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    Looking for a Firebird

    I was looking for an LS1, but gas prices are starting to make me rethink it. It'll be my daily driver, afterall.

    I was wondering about a few things. Do any of you guys without power windows/locks really miss it? That's something I've been wanting, but not sure if I want to pay the extra $2000 that it seems to go for. Also, is it possible to make them power locks and windows relatively easy? I was thinking I could maybe just buy some doors from a junkyard somewhere and swap it all over to mine.

    Also, are the '93-'97 Firebirds longer than the '98-'02 ones? It looks like they have a longer front end, but I wasn't sure. Thanks!
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    Re: Looking for a Firebird

    The extra $2000? For power doors/locks on a used vehicle? I don't think so. I almost bought a stripper Z28 a few months back, but I knew I would have regretted it. Find one with the options for a reasonable price, should be pretty easy to come across.
    2001 Black Z28 M6<br />Sprayed, slotted, geared and more~

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    • #3
      Re: Looking for a Firebird

      Originally posted by mcgodx
      Do any of you guys without power windows/locks really miss it?

      Also, are the '93-'97 Firebirds longer than the '98-'02 ones? It looks like they have a longer front end, but I wasn't sure.

      No, I don't miss them. Only have an electric antenna. Less weight and things to go wrong.

      Yes, it is longer in the front, and I think it looks better. :D
      Robert - owner www.FirebirdV6.com/CamaroV6.com

      "Mid-life crisis? I'm way beyond that!"

      1996 Black Firebird GTxxxRam Air V6 w/ M5xxxwww.FirebirdGT.com

      Raven

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      • #4
        Re: Looking for a Firebird

        I think it looks better than the Firebird from '98 up too, but was wondering if it's harder to get up inclines without scraping... My driveway is a little narrow and fairly steep. That's my concern, lol.

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        • #5
          Re: Looking for a Firebird

          You shouldn't have any problems, but if you do, you could always start going up at an angle.
          <b><i>Don\'t Ever Judge Me</i></b><br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/earnhardt132000\" target=\"_blank\">\'96 Firebird Y87 3.8L V6 5spd</a><br />--No mods as of yet, shoot me some ideas if ya want.<br />178,000 miles and counting

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          • #6
            Re: Looking for a Firebird

            I dont have power locks/windows on my truck. I hate it, have to take off my belt and like lay down in the seat to reach the passenger side to adjust window or unlock the door for a friend. and when someone pulls up on my right side at a traffic light and signals for me to roll down the window to talk... nightmare
            RedlineVSix

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            • #7
              Re: Looking for a Firebird

              i have an older style bird..they are longer and i like it that way :D
              <a href=\"http://photobucket.com/albums/a371/boyoi/firebird/?sc=1\" target=\"_blank\">My FireBird</a> K&N intake,Gutted cat, glass pack muffler.........Lots more to come...... <br />Getting my exhaust soon :)Rumbler Exhaust w/ Hooker\'s Headers :)

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              • #8
                Re: Looking for a Firebird

                About how fast would a '96 or '97 be with a manual? I know that it depends a lot on skill, but I've heard anywhere from 14.9 to 16.3. My friend always talks about how his Camaro lacks power, but when I ride with him, it seems to have a decent amount of power. His engine needs some work, though.

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                • #9
                  Re: Looking for a Firebird

                  Wow.

                  http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=201090417

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                  • #10
                    Re: Looking for a Firebird

                    My Camaro came with manual locks/windows and I had power locks put in, but power windows would be nice. I actually prefer manual on the drivers side because it's more reliable and faster, but like 95fbird kid said it's a pain when you have to roll down the passenger window.

                    I would have paid the extra $1100 for the package new, but I got one of the last two new 5-speed Camaros left in California in early 2003 and the only difference between them was the color.
                    <a href=\"http://webpages.charter.net/camarov6/Car%20Pics/New/IMG_0085.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">Black 2002 Camaro M5</a>-SS takeoff muffler, B&M Ripper, K&N Filter, 35/20% tint, Infinity speakers, Viper alarm, perpetually breaking clutch return spring mod. 15.49@90.15<br /><a href=\"http://webpages.charter.net/camarov6/Car%20Pics/P14.JPG\" target=\"_blank\">Pewter 2002 Firebird M5 (Dad\'s Car)</a>

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                    • #11
                      Re: Looking for a Firebird

                      Originally posted by mcgodx
                      Wow.

                      http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=201090417
                      Is it just me or is that just a tad bit over priced?

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                      • #12
                        Re: Looking for a Firebird

                        Originally posted by 98DC
                        Is it just me or is that just a tad bit over priced?
                        It's not just you.


                        http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/799659

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                        • #13
                          Re: Looking for a Firebird

                          According to Edmunds... about $6000 overpriced, lol.

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                          • #14
                            Re: Looking for a Firebird

                            You can't put a price on a beautiful color like bright green mettalic. You know you want to own my car's twin.



                            Seriously though if some one offered me even 8k for my car I would walk home from where ever I was.

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                            • #15
                              Re: Looking for a Firebird

                              price seems almost about right for my area :S:S
                              1995 Black Firebird Turbo 3.8L<br />Custom FS Headers | AiResearch T04B | Tial 38mm | Bosch BOV | 30\" FMIC | 2.75\" IC pipes | 3\" Exhaust w/cutout | Flowmaster 80 | Walbro In-Tank 255LPH | 180* termo | Autometer Boost + A/F (phantom) | 36# GTP injectors

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