There have been two different vehicles bearing the name Pontiac Sunbird.1975-1980
The 1975-1980 Sunbird was a version of the Chevrolet Monza on the GM H platform.1982-1994
The 1985 Sunbird was a compact car that was first produced as the J2000 in 1981 for the 1982 model year. In 1983, the "J" was dropped from the name, and a limited-run convertible version was dubbed 2000 Sunbird. In 1984, all 2000s were called 2000 Sunbirds, and for the 1985 model year, the "2000" was dropped altogether. Production under the Sunbird name was continued until 1994.
The Pontiac Sunbird was built on the GM J platform which it shared with sibling brands under various names.
The Sunbird depending on the model year came with one of these engines:
- 1.8 L OHC I4 Carbeurated
- 1.8 L OHC I4 TBI
- 1.8 L OHC I4 MPFI Turbo
- 2.0 L OHC I4 TBI
- 2.0 L OHC I4 MPFI
- 2.0 L OHC I4 MPFI Turbo
- 2.8 L 60° OHV V6
- 3.1 L (191 in³) 60° V6
After 1994, the Sunbird was replaced by the Sunfire.[ Visit the complete Wikipedia entry for Pontiac Sunbird ]
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