Vehicle Description
2002 Firebird Trans Am WS6 Convertible
Trans Am, Grand National, LeMans, just a few of the cars named
after auto races or racing series. The Trans Am series was created
in 1966 by the Sports Car Club of America president at the time.
American V8 coupes were known to compete in the races although the
overall winner of the first race was driving an Alfa Romeo GTA.
For consignment, a one owner 2002 Firebird Trans Am WS6 with a
title verified 87,856 actual miles. While over the course of
production of the final gen T/A, black was by far the most common
color yet in 2002, only 347 black convertibles were produced, and
this is one of 217 with an automatic.
Exterior
Our car wears two stage black paint in glossy glowing glory and is
adorned with a unique stripe package in silver that colors the
headlight buckets, nose, hood bulge, decklid and rear wing, and
bumper cover. RAM AIR is written where the cowl meets the
windshield. The nose of the car is a symmetrical sight to behold
with inset fog lights, hidden headlights, and those enormous
nostril like air intakes gives the car the character of a fire
breathing dragon. A steeply raked windshield leads to the edge of
the canvas convertible top which presents in very nice condition.
The rear wing is like a shelf that hugs the curved rear window and
shoots backwards to ward off turbulence while keeping the tail
planted. The honeycomb pattern in the tail lights is a nod to the
Trans Am heritage motif and the quad exhaust tips are distinctive
and forever cool. 17-inch five spoke American Racing Torque Thrust
wheels in chrome bump up the hot rod factor of this F-body and wear
staggered size tires. This pampered Poncho shows chin scrapes as
the only noted exterior imperfections.
Interior
Standard black door panels with white inserts and gray buttons show
little wear while the seats are covered in gray and black neoprene
skins including the rear 2+2 seats with their deep bottoms. The
beefy black steering wheel is sculpted for good grip and also
covered and houses more gray buttons for radio control. A standard
dash continues the monochromatic interior, and the center stack
features large, gray plastic buttons for the AC controls while an
aftermarket JVC AM/FM/CD has been added. The stock radio will come
with the car. The straight shifter is in the center console and its
leather clad knob is a nice contrast with the factory interior. Low
pile black carpet is essentially flawless and protected by weather
rubber mats and the deep cargo area is lined with gray cloth panels
for a finishing touch.
Drivetrain
The 5.7 liter LS1 V8 under the sculpted hood wears a cold air
intake with dual filter and generates a dyno proven 360.08
horsepower. This one is equipped with a 4L60E 4-speed automatic
transmission which heads to the 10 bolt rear with 3.42 gears and
Positraction. Power disc brakes at all four corners help slow the
car down. Headers begin the exhaust process.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath with typical surface rust on uncoated
components and just residual oil on the pan and rear differential
and clear knuckles. Dual exhaust starts at headers, join into one
big pipe, find a stainless steel muffler, then split to exit via
chrome tips. Coil suspension occupies the front independent
suspension while a torque arm and coil springs live in the
back.
Drive-Ability
Not only do headers add a few ponies, but they create a richer
sound in the exhaust, which we hear when we crank the Firebird to
life. Dry tarmac awaits as we put the car into drive and take off
around our test loop. Enhanced by the cold air intake, this
naturally aspirated car provides plenty of power under foot, tracks
straight, and stays grounded around turns. Other than the power
locks being finicky, the functional items in the car operate as
they should. 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.
Yes, 2002 was the last year for the Trans Am and unlike the Camaro,
it's not coming back as Pontiac shut its doors in 2010. Here's an
opportunity to get a car you missed out on, a final year Trans Am
with the desirable WS6 package, a canvas top that does down and a
few more horses in the stable than your average Trans Am. Summer's
here and the time is right, for prancing in the street!
2G2FV32GX22169259
2-Canada
G-General Motors
2-Firebird
F-F Body
V-Trans Am
3-2 Door Convertible
2-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
G-5.7L LS1 V8
X-Check Digit
2-2002
2-St Therese Assy Plant
169259-Sequential Unit Number
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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