I have a 1989 chevy beretta with a 2.8 engine

Coil 1 and 4 are not firing

tested the coils and they are good

spark plus and wires are good also

what could cause that coil to not fire..I have replaced it with a new one and I have the same result.

if it were the ignition module..would any of the coils fire ( ignition module can't be tested at autozone because of the type)

Try swapping the non-firing coils with firing coils. If the problem follows the coils.. then ther is your answer. If the problem stays with the 1 & 4 coil spots, then it could either be the ignition control module or possibly a wire and plug issue. I am assuming that 1 & 4 are on the same coil pack together? Also check to make sure all the connections from the control module to the pack are securely connected and free of debris.

I swapped the coils and the same spot is bad with the different/new coil there.. there are new plugs and wires..yes 1 and 4 are on the same coil...

Sounds like to me your problem is your ignition control module.