It is pretty amazing to think back and see oil prices and insurance rates skyrocketing in the early 1970’s and yet, Pontiac provided enthusiasts with an optional engine in the Trans Am that could run the quarter mile in… more»
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Apr 12, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
42k Mile: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12
We have seen many 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 cars placed on the market over the past 5 years. This one is located north of San Francisco in Sonoma. It is claimed to be an original 42,000 mile car. The seller… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 33 Comments
22K Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The 1970-1973 split bumper Camaro is a beautiful design. This 1973 Camaro Z28 is located in San Ramon, California and is said to be all numbers matching and only have 22k miles. I wonder if the dent in the… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
AutoRama Winner: 1979 Pontiac Formula
The 2nd generation Firebird looked good in just about whatever color they left the Pontiac factory. This 1979 Pontiac Formula left the factory in Code 63 Sierra Copper which was not available on the Trans Am. I think it… more»
Mar 26, 2025 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner: 1975 International Harvester Scout II XLC
The International Harvester Scout was a popular vehicle in the 1970s. As the year progressed, the Scout improved and went from a spartan vehicle introduced in the early 1960’s to a more modern SUV with many convenience options. This… more»
Mar 26, 2025 • For Sale • 33 Comments
$100k Restoration: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
Here is a marketing tip. If you are selling an expensive car, take pictures outside or hire a professional photographer. This 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is for sale here on Craigslist. It has been online for 5 days with… more»
Mar 26, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Patriotic Bird: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is said to be a one owner car being sold by a dealer in Temecula, California. The car has traveled an estimated 122,000 miles and is said to be a true survivor. However, there… more»
Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Needs to be Finished: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Project
Pontiac offered different shades of brown for the Pontiac Trans Am from 1977 to 1980. In 1977, it was Brentwood Brown. In 1978, it was Chesterfield Brown that had a lot of copper and metallic flake in it. In… more»
Mar 19, 2025 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Risen From The Ashes: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Fire can do a lot of damage very quickly. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am was located by Mitchell G. in Granite City, Illinois. It is being sold on a salvage title after a fire ravaged the interior of the… more»
Mar 19, 2025 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Half Shiny-Half Dull: 1979 Pontiac Formula
With only 66k miles on the odometer, this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula looks to be pretty clean and is said to be in original, stock condition. Mitchell G. found this Formula listed here on Craigslist for $11,000. That seems… more»
Mar 16, 2025 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Redbird Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Firebird
Pontiac offered a special Firebird appearance package from 1977 to 1981, named after their colors: Skybird, Redbird, and Yellowbird. The Redbird was produced in 1978-1979 and was all red. The Sky Bird was made in 1977-1978 and was painted… more»
Mar 16, 2025 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Selling For A Friend: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 4 Speed
This ad says it is listing for a friend who is not a computer guy. That is a rare breed these days. Mitchell G. alerted us to this “Snow Find” located near Newburgh, New York in the Hudson Valley…. more»
Mar 16, 2025 • For Sale • 7 Comments
68k Original Miles: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
In 1975, it was hard to find a true muscle car on a new dealer’s lot. However, Pontiac was still offering the 455 cubic inch V8 engine in their F body Firebirds. However, it was only available in the… more»
Mar 13, 2025 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Selling Entire Collection: 1960-1965 IH Scout 80s
What can you get for $5,000 these days? Well, this seller is liquidating their entire collect of early International Harvester Scout 80’s. From the pictures, it looks like there are 12 Scout 80’s in poor to bad condition. The… more»
Mar 7, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Needs TLC: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
Looks can sometimes be deceiving. This 1977 Pontiac Trans Am looks like a Special Edition Y84 optioned Trans Am. However, the ad doesn’t claim that it is a Special Edition. There are also some details and clues that it… more»
Mar 4, 2025 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Dirt Nap: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
How long will a 1970’s era car last exposed to the elements? Does a layer of dirt covering the car help protect it? These are questions we don’t want to find out here at Barn Finds. We would rather… more»
