Overall Length191.6 in.
Overall Width72.4 in.
Overall Height50.0 in.
Front Track60.7 in.
Rear Track61.6 in.
Curb Weight3,346 lbs.
Weight Distribution57.0% front / 43.0% rear

Performance

5.5s0–60 mph
13.5sQuarter Mile
139ft60–0 Braking
0.86gRoadholding
13.4:1Weight/HP Ratio

Production Figures

Firebird models on the Van Nuys assembly line TTA production at Van Nuys Assembly Plant 1989 Pontiac assembly line, Van Nuys, California
Firebird production line at Van Nuys Assembly Plant Van Nuys California Van Nuys assembly plant lineup
ConfigurationUnits
T-Top & Leather Interior1,324
T-Top & Cloth Interior187
Hardtop & Leather Interior24
Hardtop & Cloth Interior (Base)15
Total Production Cars1,550
Pilot Cars — T-Top & Cloth Interior4
Pilot Cars — Hardtop & Leather Interior1
Total Cars Built1,555

The Convertible

GM did not offer a factory convertible TTA. However, one was created by ASC for PAS president Jeff Beitzel. This car is unique in that its origins are shared with PAS stablemates Syclone and Typhoon and the ASC-built GNX. The world's only ragtop TTA has changed hands several times, and is presently owned by a wealthy Mexican oil baron who loves Pontiacs.

Base Price

1989 MSRP: $25,995. Festival car employee price: $25,854.83 (fixed, non-negotiable).

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