- MY 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo SE
- 4.9L V8
- 3-Speed Automatic Transmission
- RWD
- Seat Covers
- New Tires
- Waldron Mufflers
- New Exhaust System
- Factory T-Tops
- Original Turbo Wheels
Pontiac’s Firebird is one desirable car. It was made from 1967 to 2002 across four generations, and many believe GM didn’t have to kill it off. Yet, away it went, and Pontiac as a brand followed eight years later. The Firebird is a legend of the silver screen; the second generation on which this 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo comes from is widely hailed as the era of the Smokey and the Bandit car. This car sports a reportedly original 74,814 miles and is up for grabs.
Exterior and Interior
The iconic design of the second generation was the work of Bill Porter and is very representative of its era. You’ve got curves, muscular flanks, and rounded-off corners to contend with. A wrap-around rear windshield is another iconic feature of the second-generation Firebird, and you’ll notice the similarities with the Camaro of the same era, too. It is no surprise, as the two are cousins. This 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo brings you all those iconic features in a signature shade of black, punctuated by the iconic “Screaming Chicken” motif atop the hood in all its glory. The original Turbo wheels are present in gold and wear new tires. You’ve also got the original T-tops on this car. The interior of this 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo features a four-seat layout with tan upholstery and seat covers for added protection. The dashboard and other trim elements are dark brown, save for a meter cluster surround in a silver metal finish. The climate control panel on this car leads us to believe that it has air conditioning, too. The only thing missing is the radio, but you can easily install one of your choice.
Engine
This 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo packs a 4.9L V8 with a single Garrett TB305 turbocharger feeding its Rochester 4-barrel carburetor. The engine made 210 horsepower when new, as per Chevy figures. In this car, it’s paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission and powers the rear wheels. You’ve also got a new exhaust system with Waldron mufflers for that signature muscle car roar.
The 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible represents the final era of Pontiac’s legendary fourth-generation F-body platform, combining classic American V8 performance with open-air cruising capability. This example has traveled 103,930 miles and is finished in Bright Silver with a Dark Pewter interior and Black convertible soft top. Equipped with the desirable WS6 Ram Air Performance Package, this Trans Am benefits from the iconic functional Ram Air induction system, high-performance upgrades, and aggressive styling cues that helped define the performance image of Pontiac’s flagship sports car. With its LT1 V8, rear-wheel-drive layout, and limited-production convertible configuration, this Trans Am remains an enthusiast-focused piece of Pontiac performance history.
The 1996 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible represents the peak of the fourth-generation F-body platform, combining classic American V8 performance with open-air cruising capability. Powered by the Corvette-derived LT1 V8 and featuring rear-wheel drive, this Trans Am delivers the traditional muscle car formula with modern fuel injection, refined handling, and everyday drivability. Showing only 48,933 miles, this example pairs the desirable Trans Am styling with a convertible configuration and a clean, low-mileage presentation.
By 1977, the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am had firmly established itself as one of the defining American muscle cars of the decade, pairing aggressive styling with unmistakable V8 performance. This example shows 1,506 miles on the odometer and is finished in Red over a matching Red interior. Power comes from a reported built, non-matching-numbers 403ci V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission and a Positraction rear differential with 3.42 gears. Enhanced with a true dual exhaust and producing a reported 242 rear-wheel horsepower and 301 lb-ft of rear-wheel torque on a chassis dyno, this Trans Am offers the classic appearance enthusiasts love with performance upgrades that make it equally enjoyable on the road.
The 1985 Pontiac Fiero SE represents Pontiac’s first production mid-engine sports car, bringing exotic-inspired proportions and rear-wheel-drive dynamics to the affordable performance market. Designed with a lightweight chassis and a unique mid-engine layout, the Fiero offered a distinctive driving experience unlike anything else in Pontiac’s lineup at the time. Finished in Red with a Gray cloth interior, this example shows approximately 34,942 miles and features the SE trim package, factory alloy wheels, and an automatic transmission for comfortable cruising. With its iconic wedge-shaped styling, pop-up headlights, and limited production history, this Fiero SE captures an important chapter in Pontiac performance history.
The 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible represents the final era of Pontiac’s legendary fourth-generation F-body platform, combining classic American V8 performance with open-air cruising capability. This example has traveled 103,930 miles and is finished in Bright Silver with a Dark Pewter interior and Black convertible soft top. Equipped with the desirable WS6 Ram Air Performance Package, this Trans Am benefits from the iconic functional Ram Air induction system, high-performance upgrades, and aggressive styling cues that helped define the performance image of Pontiac’s flagship sports car. With its LT1 V8, rear-wheel-drive layout, and limited-production convertible configuration, this Trans Am remains an enthusiast-focused piece of Pontiac performance history.
The 1996 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible represents the peak of the fourth-generation F-body platform, combining classic American V8 performance with open-air cruising capability. Powered by the Corvette-derived LT1 V8 and featuring rear-wheel drive, this Trans Am delivers the traditional muscle car formula with modern fuel injection, refined handling, and everyday drivability. Showing only 48,933 miles, this example pairs the desirable Trans Am styling with a convertible configuration and a clean, low-mileage presentation.
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