In 1984, Pontiac invented the Fiero.

We've been

perfecting

it ever since.

Welcome to Boomtastic Racing. The ultimate destination for Fiero preservation, performance, and history.

In the early '80s, the automotive world was stalling.

Chrysler was leaning heavily into the minivan. GM was churning out bloated wagons and uninspired hatchbacks. The industry needed a shock to the system—fast. Pontiac provided the exact shot of adrenaline GM required. They delivered EXCITEMENT.

Pre-Production

The Pontiac Fiero—the brainchild of Hulki Aldikacti—was a 2-seat sports car cleverly billed to GM management as an economy commuter. It became the first mass-produced mid-engine sports car by an American manufacturer.

  • Originally planned as front-engine, but the hood height compromised the design. The engine was shifted to the rear, just ahead of the axles.
  • GM halted the project multiple times. Hulki and his crew believed in the vision enough to secretly build their own prototype.
  • The first Fiero was built at Entech outside of GM, constructed on goodwill and the promise of future payment.
  • Badged as a Subaru to mislead the press, the prototype stunned GM executives, finally securing the official green light.

1984 Fiero

Arriving just as GM sought to pivot from 1970s gas-guzzlers, the all-new, Pontiac-exclusive Fiero was an instant sensation. Pontiac built 136,840 units in its inaugural year.

  • Built on a steel unibody spaceframe, the Fiero was a fully drivable chassis before any composite body panels were attached.
  • A V8 was initially desired, but after a prototype outpaced a Corvette, budgets were slashed. Pontiac adapted surplus 2.5L Iron Duke engines to keep the dream alive.
  • Dealerships physically could not keep up with the overwhelming public demand.
  • Starting MSRP: $7,990.

1985 Fiero

Answering the call for more power, GM introduced the optional 2.8L V6. Production hit 76,371 units, with the highly anticipated V6 models accounting for 45,884 of them.

  • The 140 HP V6 transformed the Fiero into a legitimate performance contender, finally matching its aggressive styling.
  • The new GT model inherited the aerodynamic nose, rounded rear fascia, and wing from the Indy Pace Car edition.
  • Extensive wind tunnel testing ensured the new bodywork was as functional as it was beautiful.
  • Starting MSRP: $8,495.

1986 Fiero

Pontiac design engineers stunned the public with a sleek new "fastback" body style for the GT, introducing sweeping rear panels that dramatically altered the car's silhouette.

  • The revised GT featured a longer decklid, transparent sail panels, and modern 3-color taillamps, resting on 15" wheels.
  • A highly sought-after 5-speed manual transmission was introduced at the very end of the production run.
  • V6 cars received a new 120 MPH speedometer, and the base 13" wheels were upgraded across the board to 14".
  • Starting MSRP: $8,949.

1987 Fiero

Refinements continued with an increased fuel tank capacity and the introduction of a striking Bright Blue Metallic paint option. 46,581 Fieros rolled off the line in '87.

  • The fuel tank gained an additional 2 gallons of capacity, and the 4-speed manual was officially retired in favor of the 5-speed.
  • Quirky options: Only 482 Fieros were ordered with an AM-only radio, making it the rarest option of the year.
  • Bright Blue Metallic (Code 21) was an exclusive 1987 option. Only 4,458 were produced, making them highly collectible today.
  • Starting MSRP: $8,299.

1988 Fiero

The pinnacle of Fiero engineering arrived just as corporate politics doomed its future. Featuring a completely redesigned suspension, 1988 remains the most coveted model year.

  • The new Formula trim paired the aggressive GT powertrain with the lighter, sleek coupe body style.
  • Bright Yellow (Code 53) was offered for one year only. Just 1,166 yellow Fieros were built, making it the rarest factory color.
  • The suspension was entirely redesigned front and rear to match true sports car dynamics, accompanied by vastly improved braking systems.
  • Starting MSRP: $8,999.

The Next Generation

The best was truly yet to come. Pontiac was deep into the development of a radically updated second-generation Fiero when the project was abruptly canceled.

  • Prototypes featured modernized body panels, quad hidden headlamps, and heavily revised bumper fascias.
  • Powertrain discussions included dropping in a larger V6 or potentially utilizing the high-revving Quad 4 engine.
  • Only a single 1990 GT prototype escaped the crusher. It is currently preserved within the GM Heritage Collection.
  • What could have been a Corvette-killer remains one of GM's greatest "what ifs."
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Next Gen

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