At a Glance: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Exterior
Interior
Driveline
With its period-correct 1980s aesthetic, this extensively restored 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am T-Top features a superbly restored exterior, a fully restored interior, and an upgraded driveline. According to the VIN, the original powerplant was a 4.9-liter 301 V8 which has since replaced by a rebuilt 6.6-liter 400 V8 and the appropriate 6.6 identification elements on the shaker hood scoop. With total production numbers for 301 T-top cars totaling 4,831 in 1979, this Trans Am is truly a rare bird. It is now being offered on consignment with a clean title and a clean Carfax.
The 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am saw major stylistic upgrades from its predecessors, with a four-headlight fascia and relocated grill drawing a sharp contrast to previous years. This example has been modified to a period-correct aesthetic of the 1980s, a style defined by staggered Cragar S/S chrome wheels and BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires obscuring the red calipers of the four-wheel disc brakes. The restoration left a hint of patina in the form of the original blackout tail panel. The paint, however, is far more recent and displays few to no notable defects. Occupants enjoy a fully restored cloth interior with a handful of tasteful patina points carried over from the restoration. A B&M ratchet shifter takes center stage below the removable tinted T-tops and upgraded dome lighting. Vintage Air heating and conditioning controls are mounted above a modern retro-style AM/FM stereo head unit with auxiliary input – both in keeping with the classic aesthetic. Door panels, seats, carpeting, and headliner are all new; a few original switches and brightwork elements remain, showing minimal wear from over four decades of use. The odometer shows 36,062 miles at the time of consignment and is believed to have rolled over once.
According to the VIN sequence, the original powerplant for this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am was a 4.9-liter 301 V8 producing a wheezing 135 horsepower. This ‘bird now packs a rebuilt 6.6-liter 400 V8 estimated to produce more than double the horsepower of the original 301. Every system was addressed during the restoration, and some period-correct under-hood bling was added in the form of red spark plug wires, polished valve covers, a polished brake master cylinder, and a polished compressor for the Vintage Air A/C system.
At a Glance: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
One of just 4,831 produced for 1979, this rare bird packs a 6.6-liter V8 with double the power of the original engine.
Exterior –
Cragar S/S wheels
BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires
4 Wheel Disc
Red calipers
Tinted T-Tops
Flawless paint
Interior –
Fully restored cloth interior
New brightwork and switchgear
Vintage Air heat and air conditioning
Retro-style AM/FM stereo head unit with aux input
Oil pressure gauge
Water temperature gauge
Driveline –
Rebuilt 6.6-liter 400 ci V8
Automatic transmission w/ B&M ratchet shifter
Radial Tuned Suspension
Polished valve covers
Polished a/c compressor
Polished brake master
The Pontiac Firebird is an American icon. Four generations have been produced from 1967 to 2002. the Firebird was General Motors' answer to Ford's Mustang ponycar. It is closely related to the Chevy Camaro; in fact, the Firebird and Camaro are basically the same car. They share platforms, engines, and even some interior details. Meanwhile, Trans Am signifies an upgrade package for the Firebird that brings distinctive exterior elements, an upgraded interior, and some mechanical enhancements too. Hence, if you're seeking to add a Trans Am to your collection, check out this second-generation 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. The car comes to you fresh off a full restoration, with a mere 3,500 miles on the odometer since rebirth. Will you take it on, drive it, and cherish it? Because these cars are meant to be enjoyed.
Muscle cars played a big part in Hollywood; their iconic designs graced the big screen in style. Looking back at the most impressive muscle cars in classic Hollywood flicks and, you can't turn a blind eye to the legendary Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Trans AM. Built to be a movie icon and a performance machine, the Pontiac Trans Am is a hot property in the collectors market. It's time you got in the fun and drove off in this 1978 Pontiac Trans AM we have today. With a reported 93,940 miles on the clock, this Hollywood legend is a performance machine and a movie icon waiting for its new custodians.
Throughout America's automobile history, many car models were introduced and were just one-hit wonders. During the late 1960s, Pontiac, by then part of General Motors, wanted to compete with Ford's latest Pony car, the Ford Mustang. In came the Pontiac Firebird, with its Coke Bottle styling, slit taillights, and quad headlights, which were snatched up by the public in droves. Pontiac went on to produce the Firebird until 2002 with four generations of the iconic car under its belt. The third generation Firebird was produced from 1981 to 1992 and featured a radically new design from its outgoing generation. It, of course, was tremendously helped by the 80's hit TV show, Knight Rider. Up for the taking is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA, of which only 9,765 were built in the US of A and ready for the next owner to relive the good ol' muscle car days.
Undoubtedly, the '60s was the era for muscle cars, but the decades that followed may have garnered a reputation for toning that approach down just a tad. However, this changed in the 2000s with the release of the first-generation tribute Mustang and the rebirth of the Chevrolet Camaro that is now popular from the Transformer franchise. But there was another new-age muscle car that deserves a look, too: this iconic 2006 Pontiac GTO we have today. With a reported 66,000 miles on the clock, this American powerhouse is built to take your weekend drives up a notch and be the talking point at your local car show.
The golden era of muscle cars is widely thought to have peaked around the late ’60s and early ’70s. It was the time before stricter emissions and economic regulations came into play that put an end to the ever-swelling engine capacities and power outputs that manufacturers used to lure customers into their showrooms. The 1969 Pontiac GTO Coupe defined this golden era. With its stunning and aggressive design and scarcely believable engine configurations under the hood, the GTO is a true muscle car in every sense of the word. Our featured vehicle celebrates this era of design and power. It comes with the iconic 400 ci engine that has been freshly rebuilt, along with a host of new parts and accessories, enabling you to taste the best of the original muscle car era.
The mid-2000s marked a distinct shift in the automotive landscape, with consumer preferences veering towards more efficient and technologically advanced vehicles. Despite this, the era produced some noteworthy muscle cars that defied the trend, offering a nod to their glorious predecessors from the 1960s. Among these modern classics is the 2006 Pontiac GTO, a vehicle that stands out as a rare gem in an age where the roar of a large V8 engine became increasingly uncommon. With 76,000 miles logged, this GTO redefines performance for the 2000s, delivering reliability and exhilaration with every mile driven, ensuring an abundance of smiles per gallon.
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