I had one too, in Mayan Red with a 400. I bought it new and paid $6,300 for it. The thing only made 190 hp. My 2017 Mustang V-6 with 300 ponies, which I currently own, would drive circles around it.
The 71 455 HO was a substantially faster car than your '78. It was some 300 pounds lighter and 80 HP stronger, assuming yours was the higher output "T/A 6.6" as opposed to the doggier Oldsmobile 403.
Nice! I just bought a beautiful 1969 Firebird 400. If I hadn't found that one, I might be giving you a call..., if I had the $$ for this car! I'm sure that this car is out of my price range though.
My friend has this same car, it's not numbers matching but still a 455 4speed in maroon on black sitting in a garage in Ky. , just waiting on that blank check to bring her back to life.
Back in the day, Pontiac specifically stated that their new 1971 455 HO "performs better than anything in Pontiac history. Both low and top ends." That's fact. Many dismissed this engine because it, like all new GM performance engines for 1971 was a low compression engine. Everyone knew that the performance era would come to a screeching halt for the 1972 model year (tightening federal emissions and safety requirements plus skyrocketing insurance premiums). In a seeming act of defiance, Pontiac specifically engineered this engine for this single year. (The 1972 version was less potent). This engine was rated at 310 SAE NET HP in the GTO, and 305 Net HP in the Firebirds, due to the later's more restrictive exhaust system. While those figures may seem quaint by today's standard, they were highly impressive by 1971 and prior model years. (Unlike earlier Gross power and torque ratings, net figures represent what the engine produces in its as installed stated, with full factory intake and exhaust system and all engine accessories in place and operating. So equipped, a '71 455 HO Trans Am was capable of very high 13 second quarter miles straight off the showroom floor.
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The best trans ams ever built were from 1970 - 1973 and yes its gotta have a 4 spd
I used to have a red 455 h.o really miss it. Pete from U.K
This Trans Am is incredible! Thank you for the review.
Gorgeous looking Pontiac Trans Am inside and outside Best Wishes Greg Steve from the UK
Magnificent ... they didn't come out of the factory that good. Thanks for sharing.
I wish that I had both the money and the ability to buy and drive this car, totally awesome
I'm gonna buy a car from you guys one day .
Very Nice and Love the Blue Color too One of my favorites
Another beauty that is for sure, love watching, would really love owning! Well maybe some day, good job!
Lord, that is one fine machine.
Very very cool ... Boogie Night reignited my love for these
Unfortunately we will never see this era again
Nothing like an early TA !
Sorry to say, but both front fenders are from a later year TA.
Great videos
Yes, the inner portions in the engine bay are a giveaway
No sé cómo lo hacen pero presentan los vehículos mejor que nuevos, gracias por mostrar la belleza de cada modelo.
I had a 77 TA and a 73 FB. These things handle great on the road. Very balanced.
dang Greg now this is the one you really got me with beautiful
you gotta love the sound of that rock crusher m22. nice resto .
You guys use the best tunes. Nice car too.
Ein fantastisches Auto., vielen Dank für die Vorstellung, viele Grüße aus Deutschland
Ohhh How I Wish I could Sell my Soul and BUY THIS CAR!!!!! DAMN!!!!!! I had a 78 TA Years ago...THIS IS NICE
70'-72' are the shit.
I had one too, in Mayan Red with a 400. I bought it new and paid $6,300 for it. The thing only made 190 hp. My 2017 Mustang V-6 with 300 ponies, which I currently own, would drive circles around it.
The 71 455 HO was a substantially faster car than your '78. It was some 300 pounds lighter and 80 HP stronger, assuming yours was the higher output "T/A 6.6" as opposed to the doggier Oldsmobile 403.
Sweet, very sweet!
Nice! I just bought a beautiful 1969 Firebird 400. If I hadn't found that one, I might be giving you a call..., if I had the $$ for this car! I'm sure that this car is out of my price range though.
My friend has this same car, it's not numbers matching but still a 455 4speed in maroon on black sitting in a garage in Ky. , just waiting on that blank check to bring her back to life.
I agree with you.Nice car .
Wow, just wow
BADASS T/A!!!!!
It would be a sin to drive that thing..... Too nice !
Damn. Wish i could afford it.
I'm assuming it is no longer for sale?
I wish I was stupid rich at this moment 😔
The ram air heat shields are missing on both sides other than that looks perfect
This car is sick.
Nice!!!!!!!!
That's a beautiful blue ! How much did this car go for ?
Back in the day, Pontiac specifically stated that their new 1971 455 HO "performs better than anything in Pontiac history. Both low and top ends." That's fact. Many dismissed this engine because it, like all new GM performance engines for 1971 was a low compression engine. Everyone knew that the performance era would come to a screeching halt for the 1972 model year (tightening federal emissions and safety requirements plus skyrocketing insurance premiums). In a seeming act of defiance, Pontiac specifically engineered this engine for this single year. (The 1972 version was less potent).
This engine was rated at 310 SAE NET HP in the GTO, and 305 Net HP in the Firebirds, due to the later's more restrictive exhaust system. While those figures may seem quaint by today's standard, they were highly impressive by 1971 and prior model years. (Unlike earlier Gross power and torque ratings, net figures represent what the engine produces in its as installed stated, with full factory intake and exhaust system and all engine accessories in place and operating.
So equipped, a '71 455 HO Trans Am was capable of very high 13 second quarter miles straight off the showroom floor.
Nice bird.
Beautifil trans am my god
so is carb not correct or trans ? how much $ ? dont have time to watch 12 mins ad.
$84,900 www.vanguardmotorsales.com/inventory/3711/1971-pontiac-firebird-trans-am
Too nice for me lol, id like to have one I could drive around
If I could afford the thing you can bet I would be driving it around lol
Hmmm, this or a brand new C8 Corvette convertible?
she is nice
Mannnnnnnn, lay some color on that metal dude!
The intake manifold should be unpainted aluminum. Hard to tell from the video if it’s original.
Asking price? No A/C right? Thanks!
$84,900 www.vanguardmotorsales.com/inventory/3711/1971-pontiac-firebird-trans-am
What is the price on that
This dream has already been parked in someone else’s driveway but keep an eye on our website and UA-cam channel because we have new inventory coming in every day!
Wow
Oh man!
I know you don't hear me 🎅 I've been asking for this car all my life how about in 20/20 PLEASE😁
It's a great car MAAAAAN but these honeycomb wheels although correct don't do it justice. It needs some deep dish wheels but still small diameter.
Back in the day they were a dime a dozen.... now collectors items.....!
billions and billions
How much?
$84,900 www.vanguardmotorsales.com/inventory/3711/1971-pontiac-firebird-trans-am
I wish .
Nice ride, but not for me with the matching numbers I would feel too guilty driving it.
Bruh there no comments
Nope, that carb didn't come from the factory. Car may of had a aftermarket Holley and the original carb was lost and that was all they could find.
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Sorry I don't have $1,000,000
drooooolllll…..
DROOL
How much?
$84,900 www.vanguardmotorsales.com/inventory/3711/1971-pontiac-firebird-trans-am