Finished in Martinique Blue, this isn't your average 1978 Trans
Am!
A modern 6.0-Liter V8 Mated to a 4L60E 4 Speed Automatic
Transmission has been installed along with Vintage Air A/C.
Stopping Power comes from 4 Wheel Power Disc Brakes with Cross
Driller Rotors.
The interior has been redone with bucket seats, new carpet, sound
deadening insulation, Dakota Digital Gauges, a custom stereo and
Power Windows.
A stunning combination that provides iconic muscle car looks with
modern drivability!!
Great lease rates and Financing also available on any of our
inventory!
Buy Sell Trade Consignments Welcome!
Please email
[email protected] or call
1-818-773-8181
About the Trans Am:
The Pontiac Firebird was built and produced from the 1967 to 2002
model years. Designed as a pony car to compete with the Ford
Mustang, it was introduced on February 23, 1967, five months after
GM's Chevrolet division's platform-sharing Camaro. This also
coincided with the release of the 1967 Mercury Cougar, Ford's
upscale, platform-sharing version of the Mustang.
The name "Firebird" was also previously used by GM for the General
Motors Firebird in the 1950s and early 1960s concept cars.
The second-generation debut for the 1970 model year was delayed
until February 26, 1970, because of tooling and engineering
problems; thus, its popular designation as a 1970� model, while
leftover 1969s were listed in early Pontiac literature without a
model-year identification. This generation of Firebirds were
available in coupe form only; after the 1969 model year,
convertibles were not available until 1989.
Replacing the "Coke bottle" styling was a more "swoopy" body style,
while still retaining some traditional elements. The top of the
rear window line went almost straight down to the lip of the trunk
lid. The new design was initially characterized by a large
B-pillar, until 1975 when the rear window was enlarged. Originally,
the "wraparound" style window that occupied more of the b-pillar
was initially supposed to be the design, but problems with the glue
and sealing the rear window led to the flat style window being used
until the re-designed body in 1975. This style became the look that
was to epitomize the F-body styling for the longest period during
the Firebird's lifetime.
Models
Firebird
Firebird Esprit
Firebird Formula
Firebird Trans Am
Special/Limited Editions and appearance packages
Formula appearance package (RPO W50, 1976-1981)
50th Anniversary limited edition (2,590 units, RPO Y82, 1976)
Special Edition appearance package, black with gold pinstriping
(RPO Y82 1977-1978, RPO Y84 1978-1981)
Sky Bird Esprit appearance package (RPO W60, 1977-1978)
Red Bird Esprit appearance package (RPO W68, 1978-1979)
Yellow Bird Esprit appearance package (RPO W73, 1980)
Special Edition appearance package, gold with brown pinstriping
(8,666 units, RPO Y88, 1978)
10th Anniversary Trans Am (TATA) limited edition (7,500 units, RPO
Y89, 1979)
Turbo Trans Am Indianapolis pace car limited edition (5,700 units,
RPO Y85, 1980)
Turbo Trans Am "Daytona 500" pace car limited edition (2,000 units,
RPO Y85, 1981)
Macho Trans Am (offered by the Mecham Pontiac dealership in
Glendale, AZ) (~400 units, 1977-1980).
Fire Am (Firebird American) offered by Herb Adams/VSE (~200 units,
1976-1981)
Changes for 1978 were slight, with a switch from a honeycomb to a
crosshatch pattern grille being the most notable change to the body
style. The decals for the standard Trans Ams changed from the
"looping style" lettering to the "block-style" font that would
remain on the Firebird until the end of the second generation.
T-tops in 1978 transitioned from Hurst units to Fisher (GM) in
mid-year. Pontiac also introduced the Red Bird package on the
Firebird Esprit model. Painted in Roman red with a matching deluxe
red interior, it demonstrated gold accents with a unique Red Bird
graphic on the b-pillars. It also included a Formula steering wheel
with gold spokes and gold dash bezel, similar to the ones included
in the Special Edition package, however, the red and gold steering
wheel was exclusive to the Red Bird Esprit.
The W72 engine option also saw a revision to the camshaft duration
and the tuning of the Rochester Quadrajet which lead to a 10%
increase of horsepower from the following year, bringing the total
to 220 hp. Additionally, the earlier stronger and more durable
481988 cast block returned on the W72, denoted with a large "XX"
cast protruding off the side of the block near the cast code. The
WS6 special performance package developed by Herb Adams was
introduced as a handling option for the Trans Am, including a
larger diameter rear sway bar, tighter ratio steering box,
15x8-inch snowflake wheels, additional frame bracing, as well as
other suspension changes. Delays in manufacturing prevented the
rear disc brake (RPO J65) from being available on the 1978 model
year.43 #fn43 Approximately 23.1% (28,239) of Formulas and Trans
Ams in 1978 had the WS6 option according to Pontiac sales
information at the start of 1979. At the end of 1978, the WS6
handling package became available for the Formula models as
well.
Whilst Fusion Motor Company make a sincere effort to supply
information that is accurate and complete, we are aware that errors
and omissions may occur. Therefore, we are not able to guarantee
the accuracy of the information and we cannot accept liability for
loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any
reliance on which you may place on the information contained on
this website or our advertisements. We highly recommend that you
examine the vehicle to check the accuracy of the information
supplied. If you have any questions, please contact us at
[email protected] or by calling 818-773-8181
