Vehicle Description
The 1988 Pontiac Firebird GTA was already the true king of Pontiac
performance, but this example takes all the driving features you
love and also has all the rarest factory features around. That's
why it's a cherished low-mileage two-owner example that has spent
over a quarter-century with the last caretaker. So when you're
looking for that want one fuel-injected V8 classic that will always
draw added attention, you need to dig deeper into this notchback
coupe.
Gunmetal Gray Metallic is a terrific factory color to have on a car
like this, because it gives this one timeless style. Also, since
most people in the GTA world opted for one of the reds offered,
this is always going to be in rare company. These GTAs had a
terrific sporty style with the full body kit, vented hood, and rear
spoiler. And the gray paint does a great job of bringing out the
added style of the golden touches on the GTA badging, full-length
pinstriping, and hallmark crosslace alloy wheels. While the GTA was
already different-looking from the T/A, this one is even more
unique. A few lucky people dug deeper into their pockets to get the
notchback option. This was a specialty piece ordered from the
factory that took the rear back glass and gave you a sporty flat
hatch with a hint of flying buttress. It makes the car look
beautifully different, and it's also exceptionally rare with only
625 notchbacks ever delivered by Pontiac. So when you realize that
the GTA is a quite rare machine, and this has the rarest body style
in a seldom-seem color, you can start to imagine you may never run
into another Pontiac like this ever!
Exceptionally low mileage means little seat time, so the interior
looks amazing. And the tones of gray and black harmonize with the
exterior for a well-done total appearance inside and out. This full
package is loaded direct from the factory. It starts with the
new-style bucket seats that include electronic inflatable
bolstering for extra comfort in all conditions. Plus, you have
power windows, power locks, power steering, cruise control, the
premium AM/FM/cassette stereo w/5-band equalizer, and cold-blowing
air conditioning. The sports steering wheel is different than most
other cars you see, and that's for a good reason. It helps control
the optional full digital dash package. It's a rarely-seen feature
that gives this Pontiac the kind of tech that would even make KITT
jealous.
Under the hood is the optional Corvette-derived L98 5.7-liter
fuel-injected V8. This is believed to be original to the car, and
the low mileage means you can still see factory decals and
markings. The original alternator was replaced, but it is included
with the sale (that's just another sign of the fastidious care this
two-owner GTA has received.) The V8 fires up nicely like a proper
fuel-injected car should. GM's 700R4 four-speed automatic
transmission was a good paring because its stout nature can handle
the power and torque produced by the range-topping engine. Plus,
it's quick shifting nature and overdrive setup made it versatile
for everything from street to highway use. The GTA was the king of
the streets because it had four-wheel disc brakes and received the
desirable WS6 sports suspension as standard.
Complete with owner's manual, you now understand that you're
looking at the rarest of the rare. So if you're ready to be this
car's third-ever caretaker, call now!