Vehicle Description
There was just something a bit meaner about the restyled 1979
Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. So when you can find an actual miles
example that has remained in the same family all its life, then
this special loaded and sleek V8 coupe has an instant
attraction.
There's something very distinctive about the factory-correct Solar
Gold. It created one of the coolest coordinating packages around
when combined with the darker gold hood bird and golden snowflake
alloy wheels. So it was sort of like a custom car straight from the
factory. This one amps up the appeal because it's a two-owner
machine that has been in the same family since it was purchased new
in Michigan (there's even great paperwork to show it.) So this
coupe has been treated with respect all its life, including a
professional re-spray about midway. More than just the history,
this has all the elements we love. The widebody appearance is pure
aggression - the headlights are individually separated; there are
large flares for each fender; and the spoiler covers the rear from
end-to-end. And everyone loves the attitude that comes from the
side scoops and the shaker hood.
The camel interior is a great complementing color to the exterior.
And since this coupe has only averaged around 1,600 miles annually,
it looks refreshingly original - right down to the hobnail cloth
pattern on the seat inserts. And you'll also love how it's loaded
with features like power windows, power locks, tilt wheel, electric
rear defrost, and factory AM/FM stereo. Even the factory air
conditioning is blowing nice and cold. The driver gets to face
iconic components like the Trans Am's special three-spoke steering
wheel, cool machined aluminum dash, and full gauge package with
large speedo and tach.
The 403 cubic-inch V8 is original to the car, and it has an
authentic appearance right down to the decals. And while the shaker
hood might only be a display piece on this model year, Pontiac knew
it was just too cool not to have on the T/A. The tidy appearance
suggests the powerplant has been treated to good regular
maintenance, and the way it fires up easily reinforces this careful
life. The motor makes great muscle car sounds out of the dual
exhaust, and it moves the car with authority. Plus, this one has
long-haul comfort thanks to a TH350 three-speed automatic
transmission, cruise control, and power steering. Finishing off
this driver-friendly package are power brakes w/discs up front and
sway bars front & rear.
You get all the right documentation with the sale, including the
factory buildsheet, dealer invoice, original warranty card, owner's
manual, and maintenance records. This is a rare opportunity to get
a one of the coolest classics around that was also treated like a
member of the family. Don't miss your chance, call today!
