1978 Pontiac Trans Am 400 ***no Reserve*** on 2040-cars
Howell, Michigan, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:6.6 / 400
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Trans Am
Trim: n/a
Options: CD Player
Drive Type: Automatic
Power Options: Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 80,100
Sub Model: Trans Am
Exterior Color: Martinique Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Blue
1978 Pontiac Trans Am
6.6 Litre / 400CI / Automatic
Martinique Blue (rare color)
***No Reserve***
I recently acquired this Trans Am. It had been sitting for five years. I drained out the old gas and put in new and it started right up. The car runs and drives well considering how long it was sitting but it does needs a tune-up and carburetor adjustment because it is running very rich. This is a non-numbers matching motor. It shows 80,100 on the odometer which might be accurate for the body according to available service receipts. The body is showing signs of rust (see pictures) including the rear drivers side frame rail. There is a noise from the rear end which is probably a bearing. It had a repaint at some point - probably Maaco. According to the original build sheet this is a true Martinique blue TA. I don't know much history on this vehicle but it has not been abused. Other options include:
automatic 3 speed transmission
power steering
power brakes
power windows
power door locks
rear defrost
aftermarket pioneer stereo/speakers
had A/C originally but was pulled at some point and is not available
has newer radiator
at this point in time the oil gauge and temperature gauge do not work but the oil has been changed recently
This TA does need body and mechanical work, but it runs and drives. This could be a great cruiser for anyone that enjoys old muscle cars. It is offered at "No Reserve" but I might be listing it locally as well. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the end of auction. Have fun bidding. Please send me a message with any questions or additional photo requests. I would suggest to the winning bidder that the car is trailered until the needed mechanical repairs are done.
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