https://www.fieropedia.com/index.php?action=history&feed=atom&title=Body_conversionsBody conversions - Revision history2026-09-05T07:57:36ZRevision history for this page on the wikiMediaWiki 1.46.0https://www.fieropedia.com/index.php?title=Body_conversions&diff=63&oldid=prevCliff: Created page with "'''Body conversions''' are modifications that change the exterior appearance, body style, or body-panel configuration of the Pontiac Fiero. Because the Fiero uses a steel space frame with removable composite body panels, it has often been used for body conversions, rebodies, kit cars, custom panels, and fastback conversions. == Overview == The Fiero's exterior body panels are not the primary structural frame of the car. This makes it possible to remove, replace, m..."2026-07-06T11:03:07Z<p>Created page with "'''Body conversions''' are modifications that change the exterior appearance, body style, or body-panel configuration of the <a href="/index.php?title=Pontiac_Fiero" title="Pontiac Fiero">Pontiac Fiero</a>. Because the Fiero uses a steel space frame with removable composite body panels, it has often been used for body conversions, rebodies, kit cars, custom panels, and fastback conversions. == Overview == The Fiero's exterior body panels are not the primary structural frame of the car. This makes it possible to remove, replace, m..."</p>
<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Body conversions''' are modifications that change the exterior appearance, body style, or body-panel configuration of the [[Pontiac Fiero]].<br />
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Because the Fiero uses a steel space frame with removable composite body panels, it has often been used for body conversions, rebodies, kit cars, custom panels, and fastback conversions.<br />
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== Overview ==<br />
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The Fiero's exterior body panels are not the primary structural frame of the car. This makes it possible to remove, replace, modify, or redesign many exterior panels while retaining the original chassis structure.<br />
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Body conversions can range from factory-style changes, such as a fastback conversion, to full custom rebodies or kit-car projects.<br />
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== Common body conversion types ==<br />
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Common Fiero body conversion topics include:<br />
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* [[Fastback conversion]]<br />
* [[GT fastback]]<br />
* [[Notchback]]<br />
* [[Aero body]]<br />
* [[Coupe body]]<br />
* [[Kit cars]]<br />
* [[Rebody]]<br />
* [[Custom body panels]]<br />
* [[Widebody conversion]]<br />
* [[Chop top]]<br />
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== Fastback conversions ==<br />
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A fastback conversion changes a notchback Fiero to use the fastback GT rear body style.<br />
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A typical fastback conversion may involve the rear clip, decklid, tail lights, sail panels, inner panels, wiring changes, trim, and related mounting hardware.<br />
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Related topics:<br />
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* [[Fastback conversion]]<br />
* [[GT fastback]]<br />
* [[Fiero GT]]<br />
* [[Tail lights]]<br />
* [[Sail panels]]<br />
* [[Rear clip]]<br />
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== Kit cars and rebodies ==<br />
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The Fiero has often been used as a base for kit cars and rebodies because of its mid-engine layout, compact size, removable body panels, and steel space frame.<br />
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Some conversions are inspired by exotic cars, while others are fully custom designs.<br />
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Related topics:<br />
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* [[Kit cars]]<br />
* [[Rebody]]<br />
* [[Space frame]]<br />
* [[Composite body panels]]<br />
* [[Custom body panels]]<br />
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== Body panel interchange ==<br />
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Body conversions often require understanding which panels, brackets, lights, trim, and wiring parts interchange between model years and body styles.<br />
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Related topics:<br />
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* [[Body panel interchange]]<br />
* [[Parts interchange]]<br />
* [[Body panels]]<br />
* [[Replacement part numbers]]<br />
* [[Discontinued parts]]<br />
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== Structural considerations ==<br />
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Although the Fiero's exterior panels are removable, the steel space frame is structural. Body conversions should not compromise the frame, suspension mounting points, crash structure, door alignment, seat belt mounting points, or other safety-related areas.<br />
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Related topics:<br />
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* [[Space frame]]<br />
* [[Rust inspection]]<br />
* [[Jacking points]]<br />
* [[Body alignment]]<br />
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== Electrical and lighting changes ==<br />
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Some body conversions require changes to lighting, wiring, marker lights, tail lights, license plate lighting, or turn signals.<br />
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Related topics:<br />
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* [[Electrical system]]<br />
* [[Tail lights]]<br />
* [[Turn signals]]<br />
* [[Marker lights]]<br />
* [[Wiring harness]]<br />
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== Notes ==<br />
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Body conversions should document donor parts, required panels, mounting changes, wiring changes, fitment issues, and whether the conversion is reversible.<br />
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Because many body conversions are custom or small-production projects, availability of parts and documentation may vary.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
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* [[Body panels]]<br />
* [[Interior modifications]]<br />
* [[Kit cars]]<br />
* [[Fastback conversion]]<br />
* [[Parts interchange]]<br />
* [[Fiero history]]<br />
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