These engines are standard in the Formula model and Trans Am, but only the base model and Trans Am come in the convertible. Although the chassis has received refinement over the years, with this newest generation of Firebird, the body received a significant freshening in 1998. The new look is wedge sleek and very aggressive. I like the look, especially in the convertible. The front end has daytime running lamps and standard fog lights mounted low and integrated in the front bumper, with pop up quad headlights.
Coil springs are at each corner.
Anti-roll bars are located front and rear. Combine this with an exceptionally rigid body, the results are exceptional cornering and handling. But what about the ride. Would it be punishing or smooth and controlled. Pontiac has been working hard to improve and revise spring rates and shock valving.