The 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT arrived as a fully sorted sports car just as the nameplate’s reputation was collapsing under the weight of earlier mistakes. By the time that final model year hit showrooms, ...

Over the years, the Pontiac Fiero carved out a curious niche for itself, not for its sports car status, but as the preferred donor car for supercar replicas, largely thanks to its mid-engined layout.

Forty years ago, a sprightly looking two-seater burst onto the U.S. market, grabbing the imagination of everyone who wanted a Ferrari but had to work a normal day job. The Pontiac Fiero was introduced ...