43k-Mile 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Collector Edition Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

“It takes a substantial dose of gut instinct and the desire to show the world what you're made of. Nothing shows it better than the new Firebird Trans Am Collector Edition.” — Pontiac

The 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Collector Edition marked the final chapter of the iconic Firebird line, celebrating 35 years of performance and style. Introduced as a limited-production model, it was available only in bright Collector Yellow with bold black and silver graphics, including a screaming chicken on the hood—a nod to the legendary 1970s Trans Ams. Contractor American Specialty Cars (ASC) was tapped to add the graphics and other unique features.

Built on the F-body platform, the Collector Edition was powered by a 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine producing 325 horsepower, and all were equipped with the WS6 Ram Air performance package. Buyers could choose between a six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Performance upgrades included a freer-flowing exhaust, stiffer suspension, and 17-inch black-painted aluminum wheels with polished lips. The Collector Edition was the Official Pace Car of the Daytona 500 that year, with Motor Trend reporting, “The short translation: the car needs no performance modifications to handle high-speed track duty.”

Inside, the car featured ebony leather seats embroidered with the Collector Edition logo, along with unique badging and a numbered dash plaque. Only 2,390 coupes and convertibles were produced.

As the last hurrah for the Firebird before Pontiac ceased production of the model, the 2002 Collector Edition stands as a tribute to the brand’s muscle car legacy — blending retro flair with modern excitement. And this rare two-owner Z15 Collector Edition convertible shows just 43,615 miles from new.

Highlights

• Z15 Collector Edition celebrating final year of the Firebird

• Finished in unique Collector Yellow (54U) with a black convertible top

• Ebony Leather (194) seats with embroidered Collector Edition logos

• Only 2,393 coupes and convertibles produced

• Rarest of the Collector Editions with 488 convertibles with four-speed automatic transmission produced

• Powered by a 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine with WS6 Ram Air package rated at 325 hp

• MXO 4L60-E four-speed automatic transmission

Features

• Production Breakdown

• Coupes (T-top) – 1,351 total

  • 842 with six-speed manual transmission

  • 509 with four-speed automatic transmission

• Convertibles – 1,042 total

  • 554 with six-speed manual transmission

  • 488 with four-speed automatic transmission

• 17-inch machine-faced aluminum wheels finished in black

• Collector Edition badging

• Functional WS6 Ram Air hood scoops

• Low-restriction exhaust

• Black mirror caps

• Rear decklid spoiler

• Fog lights

Known Imperfections

• Power top inoperable

• Paint reportedly shows some stone chips and imperfections commensurate with mileage.

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists the following incidents, with further details provided via the report shown in the “Additional documents” section of this listing:

  • October 2006: “Accident reported: minor to moderate damage”

  • June 2009: “Accident reported: very minor damage"

    • Note that the owner disputes that this accident occurred.

Included

• Owner’s manual

• Collector edition folder and pen

• Custom dealer Collector Edition car cover

• Never-used Collector Edition shirts

• Never-used Collector Edition hats

• Letter from ASC showing authenticity of this Collector Edition

• Locking wheel nut socket

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this two-owner 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Collector Edition Convertible in Michigan, Florida, and since 2022, back to Michigan. The current owners acquired the Trans Am in 2003 with 840 miles on the odometer.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com