Vehicle Description
1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Coupe
In its fourth generation, the Firebird Trans Am received the
venerable 5.7 liter V8 derived from the C5 Corvette and in the
Pontiac, "detuned" to 285 horsepower. 1997 was the last year of the
fourth gen before a mid generation facelift that would add a new
hood, front fascia and many other cosmetic and mechanical changes,
but the 5.7 liter stayed.
For consignment, a 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am coupe with a
little bit of help from some forced air components under the hood
and some distinctive pinstriping on its Polar White panels.
Exterior
A WS6 style hood has been added to this car which adds aggressive
and functional ram air dual scoops that protrude higher over the
hood than that stock version would in 1997. The nosepiece houses a
pair of inset fog lights and begins the pinstripe coverage with a
design in the center and a stripe that follows the shape of the
scoops and rides next to them almost to the cowl. A forward leaning
C-pillar after the T-tops combines with a sweeping rear wing to
create a look that defines this F-body sports car. In Trans Am
tradition, the taillight flanks a continuous black bar across the
back over a smooth bumper cover that is sculpted to accept quad
exhaust tips. Pinstripes run over the front fender to the door,
break, and then pick up to ride just below the shoulder line and on
the deck lid. Another one rides the midline of the door, visually
connecting the bumper cover seams front and rear. 16-inch 5spoke
wheels wear 245/50ZR16 tires with a late 2021 date code.
Imperfections include peeling paint and chin scrapes on the nose,
flex cracks on that piece as well, and various scuffs and scratches
on the body. There are some mismatched shades of white and the
headliner that faces up under the T-tops has holes through wear and
exposure.
Interior
Standard and clean molded plastic and vinyl panels make up the
inner doors which house a variety of gray plastic switches. Black
leather sport seats are contoured to provide side support to
occupants and along with the 2+2 leather seats in back, present in
very good condition. The grippy steering wheel leads to a simple
gauge cluster on the dash with the tachometer overlapping the
speedometer and system readouts just below that. In the center,
three vents are above the factory AM/FM/CD radio with EQ and
underneath is the simple climate control panel. Black molded
plastic tops the center hump and surrounds the T-shifter and
indicator panel in front of a cupholder and storage bin. Like the
rest of the interior, low pile gray carpet is in good condition and
the bottom side of the headliner is also intact, while tinted
T-tops allow in some light.
Drivetrain
Under the hood, a relatively clean engine bay houses the 5.7 liter
with not much room to spare. The fuel injected engine includes a
Procharger with two intercoolers, tucked behind a headlight and
forces air into the throttle body. The radiator shroud and
reservoirs take up most of the front as the engine is fitted under
the cowl. Further back, a 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission
sends power to the 10 bolt rear axle. Power disc brakes are found
at all four wheels.
Undercarriage
Driver quality conditions underneath with some typical surface rust
and road dirt, but a noticeable absence of dripping oil or build up
grease. The frame bracing tightens up body flex for improved
handling. The exhaust leaves the engine and joins into a single
pipe, then into a Flowmaster muffler in the back where exhaust
pipes split in four exhaust tips. A torque arm is present in the
back along with coil springs which are also used in the front.
Drive-Ability
The exceedingly comfortable F-body is a great alternative if you
have a hard time entering and exiting a Corvette and the back seats
can accommodate the kids, grandkids, or several smaller adults. The
5.7 provides decent horsepower and the boost factor comes into play
fairly quickly for a little extra giddy up for this long-nosed
sports car. The brakes function as they should, handling is
excellent, and we found all other functions operational. While
Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at
the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions
will be working at the time of your purchase.
Here's your opportunity to get into a supercharged Trans Am that
presents cleanly and provides T-top open air fun as icing on this
white cake. A clean interior, flawless Procharger install, and
relatively fresh tires means you won't be purchasing a project,
rather a turnkey toy that aims to please.
2G2FV22PXV2217308
2-Canada
G-General Motors
2-Pontiac
F-F Body
V-Trans Am/Formula
2-2Dr Coupe
2-Manual Belts & Front Airbags
P-5.7L V8 LT-1
X-Check Digit
V-1997
2-St Therese Assy Plant
217308-Sequential Unit Number
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