Collectors take note; What do you get when you add the game
changing Buick turbo V6 to a chassis platform suited for spirited
driving and limit its production to only 1,555 units? - An
incredible muscle car with the quickest 0-to-60 times available in
any U.S. production-car showroom-at any price, even faster than the
beloved Corvette of its day! Oh, and an instant collectible!
Much as we enjoyed the Regals that debuted the new turbo
powerplants, we couldn't help but won�der how the mighty Buick
turbo V-6 would feel in a modern, sophisticat�ed car-a car with the
taut handling and sleek aerodynamics to exploit the engine's heroic
output fully. General Motors was apparently thinking the same
thing, for now the Buick-turbo�-engined Trans Am is a reality. This
limited-production 20th Anniversary TA was also selected as the
pace car for the 1989 Indianapolis 500, running completely stock
except for adding the pace car light pack.
As iconic as Grand Nationals and GNXs have become, they have the
downfall of being based on a more touring style chassis, which
limits their performance potential past the � mile mark, thus
requiring them to be speed limited at 124 mph.
No such precautions are needed with the turbo Trans Am. Thanks to
its performance-oriented plat�form, the turbo TA can run without a
speed limiter. Thus freed, the turbocharged 3.8-liter V-6 is able
to push the Trans Am all the way up to 153 mph. At last:
straight-line performance that delivers on the promise of both the
Trans Am and the Buick V-6.
The example shown here, with only 9,579 on the odometer, is an
unmolested time capsule, fully optioned with glass t-tops and
leather interior. Largely untouched aside from routine service
items, it will make a great addition to anyone's '80-'90s car
collection. Call us today to make it yours!
Specs:
Fully optioned, limited production Turbo Trans Am
Only 9,579 miles - Mileage exempt on Title
1 of only 1,555 TTAs produced
1 of only 1,324 TTAs produced with optional T-tops and an optional
leather interior
3.8 liter turbocharged V6
Automatic transmission (Only transmission option available for
Turbo cars) TH-200 4-speed
Power steering
Air Conditioning
1LE 4-wheel power disc brakes
WS6 Special Performance Suspension
Medium Beechwood leather interior with split rear seats
White paint with correct T-tops and correct Trans Am GTA aero
16-inch Trans Am GTA diamond spoke wheels with Goodyear tires
Vehicle Details
1989 Pontiac Firebird
Listing ID:CC-1883096
Price:$53,900
Location:Charlotte, North Carolina
Year:1989
Make:Pontiac
Model:Firebird
Exterior Color:White
Interior Color:Camel
Transmission:Automatic
Odometer:9557
Stock Number:137838
VIN:1G5FW2171KL241476
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