1973 Pontiac Trans Am 455 4 Speed on 2040-cars
Forsyth, Illinois, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:455 cu. in. V-8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
Interior Color: Black
Make: Pontiac
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Trans Am
Trim: Coupe
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Posi
Mileage: 85,700
Exterior Color: Buccaneer Red
Overview
This car is a true WS 4 code Trans Am 4 speed. Buccaneer red with the nose bird decal. 1973 was a transition year for the Trans Am. It was the last year for the Endura nose bumper and chrome rear bumper. It was the first year for Buccaneer Red, one of 3 color choices. It was the first year for the option of the large hood bird decal. In 1973 only, if you did not select the large hood bird decal you automatically received the nose bird. In prior years you just received the nose bird. In 1974 and later you either chose the large hood bird, or received nothing at all. In 1973, 4550 Trans Am 455's were built with 1420 of them being 4 speeds. Pretty rare car with the 4 speed, nose bird decal, and original engine.
I have owned the car 4 years and am trimming back my garage of cars. I barely have time for 2 cars let alone 3. Reserve is a fair price for a restored car.
Engine/Drivetrain
The original engine has not been apart. Original carb, intake, exhaust manifolds. New plug wires, battery, belts and hoses, fluids, thermostat and horns. New HEI one wire insert in original distributor, maintaining original look but new performance. New wiper motor and pump. Original wiper motor comes with car and can be re-built. Radiator boiled and cleaned, 180 degree thermostat. 4 speed manual transmission is a Muncie, but is not original to the car. Hurst competition shifter shifts smoothly. 3.42 posi gears. Nice Honeycomb wheels with all new center caps. BR Goodrich 225/70/R15 tires have less than 1000 miles on them. Brakes have been checked and are fine, so it's ready for you to drive home. New sense-track shocks, center link, and front end has been aligned. Power steering and power disc brakes.
Exhaust and Undercarriage
New stainless 2 1/2 inch exhaust with new correct tips. New Dynomax transverse SS muffler. Undercarriage nicely detailed. New gas tank, straps and sending unit. NOTE: Only the Super Duty had 2 separate mufflers located under the back seat of the car. Otherwise these cars should have the transverse muffler located between the rear axle and the gas tank. This transverse muffler is dual with an "x pipe" inside the muffler. Notice the 2 "ins" and 2 "outs" in pictures.
Exterior/Interior/Trunk
Car was painted base coat/clear coat 5 years ago, and I would rate the paint 8.5 out of 10. New door glass and rear glass, all bezels look great. New headlight and tail light bezels, new headlights. Trunk in great shape and includes mat, space saver spare tire, and canister.
Interior looks practically new! Newly refinished formula steering wheel, and dash is in near excellent condition. No cracks, warping, or fading. New carpet and sound deadner, door sill plates and package shelf. AM radio and gauges work. Radio antenna is in windshield, correct for 1973.
Summary
The car is a blast to drive, and runs cool. Very rare car with a reasonable reserve. And, a rare 4 speed! E-mail me via EBay with questions and contact information to discuss, or for additional information.
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