1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula Trans Am in Gulf Shores, Alabama

1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition — Frame‑Off RestoMod by “Retired Rides”

LS3 6.2L V8 • 4L70E Automatic • Silver‑Grey Finish • Grey/Black/Red Hood Bird

Only 369 Miles Since Restoration • Offered at $69,890

A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional Trans Am. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition has undergone a complete frame‑off RestoMod transformation by the respected craftsmen at Retired Rides, blending the unmistakable presence of a late‑70s American icon with the performance and reliability of modern engineering.

Finished in its signature silver‑grey Anniversary color, this Trans Am proudly displays the legendary grey, black, and red screaming‑chicken hood bird—a timeless symbol of Pontiac performance and one of the most recognizable graphics in muscle‑car history.

Mechanical & Performance Highlights

• Hot LS3 6.2L V8 — tuned to approx. 520 hp
• 4L70E automatic transmission with 3,000‑stall converter
• Motor mount frame powder‑coated
• Transmission controller included
• Front drive kit
• LS starter
• Hedman headers
• High‑pressure fuel pump
• FFI fuel filter & intake
• New fuel lines
• Transmission cooler with fittings, hoses, clamps & fans
• SS custom radiator hoses
• Aluminum radiator
• Stainless exhaust system
• 10‑bolt rear end
• Serpentine pulley system
• Control arms & sway bars
• New ball joints & tie rods
• 3‑link coilover suspension (front & rear)
• Full coilover setup for superior ride and handling
• New drilled & slotted rotors
• Hydro‑boost brake system with new hoses & master cylinder
• Rack & pinion steering
• New wiring throughout
• New belts & hoses
• Driveshaft modification
• Cable shifter
• 4‑wheel Wilwood disc brakes
• Two resonators
• Powder‑coated brackets
• Vintage Air A/C system
• A/C kit installed
• Lokar tilt steering
• RattleTrap sound‑deadening mats
• Custom coil covers
• Custom hood latches

Exterior, Interior & Cosmetic Details

• Silver‑grey Anniversary finish — deep, clean, and show‑quality
• Iconic grey/black/red hood bird — crisp and beautifully applied
• New headlights & taillights
• New rear glass
• Custom wheels
• Pioneer sound system
• Power windows & power locks
• Interior is stock‑style but like new — clean, tight, and beautifully preserved

Condition & Build Quality

• Frame‑off restoration — every component addressed, refinished, or replaced
• Clean, straight body with excellent panel fit
• Runs strong and tight — no rattles, no drama, just pure modernized Trans Am performance
• Excellent overall condition — ready to cruise, show, or collect
• Mileage:
  • 34,216 miles before restoration
  • Only 369 miles since completion

Price: $69,890

A rare, investment‑grade opportunity for the enthusiast who wants modern performance wrapped in one of Pontiac’s most iconic designs. This Trans Am delivers the best of both worlds: the timeless styling of the 10th Anniversary Edition and the power, drivability, and reliability of a professionally built LS3 RestoMod.