1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 4-Speed T-Tops 2,890 Original Miles

View Our Other Listings | Contact Us | Print this listing 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 4-Speed T-Tops 2. 90 Original MilesGREAT LAKES CLASSIC CARS1128 Lexington Ave Bldg 4 Suite CRochester. NY 14606Call Us Today(800) 510-3797Ask Us A Question Vehicle DetailsYear: 1978Make: PontiacModel: Trans AmVIN: 2W87Z8N173566Stock Number: E0248Mileage: 2890Transmission: ManualEngine: 8 Cylinder. 6. 6 LExterior Color: RedInterior Color: TanTitle: Clear Great LakesClassic CarsPresents 1978 Pontiac Trans Am6. 6L 4-SpdOnly 2890 Miles! How can this car only have 2890 miles and have it survived all these years virtually intact as a time capsule of sorts? There’s obviously a story to tell. question is will you read it?Let’s try and condense it all for the sake of this auction. In the late 1970s Pontiac was riding high with the overwhelming popularity and success of the Pontiac Trans Am in part due to Mr. Burt Reynolds and his hijinks aboard the Trans Am in the blockbuster Smokey and the Bandit. The other part and most important is the fact that this car and its styling is muscular. sexy. and awe inspiring. People were admiring these screamin’ chickens for their long swooping body lines and aggressive stance with flared fenders. even for the sometimes excessive striping and graphics that adorned these vehicles. Everyone has an attachment or a story around a certain automobile that evokes fond memories. For me. it was the Pontiac Trans Am!Let’s go back to this particular vehicle;The Trans Am was purchased new from Ide Pontiac Inc. in Rochester. NY by what we could call then an automotive enthusiast. Let me clarify… The gentleman who purchased this vehicle already had his share of highly regarded performance autos at his disposal. Not because he was a collector or he could envision the upside value of these vehicles years later. I assure you there was no crystal ball. He simply bought them because he wanted them and most of all enjoyed driving them. This red chicken shared the coup with some real bad boy roosters; A Shelby Cobra 'Dragonsnake'. a Boss 302. a couple TRs. a Midget racer. a Ford GT. Corvette. Motorcycles. you get the picture…By no means a hoarder. more like a renaissance man who appreciates design and function with directed performance for ultimate efficiency. I believe that would have been his own answer in describing himself. The Trans Am was obviously not the only means of transportation and it was enjoyed visually while parked for extended periods of time as much as when driven. A work of art in Design and Function. So. how do we know or can prove the miles to be legit?Easily answered!The original and only owner of this vehicle is around and more than willing to put in his two or three cents into a conversation about his cars. Also. we have documents that show a timeline as well some of the DMV and NY State Inspection receipts as additional proof. Let’s go through some of the most noted highlights of the T/A. -1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am-Mayan Red**Cloth Camel Trim (Per the Pontiac Brochure and PHS papers this trim was not available with the Red exterior color) only available choices were White or Black -6. 6L T/A 400ci 4BBL V8-M-21 4-Speed Manual Close Ratio-Saf-T-Track Differential-Color Keyed Safety Belts-Console Color Keyed-Remote Rear Deck Lid-Rear Window Defroster-Rally Gages w Tach & Clock-Soft Ray all glass windows-Removable Roof Hatch ‘T-Tops’-Hood Decal ‘Screamin Chicken’-Lamp Group-Dual Mirrors-Power Front Disc Brakes-Power Windows**Air Conditioning DELETE**Radio Accommodation Package (Radio DELETE)-Stowaway Spare Tire-Rear Deck Spoiler-Formula Steering Wheel-Trans Am Special Performance Package**Wheel Color ‘Gold’-Controlled Cycle Windshield Wipers**Custom Trim Velour Group We included many pictures of the Trans Am under natural and fluorescent lighting so that you can see the quality of the finish on the car. Pay attention as well to the crayon inspection markings on key areas of the chassis and driveline (still there and intact after all these years and they’re original not recreated like many out there. ) We also have;**PHS Documentation**Original Window Sticker**Original Bill of Sale showing delivery date of June 12. 1978 and vehicle with 6 miles at delivery. **Original EPA Label**Original Build Sheet (found behind rear pass sail panel)**Original Interior Trim Data Sheet (found under pass seat bottom springs)**Original Bank Payment Book for 36 months (only stubs with date paid is left)**Original NYS Title issued in July of 1981 with no lienholder once loan was paid and lien removed as well as DMV Registration Documents for 1978 and 1981. **Original Dealer Brochure complete with separate form Engine Specs and Interior/Exterior Color/Trim combinations. **Original Engine Limited Warranty Certificate by Quaker State issued to Original Owner. **Original BF Goodrich Space Saver Spare Warranty Booklet. **Original GM Pontiac Maintenance Booklet Schedule 1 and Consumer Information Packet. **Original Goodyear Tire Warranty Booklet**Original Manufacturer’s Warranty Booklet. **Original Owner’s Manual**Original Keys**Original PolyGlyCoat Warranty issued for dealer added after-sale product. By now you obviously get the picture that this is a Rare Bird!After all this. some would still ask if this is a numbers matching vehicle; I would say “Save your breath!”It’s easier for me to tell you what is not original from day one. -The oil and filter-Three of the fuses-The car battery-Headliner (we replaced it due to shrinking and coming unglued with a OPGI authentic replacement series. and yes we kept the original material and you will get it with the car)-One of the tower hose clamps (however we still have it in a box for you)**Any car is only New Once!**This Trans Am is a Perfect Example of what a New almost 40yr Old Car looks and feels like. You can go out today and purchase a new dealer demo that will have more miles than this Trans Am and not in as nice a shape as this car. By the way. The T/A Starts right up with no issues and everything works! Like I said “NEW!”. . How can this car only have 2890 miles and have it survived all these years virtually intact as a time capsule of sorts? There’s obviously a story to tell. question is will you read it?Let’s try and condense it all for the sake of this auction. In the late 1970s Pontiac was riding high with the over whelming popularity and success of the Pontiac Trans Am in part due to Burt Reynolds and his hijinks aboard the Trans Am in the blockbuster Smokey and the Bandit. The other part and most important is the fact that this car and its styling is right down awe inspiring. People were admiring these screamin’ chickens for their long swooping body lines and aggressive stance with flared fenders even the sometimes excessive striping and graphics that adorned these vehicles. Everyone has an attachment or a story around a certain automobile that evokes fond memories. For me. it was the Pontiac Trans Am!Let’s go back to this particular vehicle;The Trans Am was purchased new from Ide Pontiac Inc. in Rochester. NY by what we could call then an automotive enthusiast himself. Let me clarify… The gentleman who purchased this vehicle already had his share of highly regarded performance autos at his disposal. Not because he was a collector or he could envision the upside value of these vehicles years later. He simply bought them because he wanted them and most of all enjoyed driving them. This red chicken shared the coup with the likes of a real Shelby Cobra. a Boss 302. a couple TRs. a Midget racer. a Ford GT. Corvette. Motorcycles. you get the picture…By no means a hoarder. more like a renaissance man who appreciates design and function with directed performance for ultimate efficiency. I believe that would have been his answer in own words. The Trans Am was obviously not the only means of transportation and it was enjoyed visually as much as when driven. A work of art in Design and Function. So. how do we know or can prove the miles to be legit?Easily answered!The original and only owner of this vehicle is around and more than willing to put in his two or three cents into a conversation about his cars. Also. we have documents that show a timeline as well some of the DMV and NY State Inspection receipts as additional proof. Let’s go through some of the most noted highlights of the T/A. -1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am-Mayan Red**Cloth Camel Trim (Per the Pontiac Brochure and PHS papers this trim was not available with the Red exterior color) only available choices were White or Black -6. 6L T/A 400ci 4BBL V8-M-21 4-Speed Manual Close Ratio-Saf-T-Track Differential-Color Keyed Safety Belts-Console Color Keyed-Remote Rear Deck Lid-Rear Window Defroster-Rally Gages w Tach & Clock-Soft Ray all glass windows-Removable Roof Hatch ‘T-Tops’-Hood Decal ‘Screamin Chicken’-Lamp Group-Dual Mirrors-Power Front Disc Brakes-Power Windows**Air Conditioning DELETE**Radio Accommodation Package (Radio DELETE)-Stowaway Spare Tire-Rear Deck Spoiler-Formula Steering Wheel-Trans Am Special Performance Package**Wheel Color ‘Gold’-Controlled Cycle Windshield Wipers**Custom Trim Velour Group We included many pictures of the Trans Am under natural and fluorescent lighting so that you can see the quality of the finish on the car. Pay attention as well to the crayon inspection markings on key areas of the chassis and driveline (still there and intact after all these years and they’re original not recreated like many out there. ) We also have;**PHS Documentation**Original Window Sticker**Original Bill of Sale showing delivery date of June 12. 1978 and vehicle with 6 miles at delivery. **Original EPA Label**Original Build Sheet (found behind rear pass sail panel)**Original Interior Trim Data Sheet (found under pass seat bottom springs)**Original Bank Payment Book for 36 months (only stubs with date paid is left)**Original NYS Title issued in July of 1981 with no lienholder once loan was paid and lien removed as well as DMV Registration Documents for 1978 and 1981. **Original Dealer Brochure complete with separate form Engine Specs and Interior/Exterior Color/Trim combinations. **Original Engine Limited Warranty Certificate by Quaker State issued to Original Owner. **Original BF Goodrich Space Saver Spare Warranty Booklet. **Original GM Pontiac Maintenance Booklet Schedule 1 and Consumer Information Packet. **Original Goodyear Tire Warranty Booklet**Original Manufacturer’s Warranty Booklet. **Original Owner’s Manual**Original Keys**Original PolyGlyCoat Warranty issued for dealer added after-sale product. By now you obviously get the picture that this is a Rare Bird!After all this. some would still ask if this is a numbers matching vehicle; I would say “Save your breath!”It’s easier for me to tell you what is not original from day one. -The oil and filter-Three of the fuses-The car battery-Headliner (we replaced it due to shrinking and coming unglued with a OPGI authentic replacement series. and yes we kept the original material and you will get it with the car)-One of the tower hose clamps (however we still have it in a box for you)**Any car is only New Once!**This Trans Am is a Perfect Example of what a New almost 40yr Old Car looks and feels like. You can go out today and purchase a new dealer demo that will have more miles than this Trans Am and not in as nice a shape as this car. By the way. The T/A Starts right up with no issues and everything works! Like I said “NEW!”If you have any questions about this or any of our other auctions please feel free to contact us via e-mail sales@glclassiccars. comor you can call us at (800) 510-3797. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you. Features & Options4 Speed ManualAccent StripesAir DamAlloy WheelsBody Side MoldingsCargo LampCenter Arm RestCenter ConsoleCloth UpholsteryCoolant Temp. GaugeCourtesy LightsDual ExhaustFender FlaresFloor MatsFront Bucket SeatsFront SpoilerLeather Steering WheelMetallic PaintPower BrakesPower SteeringPower windowsRear DefrosterRear SpoilerRear-Wheel DriveRemote Trunk LidSport Steering WheelT-TOPSTachometerV-Style Engine Additional Photos Warranty InformationAS IS - NO WARRANTYThis vehicle is being sold as is. where is with no warranty. expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description. authenticity. genuineness. or defects herein. and makes no warranty in connection therewith. 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WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION. Fee and Tax Information:Any and all questions. please don't hesitate to contact us directly. About UsWE ALWAYS DO OUR BEST TO DESCRIBE EXACTLY WHAT WE SEE AND KNOW ABOUT THE ITEM YOU'RE BIDDING ON. "IF YOU DON'T KNOW OR ARE NOT SURE PLEASE CALL. " Please don't hesitate to contact us. tel: 800-510-3797e-mail: sales@glclassiccars. com . We will be more than happy to speak to you. Thank youSee our other listings On Apr-10-15 at 19:42:23 PDT. seller added the following information:We accidentally posted the build sheet for a different Trans Am. WE DO have the correct one for THIS vehicle as previously stated. Apologies. too many papers with this car.