455-Powered 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1979 Pontiac Trans Am marked the peak of second-generation F-body popularity, boosted by its starring role in “Smokey and the Bandit.” It featured bold styling with a redesigned front-end, four rectangular headlamps, and the iconic “screaming chicken” hood decal. Engine options ranged from the standard 301 Pontiac V8 to the higher-output 400 Pontiac V8, the latter available only with a four-speed manual. With over 117,000 units sold, 1979 was the Trans Am’s best sales year, cementing its legacy as a muscle car icon during a time of tightening emissions regulations.

This Trans Am was originally a California car with a 301ci V8 and blue paint, which was transformed by the previous owner in striking white with black graphics. Under the hood, a cammed 455ci V8 replaces the original engine, mated to a four-speed 200-4R automatic transmission. Dual exhaust, an LED digital dash, and a refreshed interior using factory or factory-style components enhance its appeal. Upgraded “snowflake” wheels and fresh tires (said to have just 1,600 miles) complete the package. This upgraded Trans Am is now offered with service and upgrade documents and a clean title.

Factory Equipment

• “Screaming Chicken” graphic on hood

• 15" Snowflake wheels wearing Cooper Cobra Radial G/T tires

• GM 10-bolt rear end, gear ratio unknown

• Power brakes

• Power windows

• The chassis number (2W87W9L112087) decodes as:

  • 2 – Pontiac

  • W – Trans Am

  • 87 – Coupe

  • W – 301ci 4bbl V8 (now 455 V8)

  • 9 – 1979

  • L – Los Angeles, California assembly plant

  • 112087 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Resprayed white with black graphics

• 455ci Pontiac V8 with performance camshaft

• 200-4R four-speed automatic transmission

• Moroso valve covers

• Headers

• Aftermarket mufflers

• Aftermarket LED gauges

Servicing & Documentation

• October 2025:

  • New graphics added

  • Ceramic coating applied

• December 2024:

  • Adjust timing and carburetor

• July 2024:

  • Valve cover gaskets replaced

  • Upper control arm bushings replaced

  • New water temperature sender

  • Fluids replaced

Known Imperfections

• No stereo head-unit, speakers are still in the car

• Air Conditioning inoperable

• Heat inoperable

• Rust on rocker panels

• Bubbles forming on rear wheel arches

• Paint nicks and blemishes

Ownership History

The seller has owned this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am since March 2024. It is now offered with a clean title.

Included Items

• Service and upgrade documents (shown in the "Additional documents" section below)

• Assorted spare parts

Additional Information

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