Vehicle Description
You know exactly why you want a black-on-black 1978 Pontiac Trans
AM (truckload of bootleg Coors, anyone?) But more than just a true
Starlight Black car upgraded with SE gold trim, this coupe proves
it's a desirable classic with features you rarely find in these
cars - including the numbers-matching V8, the right paperwork, and
an ice-cold A/C interior.
Sure, we all love a black late-70s Trans Am because it looks like
the true outlaw that raced through Smokey and the Bandit, but the
appeal of this one goes much deeper. First, it's a true Starlight
Black original car, and it has been treated to a professional
respray in 2010. You can tell they paid for quality, because it
still retains and nice clear coat luster in the sunshine. Plus, it
has been given the famous SE gold packaging - including the iconic
hood bird that declares war on every other car. More than just a
movie star with Hollywood shine, we love these T/As because they
nail all the aggressive details right, like the shaker hood, fender
vents, complete body kit, and the full-width rear spoiler. Of
course, no Trans Am would be complete without the cast alloy
"snowflake" wheels.
"Black is beautiful," is the first thing Burt Reynolds said when he
saw his Trans Am in the Bandit sequel, and this interior follows
that line perfectly. The high back vinyl bucket seats look good,
and so does the rest of the black interior. This is the product of
well-respected life (averaging under 2,100 miles annually) and
replacing key elements like the carpeting and headliner. Even the
three-spoke sports steering wheel is finished in black. But this
Trans Am doesn't feel like total midnight inside. Just like the
exterior trim, there are plenty of bright spots. These upper-class
T/As are famous for the large machine-turned aluminum panel in
dash. You'll notice this has all the right gauges, right down to
the clock/tach combo. It has premium factory features like power
windows and power locks. They are joined by terrific upgrades like
the retro-style stereo that has a modern USB input, and the factory
air conditioning is blowing cold with modern R134a. So it's a total
package interior restored and upgraded to keep you feeling happy
driving around town or on long road trips.
Under the hood is the 403 cubic-inch V8. Pontiac people know this
is the engine used only for places like California to add extra
torque. So it's something a bit more unique, and the it's the
numbers-matching original motor for the car. It looks quite
authentic in the engine bay, right down to the four-barrel
carburetor and factory hood shaker that everybody remembers so
well. Because you've got a nice header-fed dual exhaust with newer
Magnaflow mufflers, this has a terrific sound and extra power over
the factory California cars. The Trans Am has a reputation for not
only being quick, but thanks to front disc brakes and sway bars
front & rear, it also could handle the corners like a movie star.
Plus, this one has long-haul comfort thanks to a GM's TH350
three-speed automatic transmission (believed to be original) and
power steering.
The sale comes with the right paperwork, including the factory
build sheet, owner's manual, build receipts, and maintenance
record. You also get great extra components like extra decals for
the car. It's all part of a distinct and well-presented package
that takes a timeless legend and makes it great to drive today. So
don't miss this deal. Call now!
