1976 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 4-Speed

Description

The second-generation Firebird was introduced for 1970 and remained in production through 1981, representing one of the longer-running and most visually consistent platform runs in American performance car history. The Trans Am sat at the top of the Firebird hierarchy throughout, distinguished by its shaker hood scoop, specific suspension tuning, and the bold graphics package that made it one of the most recognizable American cars of the decade. The 400ci V8 remained the top engine option through the mid-1970s, and pairing it with a 4-speed manual transmission represented the most driver-focused configuration in a lineup that was otherwise trending toward automatics and reduced displacement.

This 1976 Trans Am is finished in Firethorn Red over white vinyl bucket seats and is powered by the 400ci V8 backed by a 4-speed manual transmission and Hurst shifter. The Screaming Chicken hood decal and Trans Am fender decals are fitted alongside 17-inch honeycomb-style wheels.

During the seller's ownership, the carburetor, exhaust, various suspension components are said to have been replaced along with the installation of a radiator with electric fans, a performance camshaft, and a limited-slip differential featuring a Moser Engineering cover.

This 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is offered with a clean New York title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• Carbureted 400ci V8 engine

• 4-speed manual transmission with Hurst shifter

• Firethorn Red over white vinyl bucket seats

• Screaming Chicken hood decal

Factory Equipment

• Power-assisted front disc brakes, rear drums

• Power-assisted steering

• Shaker hood scoop

• Vinyl upholstery

• Bucket seats

• Heater

• The vehicle's chassis number (2W87Z6N515531) decodes as:

  • 2: Pontiac Motor Division

  • W: Trans Am model line

  • 87: 2-door hardtop coupe

  • Z: 400 cid 4-barrel V8 engine

  • 6: Model year 1976

  • N: Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant

  • 515531: Production serial number

Modifications

• Aftermarket camshaft

• Aluminum radiator with electric fans

• Limited-slip differential

• Moser Engineering differential cover

• Aftermarket valve covers

• 17" honeycomb-style wheels

• Hurst shifter and floor mats

Servicing

The seller reports the following work during their ownership:

• Carburetor replaced

• Various suspension components replaced

• Exhaust system replaced

• Aftermarket camshaft installed

Known Imperfections

• Various paint chips, scratches, and swirling

• Wear on various interior surfaces

• 8-track radio inoperative

• Tires with older date codes

Included Items

• Multiple keys