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alright. ive got a 89 firebird formula (or so i think) but i cant find the rpo codes anyplace on the car. so i went to the local pontiac dealership and asked them to get the rpo codes with the vin. they looked at me like i was insane and told me that it couldnt be done. anyone know if its possible? and if it doesnt cost anything could i give one of you my vin and have you do it? thanks for any help
Snuffit
p.s. if you dont want to get me the rpos thats fine i will wait till i can go to the next dealership and try again, i would just like to know if its possible to get for my car.

[This message has been edited by Snuffit (edited April 23, 2001).]

 

Snuffit, I know it's possible back to '90 with the software they have at work, they could have tried it for you. It sounds like (the look) they don't know they can do it.

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Kenney
82 Trans Am WS7 notchback
83 Trans Am WS6 T-tops
Painter @ Chevy dealer
GM junkie

 

Yes, you can get the codes for a 89. I have a 89 camaro and I got the spid label from the local dealer that shows all the rpo's. Good luck,

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89'Camaro Convertible,96'firebird wheels,79'Z28 hood scoop, Dark yellow green paint from Bonnevilles, tan Mr. Mikes leather interior,Macewen white face gauges.
Dreaming of a RamJet 350,

Open element
Jet fan switch
180 degree thermostat

2nd place is always the first loser!

 

Snuffit, I know it's possible back to '90 with the software they have at work, they could have tried it for you. It sounds like (the look) they don't know they can do it.

Try Pontiac Historical Services if you can't find them.

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Kenney
82 Trans Am WS7 notchback
83 Trans Am WS6 T-tops
Painter @ Chevy dealer
GM junkie

 

well this is peachy. i called the second closest dealer (over 60 miles away) and they were clueless also. great help these people all. so i took one last shot in the dark and called one in omaha (that would be over 90 miles away from me) and they knew what i wanted. but couldnt fax it down to me. so i asked them to call the dealer near me and explain what to do. they said they did. but when i called the local dealer the dealer claimed their computers couldnt do it. when all else fails bang head on computer desk till you pass out i guess.
Snuffit
ps thanks for the help guys. i did a vin decode and it said i only have a firebird, any idea how to tell if its really a formula with this? 1G2FS21E9KL214873 (vin number)

 

I will try to have the parts guy I know run the vin. I will let you know.

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89'Camaro Convertible,96'firebird wheels,79'Z28 hood scoop, Dark yellow green paint from Bonnevilles, tan Mr. Mikes leather interior,Macewen white face gauges.
Dreaming of a RamJet 350,

Open element
Jet fan switch
180 degree thermostat

2nd place is always the first loser!

 

Didn't get to the dealer today. The guy that always helped me quit.I called up there today and found out he walked out, but I should still be able to get. I will let you know.

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89'Camaro Convertible,96'firebird wheels,79'Z28 hood scoop, Dark yellow green paint from Bonnevilles, tan Mr. Mikes leather interior,Macewen white face gauges.
Dreaming of a RamJet 350,

Open element
Jet fan switch
180 degree thermostat

2nd place is always the first loser!

[This message has been edited by 89rsvert (edited April 24, 2001).]

 

thanks for getting the info for me. the dealerships around here are still being stupid about getting it. i would love to know what my car was. because after talking to the owner i got it from im not to sure anymore. thanks
Snuffit

 

I'm not an expert but it does have throttle body on it and I've never heard of a non-Formula w/tb.
What Formula related items do you have on it?
Anything can be changed tho. How about some rpo's?

 

its got t-tops and a 5 speed with a 305 tbi setup pushing it along. drum breaks in the back and apparently whats left of a formula decal setup two white side words saying FORMULA are on the doors there arnt any other decals on it though. its got rear defrost (although that probably doesnt matter) power windows and locks...plus mirrors. um and a badge that says Performance suspetion under the map pocket thing on the passenger side. other then that i dont know its not factory exaust system (last guy put dual 3 inch straight pipes on it) oh well dont have any realy rpos yet. thanks
Snuffit

 

Damn GM. I went today and we tried to get spid labels for a couple 89's and they have changed it. It now starts at 90' and it's called a vis label. Sorry,


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89'Camaro Convertible,96'firebird wheels,79'Z28 hood scoop, Dark yellow green paint from Bonnevilles, tan Mr. Mikes leather interior,Macewen white face gauges.
Dreaming of a RamJet 350,

Open element
Jet fan switch
180 degree thermostat

2nd place is always the first loser!

 

ah darn. well thats not cool, thanks for the help though. ill contact Phs and get the info
Snuffit