1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am

Make: Pontiac

Model: Firebird Trans Am

Type: Coupe

Seller Type: Dealer

Build Sheet

VIN: 2W87K9N192396
404CI 6.6L V8 L80
Automatic 3- speed
Hurst dual-gate shifter
AC and heat
Front power disc brakes
Power steering
New interior
Factory spare
7,020 showing on odometer TMU
Exterior Repaintw/custom painted firebird on hood
17" honeycomb wheels
Nitto tires
Pioneer radio Pioneer 6x9 speakers

Wrench Report

By Chris Esparza

RestoMods Head Mechanic. 20 year classic car mechanic & builder.

This Trans Am feels like a solid, dialed-in driver that's been built to actually be enjoyed. The upgraded stance with modern wheels and tires should make it feel more planted than stock, and that 403 seems nicely refreshed. The Dual-Gate keeps that classic muscle car interaction, so you can cruise it easy or have some fun when you want to. The repaint and refreshed interior suggest it's been cared for and updated with usability in mind, not just parked and polished. Overall this comes across as a straightforward, turn-key cruiser that delivers the look, sound, and feel you want out of a late-'70s Trans Am.

Description

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is finished in black over a redone black vinyl interior and is powered by a 403ci L80 V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The car features a custom-painted Firebird hood graphic, a Hurst Dual-Gate shifter, and 17-inch Honeycomb wheels. Additional equipment includes air conditioning, power steering, power front disc brakes, and an updated Pioneer audio system. Now showing 7,020 miles, this Trans Am is offered with a factory spare tire and a clean Michigan title. The vehicle is located in Fraser, Michigan and sold by Showdown Motors Inc. (License ID #B201669)

The exterior has been repainted in black and features a custom-painted Firebird graphic across the hood. Standard Trans Am elements include a shaker hood, front and rear spoilers, fender vents, and a quad-outlet exhaust system. The car rides on updated 17-inch Honeycomb-style wheels mounted with Nitto tires. The factory glass, trim pieces, and lenses remain in place, and a factory spare tire is stored in the trunk.

The engine bay houses a 403ci (6.6-liter) L80 V8 engine. The powerplant is equipped with factory-style components and accessories, supported by an engine bay that has been maintained in a stock layout. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission that is operated by a Hurst Dual-Gate shifter mounted in the center console.

The cabin features bucket seats and a rear bench that have been reupholstered in black vinyl. The dashboard houses a factory instrument cluster alongside a vinyl-wrapped steering wheel and controls for the functional heating and air conditioning system. Modern audio updates include a Pioneer head unit linked to matching Pioneer 6x9 speakers. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 7,020 miles, though true mileage is unknown.

The undercarriage features factory-style independent front suspension and a leaf-spring rear setup. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, while the steering system utilizes factory power steering. The floor pans, frame rails, and suspension components present in a finished condition, and the exhaust system routes dual pipes to split outlets behind the rear wheels.