KC Classic Auto is proud to present this 1979 Special Edition Trans
Am, A.K.A. Essie!As the PHS report and build sheet document, this
is a real deal Black and Gold Y84 Special Edition Trans Am!!
Beautifully restored and in excellent condition with a few minor
flaws (see photos). Functional shaker hood, power steering, power
brakes (front discs), Vintage Air AC/heat, LED headlights.Factory
options also included cruise control, remote deck lid release, rear
window defroster, power windows, power locks, t-tops, tilt steering
wheel, and custom velour trim.Around 3 years ago, it received a 495
hp/516 lb-ft of torque BluePrint Engines 396ci stroker small block
V8 with Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection! Polished CVF
Racing serpentine system, Holley HyperSpark ignition, Holley fuel
tank and pump, Sanderson ceramic coated headers, Magnaflow dual
exhaust with x-pipe. It also has a large Frostbite aluminum
radiator with dual electric fans.Power is sent to the ground with a
700R4 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission with a B&M
Converter Lockup Controller and a 10-bolt rear end.The Black custom
velour interior is in excellent condition. Beautiful Dakota Digital
RTX gauges were added, along with a RetroSound AM/FM/Bluetooth
stereo, Infinity speakers, subwoofer, and ARC audio X2 amplifier.
Sound deadening material was added throughout the vehicle.17x9
Snowflake wheels with 245/45/17 and 275/40/17 Toyo Tires. QA1 upper
and lower control arms, front and rear Hotchkis/Fox adjustable
shocks, Hotchkis front and rear sway bars.Includes a full PHS
report with reproduction window sticker, build sheet, original
owners manual, space saver spare tire and jack!Every classic
deserves a name. Essies has been hiding in plain sight since 1979.
Visit KC Classic Auto online at kcclassicauto.com to see more
pictures of this vehicle or call us at 913-888-1234.
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