1986 Pontiac Sunbird GT Turbo 2dr Convertible
All photo credits
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird 4-dr, base, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Pontiac Sunbird in Taiwan by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird 4-dr, base, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0L, rear 9.8.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Pontiac Sunbird SE Convertible Interior by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1986 Pontiac Sunbird GT Turbo 2dr Convertible is a 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-4 convertible with an automatic 3-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,769 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Sunbird measures 181.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,690 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,769 ($43,795 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L I4 turbocharged |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 14-in. aluminum alloy |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 181 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,690 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 31 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 37 in |
| Hip Room Front | 48 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 48 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1986 Pontiac Sunbird GT Turbo 2dr Convertible with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1986 Pontiac SUNBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Apr 28, 1986 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. NOTE: ALSO, SEE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 86V131000.
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 86V056000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Pontiac SUNBIRD
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Pontiac SUNBIRD. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1986 PONTIAC SUNBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.