134991 / 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
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This awesome Trans Am is a well optioned '79 model that pairs a 6.6 litre V8 and 3-speed automatic gearbox with factory air conditioning and all the outrageous Pontiac swagger you could ever ask for!
BODYWORK/TRIM
After leaving GM's Van Nuys assembly line in the summer of 1979, this Poncho was trailered to Dale Sharp Pontiac in Topeka, Kansas. Thanks to a lifetime of calculated use and meticulous care, the car became an excellent starting point for a professional, ground-up restoration. Correct Solar Gold 2-stage was applied under tough *w&TRANS AM*w& call-outs and brilliant Screamin' Chicken decals. And details like black headlight buckets, correct black reveal moldings, correct black tail lamps and familiar wheel spoilers round out classic, pavement-pounding aesthetics.
ENGINE
Naturally, 6.6 litres of GM power back up the car's angry demeanor. Correctly restored and ready to roll, this coupe, like the vast majority of factory-accurate 1979 Trans Ams, is equipped with a 403 cubic inch V8. And, it's pretty easy to identify that Oldsmobile-sourced block since *w&403*w& is cast right in to the passenger's side of its iron casing. A big 4-barrel carburetor feeds 4A heads that are equipped with 83cc combustion chambers. Delco Air conditioning is always a welcome addition. Decals and brandings are as fresh as when the car rolled off the assembly line. Everything is neatly wrapped in a striking combination of Satin Black and GM Corporate Blue paint. And, while horsepower numbers aren't exactly off the charts, 320 lb./ft. of torque is more than enough oomph to make this 'bird fly!
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Under the floors, a clean chassis visually confirms the car's just finished restoration while hosting a mile-long list of correct components. The 403 V8 entertained only one option for shifting: GM's trusty Turbo-Hydramatic 350 3-speed. That gearbox sends power to a correct GM 10-bolt, which is equipped with a posi-traction differential and highway-friendly gears. Around that rock-solid powertrain, a full F41 suspension, which includes mandatory power steering and thick sway bars, combines with power front disc and rear drum brakes to provide quick stops and great handling. A single-into-dual exhaust system has been upgraded with a Magnaflow converter, Walker Quiet-Flow 3 mufflers and polished side-splitter tips. And, at the corners of the car, requisite 'snowflake' wheels spin 255/60R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/As around correct gold paint and familiar 'gold bird' center caps.
INTERIOR
Behind this Pontiac's massive doors, you'll find a correct Camel Tan interior that's centered in miles of cool trim. Rebuilt seats are comfortably firm, framing a simple, Camel Tan console and chrome GM shifter. In front of those seats, an engine turned instrument panel hangs crystal clear gauges above factory climate control and a reconditioned Delco-GM stereo. And in front of the driver, a standard Formula steering wheel spins around a tilting column.
With its awesome drivetrain, ornate interior and vivid Solar Gold paint, this Trans Am simply can't be beat in the realm of late '70s muscle cars. Factor in a fresh restoration, full documentation and the well-known swagger that only team Firebird can deliver, and you get a truly special cruiser for not a lot of money. If you're ready to put a premium Poncho in your collection, call, click or visit RKMotorsCharlot... today!
Boy the fun I had in mine when I was 20yrs old. Almost identical car except mine had t-tops, 4-wheel disc brakes(full WS6 suspension), and a 3.73 posi-trac rear end. Was a fun car until the 403 let go at about 160k miles. Connecting rod put a fist size hole in the oil pan. Bought a '71 455 Rocket to replace the 403 but never finished it. That 455 which had the larger "C" chamber heads tho when we got it running, holy he'll it was a whole different beast over the stock 403. Those were the days.
2.73 rear in those...
This is identical to the one I had! Well, close. Same color, but where mine did have power windows and locks, it did not have the snowflake rims, but instead had the standard Pontiac rally rims. I bought mine used in 1982 with 45,000 miles on it. If I'm remembering correctly, I paid $5,500 for it from the original owner, which was a fair price back in the day. Mine also had the Olds 403, which only had 185 hp, but it had so much torque that I felt like a king driving it. It would cruise on the interstate all day at 100+ mph without breaking a sweat. The ultimate road cruiser, the ride was smooth and comfortable, and the body was tight and didn't rattle. A sweet car, it is the one that got away, and I miss it terribly. I'm envious of whoever got this one.
beautiful car, owned the exact same car/color combo new in '79. but this is the old's 403, not the pontiac 400. the scoop should read..6.6 liter. the T/A 6.6 was reserved for the pontiac 400 and no T/A 6.6 400 came with an auto. in '79 carrying the pontiac engine.. these are classic cars, and this one is an absolute gem.
'Brings back happy memories - I had one of these in UK - awesome! Tho' not a T/A motor & no WS6 suspension, was well optioned incl a/c, power windows & Houndstooth seat covers & more (found the build sheet behind rear seat by accident!). Had for 5 years from '83-'88 - bought with only 9,000 miles on it & only 5,000 @ 1st MOT (inspection @ 3 yrs). Apparently built for UK, but stood in a US East Coast stock yard for over 2 years, but in still in fabulous condition when I bought it from first owner who used it in summer only to travel from London to Cornwall for holidays...! Friend Duncan (with '77 400ci) each replaced std exhaust with full dual hand-built system in 14g 2"dia - wonderful sound! I also made custom clip-on headlamp covers in body colour for summer to replicate ultimately ditched flip-up headlight of original nose design - looked amazing!
Jeffrey Reynolds Nice. Didn't go to flip-up headlights until 1982 tho which while it looked ok, I wish they would have left them open some how, re-designed. Always loved Firebirds/Trans-Ams from the day they were born, till the day Pontiac wad sadly put to bed. Bring back Pontiac & the Firebird/Trans-Ams!
@Jeffrey Reynolds How did people in the UK react to seeing this car? I'm wondering because I recall reading an article in Car & Driver magazine back in the day where the author of the article drove a 1979 Trans Am around there, and he said that the locals thought the styling was ugly. Was that your experience as well? I happen to think it's a gorgeous car (I've owned several in my time), however I know European cars have an entirely different aesthetic. For instance, I live in the USA, but my father loved European cars, and absolutely hated the design of my Trans Am. He did however like my 1979 Firebird Formula, so I think he just had a problem with all of the vents and spoilers, not to mention the giant bird. These cars recall many very happy times. Cheers!
Bring back Pontiac just for the Trans Am.
I like the way you think. This body style was my favorite. Probably because the ones I had were all this body style (second generation, IIRC). I miss them.
they do not make cars like this nowadays
Tengo uno igual gold,t tops, 403old.