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, you'll make sure it has
a true distinction. That's why we love this 1979 10th Anniversary
Edition.
With a name like Platinum Silver the paint needs to shine. That's
why this was resprayed later in life 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. Even the
Daytona 500 NASCAR pace car decals match with these colors for a
fully coherent appearance across the whole car. 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. It's even the
debut of the now-iconic turbo-style aluminum wheels. And even the
center caps match in this detail-oriented T/A.
Inside, the silver leather seats are so special to this package
that it's nice to have them looking highly original. They
coordinate with the full silver interior, including the dash,
carpeting, sports steering wheel, and door panels with the special
bird logos embroidered like the exterior stripes. So on a special
silver package like this, the machine-turned dash panel looks even
more appropriate. Best of all, you can share it with the world
thanks to the removable glass T-tops. For the right person this is
a great car with plenty of extras. It includes provisions for
features such as air conditioning, power windows, and an
AM/FM/cassette stereo.
The 6.6-liter 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.
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 classic Trans Am that will always have
distinction, all you have to do is call today!
