2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SLP Firehawk

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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Produced in limited numbers through a collaboration between Pontiac and SLP Engineering, the Firehawk transformed the already capable Firebird Formula or Trans Am into a genuine performance machine.

SLP's High Flow Induction System pushed the LS1 V8 — the same engine found in the Corvette — to 345 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, launching the car from zero to sixty in approximately five seconds. Bilstein shocks, progressive rate springs, Brembo brakes, and an Auburn Gear limited-slip differential completed a chassis tuned for both track and street. Distinctive 17-inch chrome American Racing wheels and a functional Ram Air hood announced its intentions visually.

SLP also lavished attention on detail, offering embroidered floor mats, a commemorative portfolio with a Certificate of Birth, and a custom rear deck mat — touches befitting a collector's car from day one.

Tragically, 2002 marked the Firebird’s final model year, making the Firehawk a bittersweet farewell to affordable American performance.

Featuring an aftermarket sound system, this SLP-modified '02 Firebird Trans Am Firehawk wears black paint over a black leather interior, and it features 18" wheels as well as aftermarket audio components. The car has been registered in the Southeastern U.S. since new. This 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Firehawk 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 Black (41U) over Black leather interior (19)

• 5.7L LS1 V8 rated at 345 hp

• 4-speed automatic transmission

• Factory T-Tops

Factory Equipment

• Factory and SLP options include:

  • CC1 – Removable panel glass hatch roof (T-Tops)

  • FE2 – Touring Suspension system ride and handling

  • G80 – Limited slip positraction rear axle

  • J65 – Power front & rear disc brake system

  • T43 – Uplevel Rear Spoiler

  • W55 – 10 speaker, Monsoon CD (Entertainment system option E)

  • Y82 – Trans Am package (Coupe)

  • WU6 – Firehawk Option for 1999-2002

Modifications

• 18" Forgestar Performance wheels

• Sony MEX-M5000-BT head unit

• Trunk-mounted Memphis woofer

Service

• Nitto NT555 tires; 275/35ZR18 Front, 285/35ZR18 Rear

Known Imperfections

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

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

• Driver's seat torn

• Faded carpets

• Wear on leather upholstery

• Various scratches and chips in paint

• Curb rash on wheels

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

  • January 2015: Damage reported: minor damage

  • December 2016: Damage reported: minor damage

Ownership History

This 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Firehawk is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama registration history.

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: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 Email: rpotts@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 Hagerty Marketplace 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.