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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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Pontiac Firebird repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (15%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (62%)

< $100 (15%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatch

335-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

Pontiac Firebird in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

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

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2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatch

335-horsepower 5.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Pontiac Firebird in Texas, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

35000 mi

US $296
right headlamp door inop. replaced actuator motor 

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2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Convertible

325-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

Pontiac Firebird in New York, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

106000 mi

US $325
replace seals in compressor and refilled refrigerant 
Jan 2017

107000 mi

US $900
replaced exhaust system 
Apr 2021

109000 mi

US $150
Replaced front struts 
Jul 2021

108500 mi

US $10
Replaced ignition key. 
Feb 2022

109000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear differential fluid and new differential cover rear main seal leak; added stop leak which worked 

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2001 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Convertible

325-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

Pontiac Firebird in Minnesota, United States
- Oct 2016
Oct 2016

63131 mi

US $1306
Power steering rack began leaking at the seals on the driver's side of the steering rack. Replaced entire rack with a rebuilt factory unit. 

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2000 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatch

330-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

Pontiac Firebird in Alabama, United States
- Oct 2011
Jun 2006

80000 mi

US $210
(10 bolt) Differential carrier bearing failure due to faulty oil seal at axel. Removed, dissaembled, cleaned and reassembled with new needed parts. Set all clearances and preloads properly Reinstalled and filled with proper lubricant. 
Oct 2011

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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1999 Pontiac Firebird 2-door

8-cylinder manual 2WD

Pontiac in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
Feb 2017

128000 mi

US $200
Replaced defective driver side window motor. Replaced a c belt. 
Apr 2019

138000 mi

US $50
Replaced driver window motor again 
May 2020

138000 mi

US $250
R&R steering rack assembly. 
Apr 2021

139980 mi

US $100
Replaced failed alternator with new 

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