1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

400ci V8 | Hurst Close-Ratio 4-Speed Manual | Smokey & The Bandit Appearance Theme

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LOT #

251146821

Classic Car

Vehicle Price$79,999
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$81,298
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
2W87Z9N133599
Lot Number:
251146821
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
38,863 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
400ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Heritage Brown
Interior Color:
Camel
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New York
  • 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
  • 400ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • Hurst Close-Ratio 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Heritage Brown Exterior
  • Camel Interior
  • Removable T-Tops
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Windows
  • T-Top Locks
  • Smokey & The Bandit Appearance Theme
  • Trans Am Hood Decal & Pinstriping
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Handling Package
  • Z-Bar Reinforcement
  • Rustproofing
  • Factory Undercoating
  • Snowflake Alloy Wheels
  • Dual Exhaust

Extras Included in the Sale

  • Original Bucket Seats (New)
  • Extra Set of T-Tops (Mirror Finish)
  • Original Paperwork
  • Service & Body Manuals

Overview of 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am For Sale by Owner

Few American performance cars command the same recognition as the second-generation Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, particularly examples tied to the golden Smokey & The Bandit era of late-1970s muscle. This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, showing 38,863 miles, captures that unmistakable mix of V8 performance, aggressive styling, and pop culture nostalgia that has made these cars enduring collector favorites. Finished in Heritage Brown over a Camel interior, this example presents in a richly period-correct color combination that perfectly suits its dramatic lines and iconic presence. Equipped with the sought-after 400ci V8 and a Hurst close-ratio 4-speed manual, this Trans Am also includes desirable extras such as original new bucket seats, an extra mirror-finish set of T-tops, original paperwork, and service/body manuals, making it an especially attractive offering for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am remains unmistakable decades later, with styling that defined an entire era of American performance. Finished in Heritage Brown and enhanced by the Smokey & The Bandit appearance theme, this Trans Am wears its iconic hood bird decal, signature pinstriping, shaker hood, and factory Snowflake alloy wheels with exactly the kind of visual drama enthusiasts expect. The low-slung body, flared fenders, quad headlamp front fascia, and removable T-tops combine to create one of the most recognizable silhouettes in muscle car history. The included extra mirror-finish T-tops provide an added bonus for collectors seeking additional originality or presentation flexibility. Inside, the Camel interior delivers the unmistakable warmth and character of late-1970s Pontiac design. The cockpit feels authentically analog, with classic instrumentation, driver-focused controls, and period styling throughout. Factory air conditioning and power windows add welcome comfort and convenience, while T-top locks preserve the functionality of the removable roof system. Included original new bucket seats, along with the accompanying original paperwork and factory service/body manuals, further enhance this Trans Am’s collector appeal and sense of completeness.

Engine

Power comes from Pontiac’s legendary 400ci naturally aspirated V8, fed by a 4-barrel carburetor and paired with the highly desirable Hurst close-ratio 4-speed manual transmission, a drivetrain combination that significantly elevates enthusiast appeal over automatic-equipped examples. Rear-wheel drive ensures the classic American muscle experience remains intact, with plenty of V8 torque and direct driver engagement. The factory handling package and four-wheel disc brakes provide more capable road manners and braking performance than many contemporaries, while features such as Z-bar reinforcement, rustproofing, and factory undercoating reflect thoughtful specification and long-term preservation considerations. This is exactly the kind of analog, row-your-own Trans Am that continues to define Pontiac’s muscle car legacy.

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