1974 Pontiac Trans Am 455 53,000 Miles! Nice! on 2040-cars
Rochester, New York, United States
Transmission:Turbo 400
Vehicle Title:Clear
Exterior Color: Buccaneer Red
Model: Trans Am
Interior Color: Black
Trim: Trans Am
Number of Cylinders: 8
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Mileage: 53,900
Here for auction is an outstanding 1974 Pontiac Trans Am 455 with just 53,000 actual miles!
It is equipped with its original matching # 455 4 barrel engine, Turbo 400 automatic transmission and 3.08 posi-traction rearend. It has power steering and power disc brakes. It also has an original factory console mounted 8 track player , however the radio has been upgraded to an aftermarket AM/FM/cassette stereo. This T/A was ordered as a true muscle car, no unnecessary frills like A/C or power windows. Under the hood is uncluttered wall to wall Pontiac power! The 74' 455 T/A was the last of a breed, with true dual exhaust,and the stump pulling 067 camshaft. This particular 74' T/A has the rare feature of factory installed HEI ignition. I want to stress that this is how this car was built, and not an ignition "swap". 1975 was the first full year of GM's new High Energy Ignition or HEI in all V-8's. However Pontiac began installing the HEI in its V-8's built from May of 74' on. This car was built in May of 74'. One of the last 74' T/As produced! 1975 was a big letdown for true performance enthusiasts.
This is a solid rust-free car including floors and trunk pan. It was recently professionally refinished in the original color, Buccaneer red, with PPG urethane. This car is straight and smooth! Panel alignment is awesome. The doors close smooth and with ease. The color really "pops"! The car draws a crowd wherever I drive it.
The black interior is near perfect with minimal wear for a nearly 40 year old car. No rips ,tears, splits. No unusual odors. The dashboard is perfect, no cracks. Instrument panel is also near perfect, all gauges work properly. Carpet is clean, rear package shelf is nice.
Mechanically this T/A is strong and tight. The 455 fires right up and has the traditional Pontiac rumble of authority through its factory duals. This is not a Super Duty , but it is the next best thing, at a fraction of the price! The turbo 400 shifts crisp. this car runs and drives fantastic and will light the tires at will! There are no visible fluid leaks. you can drive this car anywhere with complete confidence.
The following parts were recently replaced;
New radiator ,hoses and thermostat
Fresh antifreeze
New battery and cables
Rebuilt starter
Correct original Rochester Quadra-jet carb professionally rebuilt
Complete ignition tune-up including new distributor cap, rotor , spark plugs and wires
New valve cover gaskets
Oil and filter change with Brad Penn Hi-zinc "Green" oil
New Monroe 'Gas- Matic" front shocks
Rear differential oil changed with limited slip lube added
4 new Futura GLS 255/60/R15 radials (less than 200 miles on these!) Mounted on factory rally wheels
Engine compartment completely detailed to factory original
The 74' Trans am is a piece of American Muscle car history. Purists claim it to be the last of a breed. Here is an opportunity to own a piece of that history. A true investment that you can enjoy while it grows in value. Try to get that from a bank!
I am a serious Pontiac enthusiast / collector. It breaks my heart to sell this beauty, but time space and money wont allow it. I have set a very realistic reserve ,considering the prices I have seen these cars bring. And remember this is a 53,000 mile #'s matching car! Please check my 100% positive feedback and bid with confidence! Don't miss out, bid to own and enjoy! Fly in drive home! GOOD LUCK!
Terms and conditions: Please read carefully and completely! Please ask all questions prior to bidding. I answer promptly. Please bid only if you have the funds available and permission from your spouse, significant other, etc. If you have a feedback rating of less than 10 or any negative feedback please E-mail me prior to bidding . A bid on this auction constitutes a legally binding contract. If you are the high bidder and the reserve is met you own the car. No excuses please. Being the high bidder does not buy you the right to "think about it'. Within 24 hours of close of the auction I require a $1500.00 deposit VIA Paypal. Full payment must be in my hand within 5 days of auction end. Certified check, bank transfer or cash in person. Upon receipt and clearance of full payment I will over-night the ownership documents for the car. I am a registered New York State used vehicle dealer and have a clear title in hand. As a New York State dealer I charge a $50.00 document processing fee. New York State residents must pay 8% sales tax on the final bid. Shipping arrangements and cost are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please notify me of your shipping arrangements so that I can assist in any way that I can. If you choose to fly in and drive home, I will be happy to pick you up at the Greater Rochester International Airport . This car can be driven anywhere. I will do whatever I can to make this as smooth as possible. The vehicle must be picked up within 7 days of auction end. As stated I have limited storage space.
I have described this vehicle honestly to the best of my ability, however it is a 40 year old used vehicle and therefore sold AS/IS with no warranty expressed or implied. Please check my 100% positive feedback and bid with confidence! This vehicle is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end this auction at any time. Anyone interfering with this auction will be reported to ebay and dealt with by all available legal means. No bid retractions, know what you are doing before you do it ! Please, lets keep it professional. Once again, please feel free to ask any and all questions prior to bidding.
GOOD LUCK and HAPPY BIDDING! You WILL LOVE THIS T/A!
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