Few American performance cars are as instantly recognizable as the
black and gold Pontiac Trans Am. Finished in Starlight Black with
gold Special Edition graphics, this 1979 Trans Am Y84 Special
Edition captures the unmistakable styling that helped make the
second-generation Firebird an icon of the late 1970s.
Showing 28,383 miles, this example features one of the most
desirable factory combinations available: a Pontiac 6.6L (400ci) V8
paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Adding to its appeal is
the Y84 Special Edition appearance package, complete with the
legendary Screaming Chicken hood decal, along with factory T-Tops
and the sought-after WS6 Special Performance Package.
The black-and-gold Trans Am became permanently linked with Smokey
and the Bandit, creating one of the most recognizable silhouettes
in American automotive history. While the film featured a 1977
model year Trans Am, later Y84 Special Edition examples such as
this 1979 continued the same styling that captured the attention of
an entire generation of enthusiasts.
As the final year for the Pontiac-built 400ci V8, the 1979 Trans Am
represents the closing chapter of Pontiac's traditional performance
era. The exterior retains the iconic Starlight Black and gold
presentation these cars are known for, while the finish does show
various paint imperfections and cosmetic blemishes visible in the
accompanying photos. This example provides an honest representation
of a desirable, low-mileage Trans Am with a highly sought-after
factory configuration.
Combining the legendary Y84 Special Edition appearance, Pontiac 400
power, four-speed manual transmission, WS6 performance package,
T-Tops, and low mileage, this Trans Am represents one of the most
desirable configurations of Pontiac's iconic second-generation
Firebird.
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