Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this 1970–1973 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Driver Side LH Full Rear Quarter Panel Steel 153083.
This driver-side (LH) full rear quarter panel is designed for 1970–1973 Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am models. It replaces the entire outer left-hand rear quarter section, restoring correct factory body lines, wheel opening contours, and the transition into the rear tail panel on vehicles with rust, collision damage, or previous improper repairs.
Early second-generation Firebirds (1970–1973) feature unique quarter panel geometry that is not shared with later models. This panel is manufactured to match those early contours, ensuring proper alignment with the door, trunk lid, rear tail panel, and rear bumper.
Features
- Fits 1970–1973 Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am
- Driver side / left-hand LH full rear quarter panel
- Steel construction
- Correct early 2nd gen body lines and contours
- Full panel replacement (not a patch or partial skin)
- Restores wheel opening profile and rear body alignment
- Ideal for full restorations or major rust repair
Fitment
- 1970 Pontiac Firebird
- 1971 Pontiac Firebird
- 1972 Pontiac Firebird
- 1973 Pontiac Firebird
- Fits Trans Am, Formula, and Base Firebird models
⚠️ Critical Fitment Notes
- Designed specifically for 1970–1973 models ONLYThis is a driver-side (LH) full quarter panel
- Will NOT fit 1974–1981 Firebird/Trans Am models
Material & Construction
- Manufactured from automotive-grade stamped steel
- Designed to replicate OEM thickness and structure
- Provides proper rigidity and long-term durability for restoration work
Installation Notes
- Weld-in installation required
- Professional installation strongly recommended:
- Involves removal of original quarter panel
- Drilling spot welds, alignment, and welding
- Test fitting is critical to ensure:
- Proper door gap alignment
- Correct trunk lid fitment
- Smooth transition into rear tail panel
Highlights
1970–1973 Firebird quarter panels are year-range specific and not interchangeable with later models
- Proper installation directly affects:
- Door alignment
- Rear body symmetry
- Overall vehicle appearance
- Full quarter panels are the correct solution when:
- Rust extends beyond lower sections
- Structural integrity is compromised
Why This Panel Matters
This panel defines the entire side profile of the car. If the quarter panel is off:
- Door gaps will be incorrect
- Rear body lines won’t align
- The vehicle will visually look “off” from any angle
Getting this panel right is essential for a proper restoration.
