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Pontiac Firebird repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (6%)

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2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatch

335-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

128000 mi Oil leak from Main rear seal repaired Replaced Coolant Tank 

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2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Convertible

325-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

107000 mi

US $900
replaced exhaust system 
108500 mi

US $10
Replaced ignition key. 
109000 mi

US $200
rear main seal leak; added stop leak which worked 

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2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatch

330-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

125000 mi

US $1650
(Change your coolant.) Coolant & oil mixing from inner-cooling gasket failures. Removed & completely rebuilt engine & heads, Replaced camshaft & lifters, all pumps, bearings, rings and seals. Install engine with new lubrication and coolant. 

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