1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary Edition

Trans Ams are red hot right now. So yes, you're far from the only person looking for a cool T-top Pontiac. Which means if you're going to get your hands on one for the long term, make sure it has a true pedigree. That's why we love this 1979 10th Anniversary Edition. It's a Daytona 500 pace car package that's highly original inside and out, and it even comes with the right documentation. When you want a collector-grade... car, you want it to have been owned by collectors. The low mileage (averaging about 1,700 miles annually) and careful ownership through the years means this anniversary car feels like a true survivor. It's much more than just having the Platinum Silver paint show all signs of being factory original. In fact, all the pieces particular to this car seem to be in place. It starts up front with the wide air dam that sets off the aggressive appearance. On the hood is a special version of the "screaming" hood bird that's exclusive to these cars. It's wider than normal, and it helps set up the gray accent color that runs from the shaker hood, around the doors, and ends at the pinstripe behind the T-tops. And speaking of the pinstripe, this red and black dual line also runs across the wheel wells to match the bold Trans Am decal on the fenders. Plus, it also provides another color separation line on the bumpers and door mirrors. Even the Daytona 500 NASCAR pace car decals match with these colors for a fully coherent appearance across the whole car. This was truly a unique package that was expensive to coordinate in the 1970s, and no factory likely would even try to attempt it today. It's even the debut of the now-iconic turbo-style aluminum wheels. And even the center caps match in this detail-oriented T/A. Someone knew this was a special car the moment it rolled out of the showroom, and as a result the silver leather upholstery is in outstanding condition. In fact, Pontiac was so eager with this anniversary edition that every surface inside the car is some hue of silver or gray â€" all of this is exceptionally well-preserved. The only part that is not a precious metal are the bold Trans Am logos stitched into the door panels â€" another sign of Pontiac's investment in these cars. The driver gets a leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel, and beyond that, the dash is covered in the T/A's hallmark machine-turned aluminum panel. The original gauge pack glows red like an aircraft, and even the factory tach/clock combo works nicely. Just about every feature available was standard equipment on special edition, including power windows, power locks, electric rear defogger, power steering, and provisions for air conditioning. This one is so original, you even still have the factory AM/FM/8-track stereo! The 403 cubic-inch V8 has an authentic appearance right down to the factory shaker on top. The block is still covered in factory-correct Pontiac Blue paint, and it looks like this powerplant has been treated to good regular maintenance. The motor inhales deeply with a four-barrel carburetor, and it makes great muscle car sounds out of the dual exhaust. Plus, the three-speed automatic transmission is great no matter if you want quick downshifts or easy boulevard cruising. The Trans Am has a reputation for being quick, and the select few like this with the ultra-desirable WS6 suspension were also known as one of the best all-around handling sports cars of its day. That's why you have great features like four-wheel disc brakes and sway bars front & rear. This desirable classic comes with all the right paperwork, including the factory buildsheet, dealer invoice, service manuals, owner's manual, and even brochures. So if you're looking for a classic that has been properly treated like a collectable since day one, call today!