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'''1986.5 Fiero GT''' is an enthusiast term commonly used for the fastback version of the 1986 [[Pontiac Fiero]] GT.

The term “1986.5” is not an official Pontiac model year. It is commonly used by Fiero owners to distinguish the later 1986 fastback GT from the earlier 1986 notchback GT.

== Overview ==

During the 1986 model year, the Fiero GT changed from the earlier notchback body style to the fastback body style.

Because this change happened during the model year, many enthusiasts refer to the fastback 1986 GT as the '''1986.5 GT''' or '''86.5 GT'''.

Both the notchback GT and fastback GT are factory 1986 model-year Fieros.

== Why it is called 1986.5 ==

The 1986.5 name is a community shorthand.

It helps identify the fastback 1986 GT without confusing it with the earlier 1986 notchback GT.

The name is useful in conversation, parts discussions, and historical descriptions, but it should not be treated as a separate official Pontiac model year.

== Body style ==

The main identifying feature of the 1986.5 Fiero GT is the fastback rear bodywork.

The fastback GT body style has a different rear clip, sail-panel area, decklid appearance, taillight treatment, and rear styling compared with the notchback body.

Related topics:

* [[Body panels]]
* [[Body conversions]]
* [[Fastback conversion]]

== Relationship to the 1986 GT ==

The 1986 model year included both notchback and fastback GT production.

In general enthusiast usage:

* Early 1986 GT usually refers to the notchback GT.
* 1986.5 GT usually refers to the fastback GT.
* Both are 1986 model-year cars.

For general 1986 model-year information, see:

* [[1986 Pontiac Fiero]]

== Engine and drivetrain ==

The 1986.5 Fiero GT used the 2.8L V6 engine.

Transmission availability followed 1986 Fiero GT equipment and options.

Related topics:

* [[Engine]]
* [[Transmission]]
* [[2.8L V6]]
* [[Manual transmission]]
* [[Automatic transmission]]

== Identification ==

A 1986.5 GT is typically identified by:

* 1986 model year
* GT trim
* Fastback rear body style
* 2.8L V6 engine
* GT-specific exterior and interior equipment

Because the term is informal, documentation may simply identify the car as a 1986 Fiero GT.

== Parts and interchange ==

Fastback-specific body and trim parts differ from notchback parts.

Important fastback-related parts may include:

* Rear clip
* Decklid
* Taillight assemblies
* Sail panels or quarter windows
* Rear bumper and trim pieces depending on configuration
* Interior or trim details depending on equipment

Some parts are shared with other Fiero models and years, while others are fastback-specific.

Related topics:

* [[Parts interchange]]
* [[Body panels]]
* [[Fastback conversion]]
* [[Part numbers]]

== Notes ==

The term 1986.5 GT is useful, but it can cause confusion if treated as an official model year.

When discussing titles, registration, VIN information, factory documentation, or parts catalogs, the car should normally be considered a 1986 Pontiac Fiero GT.

When discussing enthusiast history or body-style differences, the term 1986.5 GT is widely understood to mean the 1986 fastback GT.

== See also ==

* [[1986 Pontiac Fiero]]
* [[Pontiac Fiero]]
* [[Model years]]
* [[Body panels]]
* [[Body conversions]]
* [[Fastback conversion]]
* [[Parts interchange]]
* [[Fiero history]]

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