1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Ram Air III Four-Speed

Description

General Motors’ first-generation F-body cars were rapidly developed in response to the Ford Mustang, and plans for a second generation were green-lit almost as soon as the first Chevrolet Camaros and Pontiac Firebirds went on sale in 1967. Designed by legendary GM design chief Bill Mitchell, the second-generation F-cars were introduced mid-way through the 1970 model year wearing dramatic, European-influenced bodywork with long hoods and truncated fastback rear ends. The top-level Firebird Trans Am model remained available and was joined by new Firebird Esprit and Firebird Formula packages. Engine options for the Trans Am were carried over from 1969, which included two variants of the 400 cu-in Ram Air V8 – a standard 345 horsepower L74 Ram Air III, and an optional 370 horsepower L67 Ram Air IV. While the Firebird Formula could be had with the Ram Air III engine, the fender flares, “shaker” hood scoop, and spats ahead of the front and rear wheel openings were unique to the Trans Am. Hailing from the heyday of American muscle, early second-generation Trans Ams are collectible for their artful styling, exciting color schemes, and impressive performance figures. 

Highlights

• Powered by a 400 cu-in, overhead-valve, four-barrel-carburetted L74 Ram Air III V8 rated at 345 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque

• Shifted via a Muncie M20 four-speed manual transmission

• 12-bolt rear axle with 3.73:1 gear ratio

• Subject of a restoration reportedly completed in 2015

• Refinished in its original factory shade of Polar White (10) with a blue stripe

• Black (218) vinyl interior

• Rides on 15-inch Rally II wheels mounted with raised white-letter BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires 

• This Firebird Trans Am Ram Air III is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 15,500 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features

• Front air dam

• Chrome rear bumper

• Color-keyed dual exterior racing mirrors

• Engine-turned aluminum dash panel

• “Shaker” hood scoop

• Rear ducktail spoiler

• Thick stabilizer bars, front and rear

• Heavy-duty springs and shocks

• Padded three-spoke steering wheel

• Voltmeter, water temperature, and oil pressure gauges

• Delco push-button AM/FM radio

• Hurst shifter

• Heater

• Bucket seats

• Center console

• Lap seatbelts

• Manually operated windows

• Dual-speed windshield wipers

• Dual padded sun visors

• Locking glove compartment

• Lined trunk compartment

• Back-up lights

• Dual exhaust outlets

Known Imperfections

• Cracking in front grille surround

• Discoloration of clear coat in some areas, as pictured

Included

• PHS Automotive Services, Inc. information packet

• Digital copy of original build sheet

• Jack

• Spare wheel and tire

Ownership History

The accompanying digital build sheet shows that this Firebird Trans Am was originally delivered to All American Pontiac Inc. in San Jose, California. The consignor acquired the car approximately two and a half years ago.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $1,450. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.