1978 Pontiac Firebird 2-Door Hardtop Coupe
The 1978 Pontiac Firebird base coupe (observed in production VINs).
Confidence
95%
2S87U8L188506
305 cu.in. V8 (U)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop Coupe
Body
Van Nuys, CA
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
Source: GM Passenger VIN System cards; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1978 Pontiac Firebird
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 2 | Pontiac |
| Model Code | S87 | Firebird |
| Engine Code | U | 305 cu.in. V8 (U) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | L | Van Nuys, CA |
| Serial Number | 188506 | Unit #188506 |
Basic Information
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Hardtop Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine305 cu.in. V8 (U)
Cylinders8
Displacement305 cu.in. CID
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantVan Nuys, CA
Plant CodeL
Pattern SourcePontiac