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1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Coupe 2-door 6.6l on 2040-cars

US $18,900.00
Year:1978 Mileage:0 Color: door handles
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                                           1978    Pontiac  Firebird  400  Trans  Am
   

       Vin. Number   :   2W87Z8L176019         { True "Z" code 400 cu.in. Pontiac engine }

      NADA  BOOK  VALUE   IN  AVERAGE CONDITION IS   $20,280   TO   HIGH CONDITION of  $35,100

 

This is a very well optioned Trans AM.   The following is an overview of the car.

1.)        Paint approx. 1 year old.  Beautiful Martinique Blue  Clear Coat.  High quality workmanship.

2.)        The large T-Tops  (Fisher Body Style)   Two sizes offered for this year.  These are the premium.

3.)        Newer  Air Conditioner by Classic Auto Air

4.)        New  interior, seats, carpet, console box, dash pad

5.)        Newer front suspension

6.)        Newer brakes

7.)        Newer shocks (4)

8.)        Newer gas tank and Sending unit

9.)        Newer alternator

10.)      New exhaust with high flow mufflers and correct split chrome exhaust tips.

11.)      New complete 3:42 rear axle gears  ( $1,289 Have receipt)

12.)      New  160 degree High Flow thermostat,  cap, overflow tank, belts etc.  Does not run hot.

13.)      Newer weatherstriping,  windows, doors, trunk, hood scoop

14.)      Optional "Snowflake "  factory wheels

15.)      Uniroyal Tiger Paws GTS   P245-60-R15    ( Excellent tread depth. )

16.)      Power Steering,   Newer pump & assembly

17.)      Power disk brakes  ( Stops straight )

18.)      Tilt steering wheel

19.)      Power windows

20.)      Power locks  (power cable not connected)

21.)      All gauges work including tachometer and clock

22.)      Factory tinted glass

23.)      Transmission has a mild shift kit installed

24.)      New dimmer and neutral safety shifter switches

25.)      Stereo radio / cassette player.  Antenna mounted in windshield glass

26.)      All running lights including side marker lights are functional 

27.)      New exterior door handles

28.)      All Trans Am graphics (Hood Eagle, etc) in excellent condition.  No scratches, blemishes or bubbles.

29.)      No rust that I am aware of

30.)      Pertronix  Flame Thrower ignition with 8mm wires

31.)      Radial Tuned Suspension

32.)      New floor mats

33.)      New rear matching seat belts , all belts in excellent condition

34.)     New Battery with quick disconnect 

 

I believe the engine to be the factory original however I cannot guarantee it.  The A/C compressor bracket covers one of the engine codes and the second one is low on the block near the timing mark and covered with paint and I cannot read it. 

This is a beautiful example of a 70s era big block muscle car with the major expenses of restoration having been completed.  It starts easily, runs smooth, shifts very well, does not smoke, sounds great and stops straight.   It is however a 36 year old car and therefore not 100% perfect.  If you are looking for a perfect car you are in the wrong price range.    Please feel free to ask any questions regarding the car.   

Not accepting Trade Offers. 

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