- 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Y84 Special Edition
- W72 400ci V8
- 4-Speed Manual
- RWD
- Starlight Black Exterior
- Camel Tan Interior
- Y84 Special Edition Package
- “Screaming Chicken” Hood Decal In Gold
- Swapped w/ Different Trans Am Wheels
- Low Profile Tires
- Gold Grille Surrounds
- “Special Edition” Badging
- Hurst T-Tops
In the current era we are living in, the automotive world is slowly but surely leaning towards EVs. However, our fellow seasoned automotive enthusiasts recall a time when cars used to represent art on wheels, and a V8 engine would provide the background symphony. If we focus on the American motor industry, the first phrase that comes to anyone's mind is “Muscle cars.” The Pontiac Trans Am played a prominent part in this segment, gaining fame as the hero car in Smokey and the Bandit and Knight Rider’s KITT. The 1979 Y84 Trans Am, like the example we are featuring here, is a collectible "Bandit" edition with a gold bird, gold decals, and gold wheels. Current owner reports that this car only has under 64,000 miles on its odometer. Located in Delray Beach, Florida, this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Y84 Special Edition is surely a worthy car to add to your classic collection.
Exterior and Interior
Our subject 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Y84 Special Edition wears a Starlight Black coat and is crowned with Hurst T-tops. The removable T-Tops are a bonus if you enjoy the open-air feel on a sunny day. As mentioned earlier, this exterior is beautified with a “Screaming Chicken” hood decal in gold, gold grille surrounds, and “Special Edition” badging. However, the gold wheels are swapped with different Trans Am wheels with a unique Snowflake design. These wheels are wrapped in BF Goodrich G-Force Comp 2 low-profile tires. The interior of this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Y84 Special Edition flaunts shades of tan, which beautifully complement the gold features on the exterior. The driver is provided with a three-spoke vintage-style steering wheel, while all passengers are seated in comfortable plush seats.
Engine
The Pontiac W72 400ci (6.6L) V8 engine, also known as the "T/A 6.6," is a special one as it was discontinued after the ’79 model year, resulting in the vehicle price skyrocketing. According to Pontiac, this engine produces 220 HP out of the factory. Power is delivered to the wheels via a 4-speed manual transmission.
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