1979 Trans Am, 400 Coupe, 1 Of 2485, Phs Documented, 63k Miles on 2040-cars

Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Trans Am
Trim: Deluxe
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 63,200
Exterior Color: Silver
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black

Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Horn is inop, windows are slow going up"

This is originally a TX car with zero rust or bondo.  It was built in April of 1979.  Orders for the 400ci were refused in March '79, making it one of the last 400 TAs ever made (ref John Witzke).  I have had it for seven years.  I have the complete title history, the Pontiac Historical Services documents as well as many original manuals.  The mileage shows 63K and the documents do not dispute the odometer, so I believe it to be true mileage.  It does not have the original block, but has a correct 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Pwh block.  I don't know if there was a mistake or if it was replaced on purpose with the correct block.  It does have the matching numbers trans, axle, carb, dist, alt.  The engine is .030 over, TRW forged pistons (still has cross hatch in cylinders), HS roller rockers, 6X-4 Cyl Heads w/three angle valve job, ported, gasket matched, headers (Have orig exh manifolds).  It starts and idles perfectly and pulls nice and strong.  The carb is prof rebuilt and spot on.  Drive it anywhere you want without worrying.  Trans (BW ST-10) shifts great, second whines a little but not enough to be a concern.  Brakes and tires are in good shape, stop straight without pulling left or right.  Car drives tight w/out clunking/rattling.  It also has new front shocks.  It doesn't smoke or leak any fluids.  

99% of the interior has been restored.  From the duct work behind the dash so the a/c blows fully outside the vents, gauges/lens, complete dash was restored by JustDashes w/grab handle, radio, pedals, front seats (rears are original), carpet, door panels, armrests, headliner, door sills, missing screws, door locks solenoids, trim pcs, blower motor.  The wire harness inside and out are unmolested.  

The exterior looks great and draws a lot of looks.  This is a non-t-top car (more rare than the t-top 400ci cars).  No twisting/floor rust issues that traditionally happens with the t-top cars.  I appreciate the shade in the summer as well.  The rims were restored by David's Texas Trans Am Service to the correct color and machined with the micro-lines in the alum.  Then they were cleared to keep them new.  The body and jams were re-painted about three years ago in the correct GM Poly Platinum.  There are two spots where the paint got chipped about the size of a pencil eraser, but not in obvious areas.  The trunk has the correct spare tire, jack, adapters, inflator bottle (not shown but is there).  I added formed carpet to keep down on the noise and protect any items from sliding.  The wheel spoilers need adjustments since re-installed. 

The engine bay has been near perfected over the years, back like 1979.  It was completed using restored, NOS, orig GM parts in every position I could. Some items include, seals, hood hinges, fan clutch/blades, a/c compressor, dryer, accumulator, water pump, new radiator w/correct rad. cap, wire looms, air intake, battery, belts, hoses, misc switches, plugs/wires and all the emmisions parts.  The distro was rebuilt and curved for the motor.   I think there are just a few emission parts that could not be found/fixed, mandating parts store replacements.  I use an elect choke for sake of reliability but have the orig heat riser set up.  It was completed using the 1978/79 GM Service Manuals, info from experts in the TA/Pontiac arena.  I used correctly marked hoses, style clamps, bolts, hose/wire routings and wires size/colors.  Hard to find parts may have taken 1-2 years to locate.  Kind of anal, but I enjoyed the process.  I have an extra painted un-cut shaker as well.

The value of these cars is only going to gain momentum as the next generation of auto enthuisist grow older.  These cars are being cleaned up, sprayed and then listed with professional photos.  This is a fun, solid, strong low production car.  You can see every reciept, title, reg pics of the process and talk to the guy who did the work vs a professional car salesman or hobbist that flips cars.  It is time for someone else to make it even better and enjoy it. This car is for sale locally.  I reserve the right to end the auction early in the event that it sells unless the Buy It Now option is utilized.   Contact me with any questions.  Thanks for your time.          

 

 

                    

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On Jul-14-13 at 19:21:03 PDT, seller added the following information:

Yes, it is a WS6 optioned car and has four wheel disk brakes.

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On Jul-15-13 at 06:51:43 PDT, seller added the following information:

This car was always in TX, S. OK and now AR.  Exposure to snow and salt would be extremely limited, if ever.  I added the under carriage pics.  They don't show very well.  The entire underside was coated (Ziebart) way back, I assume it was from the dealership.  It is pretty dirty.  I am sure it would look many times better if it was racked and steamed.  However, the fenders, quarters, trunk pan, floor pans, rear glass, rockers are all solid.  I saw that when it was painted, removed the carpet and general maintainence.