1978 Pontiac Trans Am
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Engine

Engine Type
Gasoline
Engine Size
6.2L LS3 V8
Fuel Specification

Body

Body Color
Gold
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2
Paint Quality
Driver Quality

Basic

Year
1978
Make
Pontiac
Model
Trans Am
Miles
17,494

Interior

Interior Color
Tan
Secondary Interior Color
Seating Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Shifter Type
Console
Center Console
Yes

The second-generation Trans Am has become one of the most recognizable American performance cars ever built, and few years capture the spirit of the late 1970s muscle era quite like 1978. Fresh off Pontiac's dominant racing presence and riding a wave of pop culture fame, the Trans Am became the car enthusiasts wanted parked in their driveway. Today, finding one transformed to this level is a rare opportunity.

Under the shaker sits a Chevrolet Performance 525-horsepower 6.2L LS3 V8 backed by a 6-speed manual transmission, creating the kind of power-to-weight combination Pontiac engineers could only dream about in 1978. A custom TA 6.6R shaker keeps the factory attitude intact while the modern LS platform delivers instant throttle response, reliability, and serious street performance. Supporting hardware includes a serpentine belt system, DeWitts aluminum radiator with dual electric fans, and Vintage Air heat and A/C for comfortable cruising in any season.

The chassis has been completely reimagined with performance in mind. A UMI suspension system featuring tubular control arms, coilovers, front and rear sway bars, subframe connectors, and a 4-link rear suspension gives this F-body handling characteristics far beyond its original design. Powerstop four-wheel disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors bring everything to a confident stop, while BC Forged 18-inch wheels complete the aggressive stance.

Inside, the full custom tan interior blends classic Trans Am styling with modern technology. Dakota Digital VHX gauges keep tabs on the drivetrain, while power windows, a center console, and an upgraded sound system with subwoofer and amplifier provide modern comfort and entertainment. Glass T-tops add the open-air experience that made these cars legendary.

Finished in gold with unmistakable Firebird attitude, this Trans Am combines iconic styling, modern horsepower, and a thoroughly upgraded suspension package into one impressive package. It delivers the look of a late-70s legend with the performance of a contemporary muscle machine, making it equally at home on the highway, at a car show, or carving up a winding back road.

Yes - Brake Lights
Yes - Headlights
Yes - Horn
Yes - Radio
Yes - Speedometer
Yes - Tail Lights
Yes - Turn Signals
Yes - Air Conditioning
Yes - Fuel Gauge
Yes - Heater
Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge
Yes - Runs
Yes - Tachometer
Yes - Temperature Gauge
Yes - Wipers


Operational Assessment

  • Function :
  • Yes
  • No
  • See Notes
  • Brake Lights
  • Headlights
  • Horn
  • Radio
  • Speedometer
  • Tail Lights
  • Turn Signals
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Heater
  • Oil Pressure Gauge
  • Runs
  • Tachometer
  • Temperature Gauge
  • Wipers
Engine Size
6.2L LS3 V8
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
Body Style
Coupe
Miles
17,494
Vin
00002W87Z8L167711
Stock
167711

Vehicle Options

  • 4 Link Rear suspension
  • 4 Wheel Powerstop Disc Brakes
  • Aftermarket Sound System
  • Chevrolet Performance 525hp 6.2L LS3
  • Coilovers All Around
  • Dakota Digital VHX Gauges
  • DeWitts Aluminum Radiator w/ Dual Electric Fans
  • Drilled and Slotted Rotors
  • Drivers Remote Mirror
  • Front and Rear Sway Bars
  • Full Custom Interior
  • Glass T Tops
  • LS Swap
  • Power Windows
  • Serpentine Belt System
  • Sub and Amp in Trunk
  • Subframe Connectors
  • Tubular Control Arms
  • Vintage Air Heat & AC
  • Center Console
  • Power Brakes
  • Power Steering
  • BC Forged 18 inch Wheels
  • Custom TA 6.6R Shaker
  • UMI Suspension System

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