Ah, the 1960s. It was an era of growing hope and prosperity and a time when customers could buy some of the most potent high-performance models released by American manufacturers. Tightening emission and safety regulations seemed a world away,… more»
Trans Am
Jan 1, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
1 of 319 Special Edition: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
The Trans Am began as a performance version of the Pontiac Firebird in 1969. Sales moved up slowly year after year until the first Smokey and the Bandit movie was released in 1977. After that, demand exploded, and Pontiac… more»
Dec 15, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
632 CID V8: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
This frame off, rotisserie restored 1973 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Cypress, Texas near Houston. The car is painted in 1970-1972 Trans Am livery and is modified with aftermarket 18″ billet wheels, Vintage Air AC and a modern… more»
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
38k-Mile Rarity! 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am
Given the resources and materials Pontiac had to work with for the early eighties, the Turbo Trans Am was actually a commendable effort in its time period. You’ve got to remember the oil crisis of the late seventies and… more»
Dec 10, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Custom Convertible: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
The Pontiac Trans Am would become a hot commodity in the late 1970s due in part to the popularity of the Smokey and The Bandit movies with Burt Reynolds. From the factory, the cars were limited to a single… more»
Dec 9, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cameo White Project: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1973 Pontiac Trans Am was only offered in three colors – Cameo White, Buccaneer Red and Brewster Green. This Cameo White example is clearly a project and the seller states that the engine and transmission are long gone…. more»
Nov 30, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
No Reserve Bandit: 1976 Pontiac Trans-Am 455 V8 SE Y82
The mid-1970s were the zenith of the Malaise Age. Pontiac’s sales fell nearly in half from 1973 to 1975, and they weren’t alone. A recession didn’t help, but regulations and a gas crisis were the real culprits. In an… more»
Nov 23, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Possible Bandit Clone? 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
In the pony car world, Pontiac developed a reputation for offering respectable performance during The Malaise Era when all others had waved the white flag. However, even it couldn’t avoid the inevitable, with 1980 marking a significant turning point… more»
Nov 8, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Smokey and The Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
No motion picture probably did more for the popularity of an automobile than Smokey and The Bandit and the Pontiac Trans Am. Sure, there was Bullitt and the Dodge Charger. Or Vanishing Point and the Dodge Challenger. But sales… more»
Nov 4, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Collection Of 12 Classic Cars & Trucks In Albuquerque, NM!
Barn Finds reader BobQ recently spotted this collection of a dozen classic cars and trucks that the owner says must go, and while it’s not the largest bunch of vehicles we’ve ever seen in one place there’s some really… more»
Nov 2, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Ram Air Muscle! 1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Excitement over the Firebird was still flying high at Pontiac in 1971, with the company offering four different models of the car that year including the base Firebird, the more luxurious Esprit, the sporty Formula, and the top of… more»
Oct 24, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1-of-1: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am
Stating that any classic car is unique can be risky, but that is what the seller claims about this 1974 Pontiac Trans Am. However, it isn’t an idle claim because they hold verifying documentation. It presents beautifully, although the… more»
Sep 26, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Numbers Matching: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
The Burt Reynolds movie Smokey and the Bandit debuted in May 1977 (the same month as Star Wars). One of two things happened that summer: either the hot black Pontiac Trans Am helped sell movie tickets (and popcorn) or… more»
Sep 26, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Runs and Drives: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1973 model year saw Pontiac introduce two new colors to the iconic Trans Am’s palette. One was a shade called Brewster Green, which originally graced the panels of our feature car. It runs and drives but needs a… more»
Sep 22, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
455/4-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
Although tightening emission regulations strangled engines during the 1970s, Pontiac remained the torchbearer for those seeking performance models. The 1976 Trans Am outshone its pony car competition, and buyers had to opt for a Corvette if they sought something… more»
Sep 21, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
21,000 Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Some survivor-grade classics can look rough around the edges, while others will leave you astounded by their preservation. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am fits into the second category, and its condition is a testament to an original owner who… more»
