In an era when new cars seem less exciting, I believe the world is crying out for a manufacturer like Pontiac. It was willing to push the boundaries, creating iconic muscle cars like the GTO. It dived head-first into the world of two-seat sports cars in the 1980s with the Fiero, a bold move that failed to produce the desired sales results. This 1987 Fiero SE is a prime example of the breed, and with a verified 10,600 miles on its odometer, it should offer its next owner years of motoring pleasure. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Tony P for spotting the Fiero listed here on Craigslist in Daytona Beach, Florida. Some will consider the price eye-watering because you will need to hand over $30,000 if you want to take this classic home.

Pontiac released the Fiero for the 1984 model year, producing a two-seat sports car with styling that was considered modern and crisp. It enjoyed a brief five-year production run, with our feature car rolling off the line in 1987. The seller became its custodian in December, purchasing it from the previous owner who had cherished it for thirty-three years. Its impressive presentation is no surprise given its history. The Bright Silver Metallic paint holds a nice shine, with none of the matte issues or patchiness that often plagues this shade with age. The seller admits there are a couple of minor cosmetic flaws, but if considered purely as a survivor-grade vehicle, its presentation is above average. There is no evidence or mention of rust below the surface, and the glass and 14″ alloy wheels are in good condition.

The Fiero’s interior is pretty typical of vehicles from this era, featuring plenty of “boxy” plastic trim. The seats wear Gray cloth, with the remaining upholstered surfaces finished in matching vinyl. The seller claims that this SE has a genuine and verified 10,600 miles on the clock, and the interior condition seemingly supports that. There is no evidence of wear or abuse and no signs of UV damage. The plastic isn’t cracked, broken, or crumbling, and there are no aftermarket additions. The seller mentions some headliner sagging as the only significant fault. It is nicely equipped by the standards of the day, with the new owner receiving air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, a leather-wrapped wheel, and an AM/FM radio/cassette player. One disappointment is the shifter, which confirms that the first owner focused more on comfort than outright performance.

Powering the Fiero is a mid-mounted 2.8-liter V6 producing 135hp and 165 ft/lbs of torque. Buyers typically ordered these cars with the five-speed manual transaxle, but this one features the three-speed automatic. That will impact outright acceleration, but with the Fiero still capable of returning respectable fuel economy in this form, it could function as an effective daily driver. This gem recently received a new heater core, cooling fan relay, and temperature switch. There is no specific information regarding how it runs or drives, but I would expect any Fiero within this price range to be in perfect mechanical health.

Let’s be brutally honest: The seller’s price for this 1987 Pontiac Fiero SE is well above the market average, especially considering it features the less desirable automatic transmission. It also proves why it is worth undertaking research before committing to a purchase of this type. The seller became its custodian in December, and an online search confirms that they paid $11,111 at that time. Would you pay the asking price, or are you kicking yourself that you didn’t spot it two months ago? I know what my answer is, and I suspect yours is probably the same.