GT and SE differences?

[86FieroSS]

Im pretty new to the Fiero and ive noticed two different models of 1986 Fieros. It seems the GT has a fast back look with a back side windshield and the SE models do not. Can anyone tell me the differences between the two? Performance and looks please. Thank you

[MrPbody]

The GT was introduced in '85, and had the same body panels as the "M" models. It did have a large wing on the deck, not shared by the lesser models. It also had the 5-speed trans as "standard". Engines were the same (V6s, that is). They also had 15" wheels, not on the SEs.

In '86, they added the large side curtains and the drooped rear. It helped a little in aerodynamics, but middle-engine cars are always "hurting" where aero issues are concerned.

It remained relatively unchanged for '87. The BIG change came in '88, when they added the Lotus Engineering suspension design. My '86 wasn't a BAD handler, but would "skate" badly if driven just a bit too hard. The '88 simply "plants" in a corner and goes around it. No comparison! The '88 is really a "sports car", unlike the "commuter vehicle" designation GM gave the line. The '88 still used pretty much the same engine/trans combination, though some were equipped with the Muncie 5-speed instead of the Isuzu.

I'm sure there are other "changes", but these are ones I know about for certain.

Helpful?

Jim

[Old Lar]

An 86 SE had two versions. The limited production 4 cylinder (4031 made) and a V6 model (28274 made). These were coupe styled cars. The GT model had upgraded suspension and "fastback" styled bodies. There were 6105 four speed manuals, 2271 five speed manuals and 9284 automatic transmission produced. (The 86 GT was essentially unchanged for the 87 model year).

There was no Lotus suspensions or Lotus inspired suspensions produced in a Fiero, but an urban myth because the 88 suspension was so much better than the previous years. Someone produced some "stickers" with Lotus Suspension on them for people to add to this myth.

[MrPbody]

Old Lar,

The Fiero Store, the local Fiero club, and many magazine writers disagree with the comment on Lotus Engineering. I didn't say it had "Lotus supsension", I said it had Lotus Engineering suspension. BIG difference. In those days, GM owned Lotus Engineering. They had MANY prototypes and experiemental stuff, some of which found its way into Fiero. And yes, it's FAR superior to the '87-older models. I drive one every day!

Jim

[italian fiero]

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