1974 Pontiac Trans Am Original Owner 39k Miles 455ci 4spd Orginally 400ci on 2040-cars
Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:455 ci
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Trans Am
Trim: custom interior trim code
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Mileage: 39,532
Exterior Color: Candy Apple Red / Orginally Buccaneer Red
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Black with white seats
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
1974 Pontiac Trans Am , Original Owner , 39k miles
Recently removed from garage of original owner. Car was ordered new in March 1974 from Al Wilson Pontiac in Warminster PA. I have included a photo of the original dealer invoice showing factory options including , air conditioning , power windows , power door locks , tilt steering wheel , am/fm stereo , light package , power steering and rally wheels with raised white letter radial tires. If you look close at the invoice you will see it was supposed to be a 455 Super Duty , but changed his mind due to the additional cost. Insisting on a 4 speed trans , he had no choice but to opt for the 400 ci engine. The base 455 was only available with the auto trans. I was not able to find information on the trim code , since it appears it was a custom ordered combination. Everything in the interior is black, except for the seats , which are white. This is noted on the invoice in red stating "ADD CUSTOM INTERIOR". I was not able to find a build sheet under the rear seat , but I have not searched any where else. This Trans Am was driven daily for the first few years in stock form. I have an invoice showing 33120 miles on 07/23/76. From day one the owner had plans for his beloved Trans Am and it was not to keep it in stock form. Once the 80's rolled around , it was time to build the Trans Am he had always envisioned. Originality was not as big a concern in the 1980's , so the modifications were done in an attempt to enhance the looks and power of the Trans Am. A full fiberglass flair kit was installed. It does not appear anything was cut to install the flairs. They were riveted to the original wheel wells and molded into the body. The rear spoiler was also molded into the decklid and quarter panels. It was than sprayed in Candy Apple red paint. The rally wheels were the next to go in favor of deep dish Cragars with 50 series tires , front and rear. The body work has held up very well and the paint still shines , but it is checking over the entire car. The interior was not modified , except for the addition of a cassette player. Interior is very nice , with a just a couple splits in the front seats and needing a headliner. The factory am/fm stereo still remains. Always regretting not ordering the 455 , the 400 engine was the next to go. A 462 ci Pontiac engine was built , starting with a YC coded block. According to the receipt for the engine build , it has 11:1 compression , ported and polished heads , Crane hyd cam , Edlebrock dual quad intake manifold with dual Carter 500cfm AFB carbs. Once the engine was built , the factory hood was replaced with a fiberglass cowl induction hood to clear the dual quads. Unfortunately the original engine is long gone , but the original hood and shaker scoop is included in the sale and painted to match the car. The car has been sitting for over 10 years , so it is not road worthy at this time. The engine does run , but it has a significant oil leak. It appear to be from the rear main seal. It would need the normal maintenance and preparation you would expect for a car sitting this long. Fuel system , brakes etc. I also noticed the head of the drain plug snapped off at some point. It would need to be drilled out or oil pan replaced. The drivers side power window is not working. I am sure there are some items I may have forgotten , so please email any questions before bidding. I know the flares and custom paint may deter some people from bidding , but it appears they can be removed without damaging the factory sheet metal. Remember , it is still a ONE OWNER , 39K MILE , RUST FREE TRANS AM , LOADED WITH OPTIONS. Only 1750 Trans Ams were built with a 400ci and 4spd. How many were built with the options this one has? Vehicle is available for inspection during auction. Being sold as / is. Buyer is responsible to arranging and paying for shipping. Possible local shipping , but please contact me first. Title and vehicle will not be released until full payment is received.
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