

1979 firebird full#
Yet, you can write your own history as this featured Trans AM is currently listed through Auctions America – with an estimated value between $35,000 - $50,000.įor full auction information be sure to check out the Auctions America website before April 1 st 2016, when the Pontiac will be offered. 1979-81 Firebird, Trans Am Rear Bumper Cover 175.
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The Pontiac’s rich history does not stop at cult TV shows though, as a selection of 10 th Anniversary models would find fame as the Daytona 500 pace car as well as appearing in the Rocky II franchise. The 1979 Trans Am had two different exhaust systems depending on performance and the engine it was equipped with. While the the body of the car is wonderfully outlined in a special black and red stripe package alongside front and rear spoilers. Power steering, power brakes, automatic, factory AC.

Bought new in Bedford, PA by Myron Street in August of 1979 at Spoerl Pontiac in Cumberland, MD. What is more, the car also possesses a special 5-colour hood-bird whose wings extend over the hood and onto the car’s fenders. manufactured by Pontiac in United States 2-door coupe body type RWD (rear-wheel drive), automatic 3-speed gearbox gasoline (petrol) engine with displacement: 4942 cm3 / 301.6 cui, advertised power: 112 kW / 150 hp / 152 PS ( SAE net ), torque: 325 Nm / 240 lb-ft, more data: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 4.9-litre V8 4-bbl automatic (aut. A really nice original one-owner car Firebird finished in dark blue with light blue interior. The 301 was indeed a popular choice among Formula buyers for 1979.
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The W72 400 which required the mandatory 4-speed manual transmission and WS6 handling package (same was true with the 1979 W72 Trans Am) was indeed a rarity with only 346 units produced. As with all celebratory models, the Pontiac comes complete with the WS6 handling package as well as a special paint, interior and wheel base package. The hottest of these was the 220 horsepower Pontiac W72 400 CID V8. It is unknown how many enigmatic 10 th Anniversary models still exist today, which makes this particular Pontiac even more special. This 1979 Pontiac is a supreme reason why, as it remains just one of 7,500 10 th Anniversary Editions ever made. In recent years, the misty-eyed memories of yesteryear has grown around the Pontiac, as its collectability and price has slowly been on the up. However, as with all things nostalgic, it is on the comeback trail.

1,796/mo Track Price Check Availability Hot Car 1979 Pontiac Firebird. Extending the muscle car era into 1979 required special planning. After rising to cult status due to its iconic run in the American classic, Smokey and the Bandit, the Pontiac Firebird Trans AM was revered for being the focal point of the classic love-hate debate. 1979 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Coupe Trans Am. This 400-powered Firebird Formula as the last muscle car makes Pontiac the alpha and the omega.
