1999 Pontiac Firebird consumer reviews

Firebirds have been a staple in my wife's family for decades. So it should have come as no surprise when she bought a new one in 1999. The fact that Consumer's Report said that it was unreliable and subject to frequent repairs didn't deter her. I must admit, it was a beautiful convertible that looked as if it were just aching to gobble up the road. The 3.8L 6 cyl. had enough power for her needs and the automatic transmission was a help in city and local driving. My pained question, "Why would you buy an American Muscle Car with an automatic transmission?" fell on deaf ears. Though I've given it's overall performance low ratings, this car excels on the open road, on a clear day, with the top down. There, it is a magnificent performer with power to spare. Then there are the downsides. COMFORT: At 6'1", I can't get into it with the top down without bumping or scraping something. The doors need a good deal of side clearance to allow easy entry. The back seat is useless - even the dog hates it. HANDLING: In wet or icy conditions, fishtailing on curves is always a possibility. Low clearance make speed bumps and dips at intersections serious obstacles. PERFORMANCE: Gremlins in the electrical system have darkened the electronic clock (so my alarm clock took its place) and the radio dial ("Can you find that station I like dear?"), and a problem with heat sensors automatically reduces RPM till the car rolls to a stop (a neat feature unless you are in the left lane of the beltway at rush hour.) Automatic car washes tend to leak (standard) but they often short out the daylight running lamps .. which are incovenient to replace (though inexpensive). Though it has left her at the side of the road on a handful of occasions, my wife wouldn't think of getting rid of it. So, it's my job to find a mechanic who can keep it safely on the road until it finally goes to Firebird heaven.

this car is a beats i topped mine @ 140 and i fet the hps on this baby. i also have a camaro but my firebird feels more comfortable and i would recomend this car to anyone who loves the rush and power of cars like this one. only one problem with this car... the view of the front is a little hard to get used to especially with a ram air hood, but u get to appreciate it after a while. its a good car

I drove this car on the interstate and through a small town...it accelerates smoothly and it was easy to make turns, go around cars on the interstate. Not a great car for my passenger with hump on the floor - not much leg room on passenger side. Driver side has good leg room and the interior controls are built with the driver in mind. Sound system was excellent. Great ride in a classy sports car.