1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6

Description

Pontiac introduced the Firebird in 1967 as its entry into the pony-car segment, sharing the F-body platform with the Chevrolet Camaro but distinguished by its styling and performance focus. By the late 1970s, the Firebird Trans Am had become one of the most recognizable American performance cars of its era, known for bold graphics, distinctive bodywork, and available V8 power.

The 1979 model year represented the final appearance of the second-generation Firebird before styling revisions were introduced for 1980. It remains notable for its crisp body lines, optional “screaming chicken” hood decal, and multiple drivetrain options. These cars combined style and performance at a time when the muscle car market was in transition.

This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is finished in its factory-correct Solar Gold color with an optional tan velour interior and bucket seats. It is equipped with the desirable WS6 "Special Performance Package" including aluminum wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and upgraded suspension components along with optional cruise control and air conditioning. Power is provided by a factory 6.6-liter (403ci) Oldsmobile V8 paired with an automatic transmission.

Highlights

• Factory-correct Solar Gold exterior, recently refinished according to the seller

• Factory-optional tan velour interior with bucket seats

• 6.6-L (403-cu in) Oldsmobile V8 paired with automatic transmission

• Factory-optional WS6 "Special Performance Package"

  • Aluminum wheels

  • Four-wheel disc brakes

  • Upgraded suspension components.

• Factory-optional air conditioning system (compressor reportedly needs recharging)

• Factory-optional cruise control

Features

• 6.6-liter (403ci) V8 engine

• Automatic transmission

• Power steering, brakes, and windows

• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel

• Factory AM/FM radio

• Rally wheels with Cooper Cobra Radial G/T tires

Known Imperfections

• Air conditioning compressor reportedly needs recharging

• Corrosion on some underside components

• Discoloration on driver and passenger door panel carpets

• Discoloration on driver front floor mat

• Cracks on steering wheel center cap and arms

• Wear visible on upper surface of steering wheel

• Scratches on window switch bezel

• Trunk carpet missing

• Broken driver seat belt clip

• Paint chips on front end

• Burns in carpet on passenger floor

Included Items

• Factory window sticker (shown in photo gallery)

Ownership History

This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 is offered by the selling dealer located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It has been maintained in factory-correct specification and was recently refinished in its original Solar Gold exterior color according to the seller.