The later Pontiac Fiero GT with its improved aerodynamics and far more potent V6 engine remains one of the better bargains of the emerging 1980s collector car class. The Fiero has always been somewhat unloved owing to its rather embarrassing start with the puny Iron Duke four-cylinder engine as standard equipment, but the later car made up for it despite being a short-lived model. This Fiero GT is described as a barn find with 72,000 miles on the clock and its white paint is a nice change of pace from the usual reds and blacks. Find it here on eBay with no reserve and bids up to $3,600.
The Fiero had so much potential when it was first introduced, like so many other GM models that were seen as potential threats to the Corvette. What I mean to say is there was never any room in GM’s lineup for another true performance car, which is unfortunate considering how competent the overall package of the FIero was. Despite the disappointing initial engine offering, the Fiero was a major investment on the company’s part to produce a compelling sport compact car that also produced decent fuel economy. The Fiero GT represented years of further development that improved the looks, handling, and power output. I’ve always loved the rear taillight panel on these later cars, along with the dual exhaust.
The interiors were also quite attractive, with deeply contoured bucket seats and tidy confines with absolutely no room for a backseat. Despite many so-called “sports” cars still coming with room for four, the Fiero was committed to its role as a mid-engined, two-door sports coupe. To think if the Fiero had continued to evolve, we would have had a legitimate Toyota MR2 fighter right here in the USA is a fun daydream, but alas, it didn’t happen. The Fiero was an expensive experiment, and it didn’t take long before GM decided the model needed to entire early retirement. Despite the so-called “barn find” condition, this Fiero looks quite clean inside and out.
The same goes for the engine compartment, where deep red paint is still visible on the valve covers and intake runners. The Fiero has some missing trim on the front right side of the bumper, but otherwise, I can’t see too many other battle scars from years of storage. The Fiero is located in Englishtown, New Jersey, which isn’t exactly the rust belt but they do get snow there. Hopefully, it’s as clean underneath as it appears up top because at the current bid price and no reserve, this Fiero GT looks like a bargain.
Gorgeous! Too bad for the 3speed autotragic…. I want one with a 5speed one day.. but will I be able to afford it? Prolly not lol
“Autotragic?” What, are people who physically can’t drive a stick supposed to just not drive at all or something? Grow up.
Most people who can’t drive a standard, can’t fit in a Fiero.
People who physically can’t drive a stick should count their blessings that they aren’t blind, shift into drive, and calm down.
I agree with nycbjr. Would only own want a stick myself and that doesn’t mean all cars should be sticks. Each to their own. Grow up. What elementary grade are you in.
What physical disability would keep a person from driving a manual transmission? Missing an arm or a leg would make it difficult, but if it were me then I would get DSG Paddle shifters. After a left knee injury I drove a clutch using my right leg only. After a failed clutch linkage I drove over 100 miles on back roads speed shifting, and engine off to go back into 1st at stop signs. I am proud of my desire to over come obstacles and I have so few compared to many people. This is my editorial opinion.. you are entitled to you own editorial opinion.
Autotragic is still a dog-o-matic regardless of driver ability
I had that same plan until I happened upon a nice ’87 GT 5 speed on a dealer lot a few years back. It was in great condition.
I was severely disappointed by the shifter feel…it seems the linkage to the rear causes that. Perhaps I’m just to finicky after having Honda gearboxes all these years, but that killed it for me.
I do still love the GT…an incredible design.
I felt the same way about the cable shifter connection on the early Fieros. I heard that the later ones were significantly improved but if you are referencing a 1987 then maybe not. We were all used to the close coupled rear drive arrangement back then. With that said the first front drive car I ever owned was a 1989 Civic. Honda got it right, both in the linkage and the transmission itself. I love the whole concept of the Fiero, but never felt that GM was ever serious about shifting and suspension tuning.
It’s been many years since I drove one, but I seem to remember the shifter is mounted high and isn’t smooth.
Either CARFAX is wrong or this car hasn’t been registered in 21 years…”Last reported odometer: 72,203 (07/06/2001″.
Too bad about the automatic. Seems this final year is the one to have.
Well the title says “Stored 20 years”…
Another case of ‘When GM finally gets it right,
they discontinue it”.
Best year for Fiero. Looks like a bargain
A fiero w the potent 2.0L Camaro mill would be pretty awesome.
Has GM ever made a headliner that would stay up for any length of time?
My 1972 Nova never had a headliner problem. Really thin paint, and rust however were a problem. Gladly would have traded those two problems for a headliner that fell down.
Thanks, Tim D…I had both hips replaced and can no-longer use a clutch for any amount of distance. Automatic is the only choice for me. There is no need for the ‘aren’t blind’ comments from CC Fisher!
they finally got the bugs and issue out from previous years and was ready to add electric power steering in late 88 and then pontiac pull the plug on millions wasted to fix the problems
80s collector class. No such thing. Everything was garbage in the 80s.
And yet my 88 Fiero is still on the road 35 years later.
Love my 88 GT, 5 speed, CJB T-top Fiero piece of 80s garbage.
Disagree with the blanket statement. 80’s had some sketchy cars just like every other decade. Bought a brand new 85 Trans Am with the LB9 TPI V8 and it wasn’t a bad car at all.
Ben…’nonsence’ (everything was garbage in the 80’s) ….Buick Grand National and many other vehicles!!!!
One thing we know for sure there were $100k cars made that would not outrun the Grand National in the quarter mile. So they were definitely not junk. A lot of people writing that were not even driving in the 80’s. They just keep repeating what they hear.
add: “were not garbage”…
Back in the late ’80s a work buddy had one of these… ’86 or ’87 GT with a 5 speed. At the same time I was driving a Bertone (FIAT) X1/9. Although both were mid-engine, the driving experience was vastly different. The X was a point-and-squirt type of car… the Fiero was bigger and felt it… although it was a wonderful highway cruiser… it had legs and that little v6 felt great. Always thought the Fiero GT was under appreciated… they were fun cars… and the final year with all the improvements is the one to get… but wouldn’t want this one with the slushbox.
I had an 87 Fiero GT. It was an excellent sports car and was powerful and fun to drive. Mine was a 5 spd. The drawback was a cheap plasticky gm interior. They should have spent a couple of thousand more on interior and it would’ve been 10x the car.
I also had an x/19 in the eighties. A friend had purchased a new 84 fiero w std shift 4 cyl. When he drove my x-19, I thought he was gonna cry! The early fiero was a pretend mid-engine sports car. The x-19 was a go cart!
Ya… the 4 cylinder Fiero was a bit underwhelming… the old “iron duke” 4 may have been good in postal delivery trucks and base CJs, but not so much in what was suppose to be a sports car… being somewhat agricultural in feel. Probably a compromise Pontiac had to make when they were selling the “P-car commuter” project to GM brass. The 2.8 liter v6 transformed the car into a nice GT cruiser.
Used to buy these at a wrecker/towing service auction. Usually recouped a measurable amount of my cost from the change under the seats. Occasionally they would give me an automatic/4/notch just to clear the space.
Quality wise everything was garbage.
Dude you’re embarrassing yourself. Stop commenting on things you clearly know nothing about. Let the adults talk here.
I bought a beautiful ’88 with the 5-speed in yellow. I was told it was a very rare color for the Fiero. It had a rod knock, so I sourced the Buick V6 with the supercharger for an engine replacement. The Buick came with an automatic and I couldn’t figure out how to use the 5-speed due to the advanced electronics involved with the swap. I was told it wouldn’t pass emissions if I did get it to work. Ended up selling it out of frustration. BIG mistake on my part as now there are no emissions testing in my area. Dang! Opportunity missed.
Still for sale?
JMB#7…this is my editorial opinion…I live in the Greater Toronto Area. One can’t go two block without a stop-sign or traffic light. Repeated use of the clutch causes me a slight pain in my left replaced hip. I can do it, but doing so caused me to not use the manual cars. I sold them because of my love of them. Non-use is the worse thing to do to a collector car.
I don’t know why any fool would want to call somebody else out for not wanting to drive a standard shift. I would think that would not be anybody’s business. Some people just like to put their nose in other people’s business. That is my opinion of JMB#7.
Did not intend to offend anyone. My response was to someone calling out someone else for using the “Autotragic” comment. So now you are giving an opinion of me??? At least give your opinion of my editorial comment. Please read the {{Tim D comment,“Autotragic?” What, are people who physically can’t drive a stick supposed to just not drive at all or something? Grow up.}} If the editors would like to remove this whole string of Automatic vs Manual Transmission discussion, I am fine with that. But please stop rationalizing why you know what is better for other people.
Paul.. I see that you appreciate the manual transmission experience. I applaud your commitment and desire to send your cars to owners that will drive them. My wife had a similar issue as you and now has an automatic. I also have an automatic in my tow vehicle. The rest are manual transmissions which get regular use (one daily, and one seasonal). She still enjoys driving the manual but cannot drive one every single day. I have always favored small displacement Sport/Road-race type cars.
I did a little poking around and found the following. If you do want an automatic in your Fiero, then there are some better transmissions available today that are almost drop in replacements. Do a little research on club forums, but any of these would be a significant improvement. 4T60 (aka TH440) , the 4T65-E would be a better choice. By the way, the listing ended quickly on this one. Looked like a really clean car, hopefully it found a good home.