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1999 Pontiac Trans Am, 64k Miles, 310 To 320 Hp, Fast, Shiny, Clean, on 2040-cars

Year:1999 Mileage:64088 Color: is very good
Location:

Carol Stream, Illinois, United States

Carol Stream, Illinois, United States

1999 Pontiac Trans Am For Sale By Owner: about 64,100 miles

This is an extra clean car that has only been driven during the spring, summer, and/or fall months and is in very good condition.  Car has been cleaned inside and out (AND under the hood and around the door jams).  Oil changes have been done each year with Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic and K&N Oil Filter.  Last oil change was on 4/5/2014.  I only put 500 miles to 2000 miles each year on the car so I change the oil every year.

All items on the car are stock, except for:
-SLP Cold Air Induction (adds 5 to 15 HP for a total of 310 to 320)
-Drilled, slotted, zinc coated racing rotors that do not rust

1999 Trans Am Features:
-5.7 Liter LS1 V8 (305 HP + 5 to 15 with the Cold Air Induction)
-Anti-Lock Brakes
-Leather interior
-Traction Control
-Power Seats, Windows, and Mirrors
-Monsoon Sound CD Player
-T-Tops
-Dual Exhaust
-Automatic Transmission

Recent Service:
-Oil Change on 4/5/14
-Rear differential drained and refilled in 2012
-Air conditioning recharged in 2011
-Stock Exhaust tips painted with Matte Black Heat resistant paint for a clean black look (instead of the dingy looking silver/gray) in 2011
-New Tires and Rotors in 2009 (only 3000 miles on them)
-Trans drained and refilled in 2008

Condition Notes:
-Interior is immaculate (only 1 small crack in plastic about 1" long on passenger side door - a typical issue with this generation of TA - this is a FIND with only 1 small crack)
-Exterior is very good, shine is excellent all around, NO rust, NO dents, NO sun fade (has minor chips/plastic cracks in front end from regular summer driving - and back bumper has a few minor marks),
-Under the hood is very good and clean, has been cleaned regularly
-Power steering pump has a slow leak (leaks about 5 to 10 drops each year)
-Underbody has minor and regular wear from summer driving
-Tires are new with only about 3000 miles on them
-Door jams are immaculate
-Wheel wells are in good condition, black plastic is clean, painted surfaces show road grime but no rust or defects
-Rims are clean and shiny - NO Corrosion

History:
I am looking to sell this wonderful car that I have enjoyed for the past 8 years.  I purchased the car from my friend's mother in August of 2006 with around 59,000 miles.  After 8 years of tender care, my son and family require more of my time and I don't want to be lax with care of the vehicle this year.  I am the 3rd owner of this automobile as my friend's mom purchased the car when it was 2 years old in 2001.  They moved to FL shortly after and the car was brought back to IL for me when I purchased it in 2006.

Shipping:
Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipment of the automobile (both costs and handling - buyer can use UShip as outlined here on EBay).  Local buyers are welcome to schedule time to view the vehicle and test drive.  Please contact me through EBay if you would like to do so.

Payment:
$500 Deposit required via PayPal within 48 hours of auction close and before shipping or pickup.

Remaining payment due 7 days via Cashiers Check or Cash In Person.

Car is sold as is. No Warranty. I reserve the right to close the auction if vehicle sells locally.

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