Vehicle Description
Trans Ams are red hot right now. So yes, you're far from the only
person who loves a cool T-top Pontiac. Which means if you're going
to get your hands on one for the long term, make sure it has a true
distinction. That's why we love this 1979 10th Anniversary Edition
that has been given some great recent investments to really draw a
crowd.
With a name like Platinum Silver the paint needs to shine. That's
why this was resprayed in 2016 to return plenty of luster that gets
lost over the decades. But when diving into a special classic like
this, it's important you invest in the details, too. So we're happy
to see all the pieces particular to this car are in place. It
starts up front with the wide air dam that sets off the aggressive
appearance. On the hood is a special version of the "screaming"
bird that's exclusive to these cars. It's wider than normal, and it
helps set up the charcoal accent color that runs from the shaker
hood, around the doors, and ends at the pinstripe behind the
T-tops. And speaking of the pinstripe, this red and black dual line
also runs across the fender flares to match the bold Trans Am decal
on the fenders. Plus, it also provides another color separation
line on the bumpers and rear spoiler. This was truly a unique
package that was expensive to coordinate in the 1970s, and no
factory likely would even try to attempt it today. The anniversary
edition is even the debut of the now-iconic turbo-style aluminum
wheels. It takes time, money, and a detailed mind to keep this car
looking correct, so it's amazing such a complete classic is also
still so affordable.
The silver presentation continues inside. The silver leather seats
are so special to this package that there was an investment this
year to restore them to terrific condition. It's this kind of
presentation that will make you love taking the T-tops out and
cruising around to let everyone see this special leather. In fact,
Pontiac was so eager with this anniversary edition that every
surface inside the car is some hue of silver or gray. The only part
that is not a precious metal colored are the bold Trans Am logos
stitched into the door panels - another sign of Pontiac's
investment in these cars. There are some nice features like power
windows and provisions for factory air conditioning. The driver
gets a leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel, and beyond that,
the dash is presented in the T/A's hallmark machine-turned aluminum
panel. The original gauge pack glows red like an aircraft, and even
the factory tach/clock combo works perfectly.
The 403 cubic-inch V8 has an authentic appearance right down to the
factory shaker hood that everybody remembers so well. The block is
still covered in factory-correct Pontiac Blue paint, and it looks
like this powerplant has been treated to good regular maintenance.
It even includes a new aluminum radiator, gas tank, and
transmission seals. The motor makes great muscle car sounds out of
the dual exhaust, and it moves the car with authority. The Trans Am
has a reputation for not only being quick, but also as one of the
best all-around handling sports cars of its day. That's why you
have great features like sway bars front & rear, as well as
four-wheel disc brakes. Plus, this one has long-haul comfort, too,
thanks to a three-speed automatic transmission and power
steering.
So if you want a well restored Trans Am that will always have
distinction, all you have to do is call today!
