Photo: eBay seller r9yfx_14
The 1979 Trans Am sold like hotcakes and eventually became the most successful iteration of this model, but I absolutely adore the 1977 release.
The dual square headlights, the new grille, and the flat hood made the Trans Am look better than ever. The new look rapidly impressed buyers in the States, and the 1977 Firebird sales went through the roof, increasing by approximately 40,000 units from the previous year.
Overall, Pontiac sold 155,735 Firebirds in 1977, with the Trans Am spearheading the series. It accounted for 68,744 units of all sold Firebirds, while the Esprit secured the runner-up spot with 44,548 units.
The Trans Am could be had with a choice of three engines. Most examples rolled off the assembly lines with the L78 400, but the W72 400 was a popular choice, especially for Trans Am buyers who wanted a manual transmission. The L80 403, borrowed from Oldsmobile and available on the 1977-1979 Trans Am with 185 horsepower, made its way to fewer than 6,500 Trans Ams.
The Trans Ams in these photos rolled off the assembly lines with the same 403 V8 under the hood. The car spent its entire life with the same family, and eBay seller r9yfx_14 says the vehicle has already received a partial refresh. The car got a new gas tank, a carburetor, and a starter, but based on the photos, it still requires extensive work in all key areas.
The Trans Am is a project, but the owner didn't share many specifics, so Internet detectives must now decrypt everything from the shared photos. The car might not be complete, with the door panels already missing. However, the only way to get a clear picture is to see the car in person or order a third-party inspection.
It's also unclear if the Trans Am is still original, but considering it's a family-owned example that has never been restored and didn't serve as a donor, the number of parts missing from it should be small.
If you believe this Trans Am is worth your time and money, you must be ready to pay a hefty price to take it home. The vehicle can be yours for $14,500, although the owner has also enabled the Make Offer option on eBay. It means you can negotiate the price, but I don't expect buyers to save too many dollars, considering the car is in good shape.
A full inspection is mandatory, especially because it's unknown if the Trans Am comes with rust damage on the undersides. It's unclear if the vehicle has been sitting for a long time, but the owner says the car has 150K miles on the clock. Considering the car rolled off the assembly lines in 1977, this Trans Am has likely spent most of its time on the road to reach that high mileage number.
Overall, Pontiac sold 155,735 Firebirds in 1977, with the Trans Am spearheading the series. It accounted for 68,744 units of all sold Firebirds, while the Esprit secured the runner-up spot with 44,548 units.
The Trans Am could be had with a choice of three engines. Most examples rolled off the assembly lines with the L78 400, but the W72 400 was a popular choice, especially for Trans Am buyers who wanted a manual transmission. The L80 403, borrowed from Oldsmobile and available on the 1977-1979 Trans Am with 185 horsepower, made its way to fewer than 6,500 Trans Ams.
The Trans Ams in these photos rolled off the assembly lines with the same 403 V8 under the hood. The car spent its entire life with the same family, and eBay seller r9yfx_14 says the vehicle has already received a partial refresh. The car got a new gas tank, a carburetor, and a starter, but based on the photos, it still requires extensive work in all key areas.
The Trans Am is a project, but the owner didn't share many specifics, so Internet detectives must now decrypt everything from the shared photos. The car might not be complete, with the door panels already missing. However, the only way to get a clear picture is to see the car in person or order a third-party inspection.
It's also unclear if the Trans Am is still original, but considering it's a family-owned example that has never been restored and didn't serve as a donor, the number of parts missing from it should be small.
If you believe this Trans Am is worth your time and money, you must be ready to pay a hefty price to take it home. The vehicle can be yours for $14,500, although the owner has also enabled the Make Offer option on eBay. It means you can negotiate the price, but I don't expect buyers to save too many dollars, considering the car is in good shape.
A full inspection is mandatory, especially because it's unknown if the Trans Am comes with rust damage on the undersides. It's unclear if the vehicle has been sitting for a long time, but the owner says the car has 150K miles on the clock. Considering the car rolled off the assembly lines in 1977, this Trans Am has likely spent most of its time on the road to reach that high mileage number.
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