2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Coupe

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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By 2001, the Firebird was nearing the end of its storied run, and Pontiac made sure the final chapters counted. The Trans Am WS6 package stands as one of the finest expressions of American muscle from that era. Under the hood sat a 5.7-liter LS1 V8 producing 325 horsepower, paired with a cold-air induction system, larger throttle body, and free-flowing exhaust that gave the car a genuinely aggressive character. The car's 0-60 mph times dipped into the low five-second range, numbers that rivaled cars costing far more.

Add T-tops to the equation, and the WS6 became something special: open-air thrill without sacrificing structural rigidity or that long, sculpted hood. The removable glass panels let sunlight and engine note flood the cabin, turning any drive into an event.

Inside, supportive seats and a driver-focused dash reinforced the sense that this was a serious performance car, not just a styling exercise. Combined with sharp handling from the WS6 suspension upgrades, the package delivered genuine sports car dynamics.

Finished in Arctic White over a Ebony leather interior, this 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am features the WS6 Performance Package, an automatic transmission, glass T-Top panels, and a Monsoon-branded audio head unit. The car has been registered in Alabama since new, and it was issued a Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon title branding in 2003. This 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Coupe is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist with a CARFAX Vehicle History Report and a bonded Alabama title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Arctic White (41) with a Ebony leather interior (192)

• 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine with WS6 package

• 4-speed 4L60E automatic transmission

• WS6 Performance Package

• Glass T-Tops

Factory Equipment

• WS6 Ram Air Performance Package:

  • Functional Ram Air hood (twin nostrils)

  • Higher output (~325 hp / 350 lb‑ft)

  • Less restrictive dual exhaust

  • Upgraded suspension (stiffer springs, larger sway bars)

  • 17‑inch wheels and wider tires

• Factory options include:

  • CC1 – Roof, Hatch, Removable Panels, Glass

  • FE4 – Suspension System Special Ride & Handling

  • G80 – Axle: Rear, Positraction, Limited Slip

  • W55 – Entertainment System Option E

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.

• Paint chips

• Weathered window seals

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

• The included CARFAX history report lists the following (see report for full details):

  • June 2003: Manufacturer Buyback or Lemon Reported

Ownership History

This 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists registration in Alabama, as well as a Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon title branding in 2003.

Included Items

• Owner’s manual

• Carpeted floor mats

Additional Notes

The Alabama title lists a Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon brand. According to the included CARFAX Vehicle History Report, a Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon-branded title was first issued in 2003.

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.