Green Machine. The Pontiac Firebird is an American vehicle that was manufactured and sold by Pontiac from 1967 to 2002. The first-generation Firebirds were distinguished by their "coke-bottle" appearance. Unlike the Camaro, its bumpers were incorporated into the front end design, and its rear "slit" taillights were inspired by the Pontiac GTO. Both a two-door hatchback and a convertible were available through the 1970 model year (the next generation, without the convertible, was announced as 1970 1/2 models).