Few muscle cars command attention quite like a black second
generation Trans Am. By 1978, Pontiac had perfected the aggressive
styling that made these cars icons of the late muscle car era, with
the shaker hood, front and rear spoilers, honeycomb wheels, and
unmistakable road presence that still turns heads nearly five
decades later. While the legendary Special Edition models became
instant celebrities thanks to Hollywood, tribute builds like this
capture the same unmistakable attitude while delivering modern
reliability and substantially more performance than Pontiac could
have imagined in 1978.
Power comes from a Proformance Unlimited Pontiac 400ci crate V8
producing a stout 450 horsepower. Built with Edelbrock aluminum
heads, an Edelbrock aluminum intake, hydraulic roller camshaft, MSD
Pro Billet distributor, full ARP engine hardware, and free flowing
dual exhaust, this Pontiac delivers the deep rumble and hard
charging performance enthusiasts expect. Shifting duties are
handled by a professionally built 200R4 automatic transmission,
giving this Firebird strong acceleration along with comfortable
highway cruising.
Finished in sinister black over a matching black vinyl bucket seat
interior, this Trans Am nails the classic Pontiac muscle car
formula. The shaker hood rises proudly through the hood while new
honeycomb wheels complete the unmistakable factory inspired
appearance. Inside, you'll find bucket seats, a center console,
custom console with integrated cupholders, tilt steering column,
power windows, air conditioning, aftermarket stereo system,
tachometer, and even a rear backup camera that adds modern
convenience without taking away from the vintage character.
Handling and stopping have been upgraded with power steering, power
front disc brakes, and front and rear sway bars to help this
Pontiac feel planted whether carving through winding roads or
cruising to the local car show. Details like the chrome front
driver, driver's remote mirror, and custom rear package tray round
out a thoughtful build that blends classic styling with carefully
selected upgrades.
Whether you're chasing the look of the legendary Special Edition
Trans Ams or simply want one of Pontiac's greatest performance
icons with modern horsepower and drivability, this 1978 Firebird
Trans Am Special Edition Tribute delivers the best of both worlds.
It has the unmistakable presence, the legendary Pontiac V8
soundtrack, and enough performance to remind everyone why these
birds continue to soar among American muscle car legends.
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