With documented Special Edition Trans Ams selling for 6 figures and clones selling for over $50k, many enthusiasts are on the look out for a solid project. With the number of aftermarket parts available, it is much easier to restore a second generation Trans Am. This 1977 Pontiac Trans Am is not a special edition car but appears to be originally painted white. The paint is god and surface rust has taken over. The car is located in Belton, Texas and is listed at a super low price of $2,600 here on Facebook Marketplace. The listing has been up for about three weeks.

The interior is stripped but the car still has its dash which can be restored. The car is optioned with air conditioning, tilt steering and automatic transmission. The engine and transmission are still intact but not much is said about the condition of either. It is obvious that the car will need a complete restoration. Due to the debris on the floor boards, I can’t tell how extensive the rust damage is to the car. It is probably best to inspect it in person.

The 455 cubic inch V8 engine was no longer available in the Trans Am in 1977 but Pontiac introduced the high performance W72 400 cid engine option to replace it. As far as engine options, the L78 400 cubic inch V8 engine was the standard engine and was rated at 180 horsepower. The W72 400 cubic inch V8 was the performance option and was rated at 200 horsepower. The W72 engine came from the factory with chrome valve covers and 6X heads. In California, emissions limited the engine in a Trans Am and the Pontiac 400 was not allowed in the Golden State. So all Trans Ams in California were equipped with the Oldsmobile 403 cubic inch V8 engine rated at 185 horsepower.

Pontiac introduced its first set of aluminum wheels on the Trans Am in 1977. However, this car is riding on aluminum Camaro Z28 wheels. So if the rust is not too bad, this might be a great project car. Who has the mechanical skills, deep pockets and patience to tackle get this Trans Am restoration and get it back on the road?