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Old 07-09-2004, 03:53 PM   #151
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Old 07-11-2004, 05:01 AM   #152
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i have a 89 gta conv

asc made these cars
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Old 07-11-2004, 01:40 PM   #153
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not all of them. ASC started doing them for GM i believe in 87. Prior to 87 there were numerous aftermarket companies that did the chop including Choo Choo Customs
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Old 07-31-2004, 10:49 PM   #154
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hey everyone im new to thirdgen.org and finding a convertible specific forum is sweet.
i bought mine in feb 04 and needed a bit of work. the center section of the spoiler was missing so i replaced it with a different wing and am in the process of smoothing out the spot welds on the sides. the front and rear covers need work. the rear was off a teal car and the black paint is coming off. the front met a curb the day i lowered it. i had to replace the motor 4 days after i bought it. i found a rod bearing in the oil pan. oh well it was a good start to moding it. it sports a 350 l98 and 5 speed. im doing body and interior work now. ive done a little suspention work to it.
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Old 08-05-2004, 02:09 PM   #155
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But I drive a Firebird...

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Old 08-08-2004, 11:28 PM   #156
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And some more pics that are mo recent/mo better:

'91 Firebird Convertible after a bath
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Old 08-09-2004, 04:27 AM   #157
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my 91
t56/4thgen 10 bolt/HSR and soon to be FI'd
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Old 08-09-2004, 07:38 AM   #158
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Bird

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That's a GOOD LOOKIN topless bird!

Camaro verts are rare but topless Firebirds are even rarer!

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Old 08-09-2004, 11:40 AM   #159
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Thanks, that side looks good but the other side is a slightly different shade. The previous owner let his wife drive into a guardrail so the replacement panels on there don't 100% match.

Thanks, I love the thing. It's my dream car. Just gotta make it go faster, turn sharper and stop quicker.
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Old 08-09-2004, 04:59 PM   #160
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Camaro verts are rare but topless Firebirds are even rarer!

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OK... I need to know how to prove that. I am sure "iansane" would like to know as well.
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Old 08-09-2004, 09:57 PM   #161
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Hey Cadillac!

According to the build numbers listed on this site there were a total of 28183 Camaro Convertibles made and only 3829 Firbird Convertibles made. I'm sure that this number does not reflect conversions made by other companies besides ASC... Given the large diffrence in numbers it is pretty safe to say that the Topless Birds are a lot rarer than the Camaro Verts...

You can find the info for your self here:

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You will have to scroll down a little ways but not too far to find the production numbers...

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Old 08-10-2004, 12:59 AM   #162
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According to the build numbers listed on this site there were a total of 28183 Camaro Convertibles made and only 3829 Firbird Convertibles made. I'm sure that this number does not reflect conversions made by other companies besides ASC... Given the large diffrence in numbers it is pretty safe to say that the Topless Birds are a lot rarer than the Camaro Verts...

You can find the info for your self here:

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You will have to scroll down a little ways but not too far to find the production numbers...

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That is exactly the information I needed. Speedy, you rock.

Now of the 950 Firebirds converted by ASC in 1991, how many were V6, LO3 and LB9? Given an even distribution of these engines to ASC, it's possible there were only 330 or so of any particular engine.

So then it could follow, my '91 ragtop with a 5.0 LO3 is one in 450.

(LB9? WTF is that? TPI or carbuerated?)
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Old 08-10-2004, 07:17 AM   #163
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LB9 is a 305 TPI. Most if not all 91 and 92's if powered by a V8 was a LB9 305.
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Old 08-15-2004, 10:13 AM   #164
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Here's mine, It's an oldie but I love it. I LOOK GOOD IN RED! lol
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Old 08-15-2004, 12:15 PM   #165
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I posted a pic of my car when I first back in Oct. Here is a recent one!



1 of 35 in Jamican Yellow.....I love the car!
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Old 08-20-2004, 04:35 AM   #166
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any time i can post up a pic of my car, i'm all over it this is a before new paint
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Old 08-20-2004, 04:36 AM   #167
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Old 08-23-2004, 11:09 PM   #168
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Any lookers for a sweet and rare Formula vert, go to www.ebay.com and look in auction for item # 2487708141.

Worth a look for a 3rd gen bird fan.

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Old 08-24-2004, 12:36 AM   #169
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Any lookers for a sweet and rare Formula vert, go to www.ebay.com and look in auction for item # 2487708141.

Worth a look for a 3rd gen bird fan.
Pretty. I hope you get the price you are looking for. I really do.

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Old 08-25-2004, 10:43 PM   #170
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new paint

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Pretty. I hope you get the price you are looking for. I really do.

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Old 08-26-2004, 10:18 PM   #171
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Old 08-30-2004, 01:22 PM   #172
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Just wanted to let you know, that we also have some fine cars here in Denmark.

This is a picture of my 89 RS , with IROZ hood and 17 " IROZ dante design wheels .
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Old 09-08-2004, 10:43 AM   #173
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Old 09-08-2004, 12:37 PM   #174
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Just wanted to let you know, that we also have some fine cars here in Denmark.

This is a picture of my 89 RS , with IROZ hood and 17 " IROZ dante design wheels .
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Old 09-08-2004, 11:41 PM   #175
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Rarity of Formula vert

Those are all beauties. This car I'm told is only 1 of 104 made for that year by ASC. Car listed for $24,000 new, according to Pontiac files, making this fairly steep that year.

I need, unfortunately, to sell this sweet ride due to finances and am looking for a 3rd gen buyer.

Would be interested in hearing some offers.
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