1979

Transplant 400 V8: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Pontiac introduced its Firebird Formula model in 1970 which was one year after the introduction of the Pontiac Trans Am in 1969. The Formula was unique in that it had two forward facing hood scoops versus the Trans Am… more»

Simple Project? 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 6.6

This shiny black 1979 Pontiac Trans Am looks like it should just start right up and drive home. Unfortunately, the seller says that it won’t move on its own power. Apparently, the owner had the carburetor rebuilt but cannot… more»

Workhorse: 1979 International Harvester Scout Terra

This truck is pretty recognizable as an International Harvester vehicle but I wasn’t too familiar with it when I first saw it. A 1979 International Harvester Scout Terra is really a pretty unique truck. This one is listed for… more»

W72 400 4 Speed: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Project

Pontiac produced over 117,000 Trans Ams in 1979 out of 211,000 Firebirds that left the factory. The high performance engine option that year was the W72 400 cubic inch V8 engine that was manufactured in 1977 and stockpiled for… more»

Bitcoin Bandit: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

The owner of this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am has listed his car for sale here on eBay and stated that he prefers Bitcoin for payment when the auction is concluded. Currently, the car is bid to $28,100 and there… more»

Sundance Yellow: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

The first Pontiac Trans Am only came in one color, white with blue stripes. As the years moved on, Pontiac offered more vibrant options including Lucerne Blue, Brewster Green and even Sundance Yellow. There were very few Code 51… more»

One Fast Truck: 1979 Dodge Lil’ Red Express

Every once in a while, a US auto manufacturer produces a truly unique vehicle. It may be appeal to only a niche part of the market but I think the 1978-1978 Dodge Lil’ Red Express pick up is one… more»

Dirty Brown: 1979 Camaro Z28

Chevrolet canceled the Z28 option after 1974 but after seeing the continued popularity of the Pontiac Trans Am, they brought back the Z28 option in 1977. One of the best-selling years of the Camaro Z28 was 1979. This particular… more»

Unfinished Project: 1979 Pontiac Firebird

Can you save this bird from extinction? This is a 1979 Pontiac Firebird that the seller started to convert to a Trans Am. There are four days left in the auction and the car is located in Dandridge, Tennessee…. more»

Amazing 75 Mile 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car

This 1979 Ford Mustang Indy 500 Pace Car could be the lowest mile Pace Car Edition in existence. According to the seller, it has only traveled 75 miles since it left the assembly line. The Mustang is located in… more»

454 Short Bed! 1979 Chevrolet Big 10 Pickup

Squarebody pickups are all the rage right now. If you have the stomach for a deep restoration, this 1979 Chevrolet Big 10 Pickup may interest you. It is a short wheel base 1/2 ton truck with a 454 cubic… more»

Entry Level Muscle: 1979 Pontiac Formula

Some people did not like the new front end that Pontiac installed on the 1979 Firebird family. It was quite a departure from the “beaked nose” of the 1977-1978 Pontiac Firebird. The gold 1979 Pontiac Formula is at the… more»

Two For One: 1979 Pontiac Trans Ams

Located in the central Texas town of Killeen are two 1979 Pontiac Trans Ams that are being sold as a pair. The cars are both in project or probably “part-out” condition and represent the pinnacle of Trans Am production…. more»

34k Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

There were over 117,000 Pontiac Trans Ams produced in 1979. This was by far Pontiacs highest production year. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Winter Garden, Florida. It is for sale here on eBay with 4 days… more»

Dusty 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula 4-Speed

This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula is said to have been sitting for a long time. It is listed as a Trans Am but it is actually a Formula. Pontiac offered several models of the Firebird including the Esprit, Formula… more»

Limited Production: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary

For everyone looking for that dusty barn find, this one is for you. It is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am and while over 117,000 Trans Ams were produced in 1979, this car is a limited production 10th Anniversary edition…. more»

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