1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection returns with Part 2 offering over 250 cars in August all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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The 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am marked a turning point for GM's F-body platform, introducing a bold aesthetic refresh alongside a genuine leap in performance. Most notably, this model year saw the debut of the LS1 5.7-liter V8, borrowed from the Corvette, replacing the aging LT1. The result was 305 horsepower and 335 lb-ft of torque, giving the Trans Am blistering acceleration for its era—0 to 60 mph in roughly 5.2 seconds.

Visually, the 1998 refresh brought a sharper front fascia with distinctive “cat-eye” headlights, a more aggressive hood scoop, and revised bumpers that gave the car a leaner, more menacing stance compared to earlier '90s Firebirds. The interior retained the driver-focused cockpit design fans expected. As Pontiac said, “If you want the ultimate power trip, it’s all in there.”

Available as a coupe or convertible, the LS1-powered 1998 Trans Am became an instant favorite

This Bright Red over Gray leather example features the optional glass T-Tops, an SLP air box, and Kenwood audio components. It has largely been registered in the southeastern U.S.

1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist with a CARFAX Vehicle History Report and a bonded rebuilt Alabama title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Bright Red (81U) over Gray leather interior (14I)

• 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine (shared with the C5 Corvette)

• 4-speed 4L60E automatic transmission

• Glass T-Tops

Factory Equipment

• Factory options include:

  • CC1 – Roof, Hatch, Removable Panels, Glass

  • FE2 – Rally Suspension Package

  • G80 – Axle: Rear, Positraction, Limited Slip

  • J65 – Brake System, Power, Front and Rear Disc

  • NP5 – Steering Wheel, Leather Wrapped

  • P05 – 15X6, Painted (Aluminum)

  • W55 – Entertainment System Option E

  • Y82 – Trans Am Package

Modifications

• SLP Air Box

• Kenwood head unit

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars.

• Panel gaps

• Signs of paint work

• Headliner damage

• Door card damage

• Instrument panel pad damage

• A highly detailed underside scan can be viewed in the gallery.

• According to the included CARFAX history report, the following servicing was completed:

  • November 1999: Accident reported with another motor vehicle

  • May 2010: Accident reported: minor damage

  • October 2013: TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE

Ownership History

This 1996 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists registration in Georgia, Kansas, and Alabama.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   Email: mlowney@hagerty.com

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide very limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential; however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require extensive additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is.  

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Broad Arrow representative is onsite, between the hours of 9AM to 6PM local time beginning Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 30. No cars can be retrieved prior to September 14, and any lots remaining after September 30 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.