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The 1979 Pontiac Firebird wore completely restyled bodywork with improved aerodynamics, an enhanced rear spoiler, and larger fender flares. This was also the final year for big-block V8 engines from Pontiac with the optional 400 cubic-inch W72 V8 powerplant. Pontiac claimed the engine offered 220 horsepower and 320 lbs-ft of torque, yet independent tests revealed that it was closer to 280 hp.
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is powered by the W72 400 CID V8 engine paired with a four-speed manual gearbox, which was mandatory when choosing the larger engine. Another required option with the big block was the WS6 handling package which added a constant ratio steering box, larger rear sway bar, and beefed-up springs and shocks.
This Pontiac has just 41 miles from new and was custom-ordered with a brown Doeskin vinyl interior. Convenience features include air-conditioning, power steering, and power brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2023
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is powered by the W72 400 CID V8 engine paired with a four-speed manual gearbox, which was mandatory when choosing the larger engine. Another required option with the big block was the WS6 handling package which added a constant ratio steering box, larger rear sway bar, and beefed-up springs and shocks.
This Pontiac has just 41 miles from new and was custom-ordered with a brown Doeskin vinyl interior. Convenience features include air-conditioning, power steering, and power brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2023
2023 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $125,000
Sale Price :
USD $106,400
1979 Pontiac Firebird Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Pontiac Firebird
(Data based on Model Year 1979 sales)
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 2W87W9L143601 Sold for USD$41,800 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87k9l185341 Sold for USD$61,600 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Chassis#: 2w87k9l193254 Sold for USD$62,700 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87k9n193860 Sold for USD$39,600 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87z9l163002 Sold for USD$37,400 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n107670 Sold for USD$28,600 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9l197454 Sold for USD$20,350 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9l129550 Sold for USD$38,500 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87w9n164373 Sold for USD$41,250 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87z9n154836 Sold for USD$0 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87z9l118777 Sold for USD$71,500 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87k9n106564 Sold for USD$81,400 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n107670 Sold for USD$27,500 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n165470 Sold for USD$45,100 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Coupe Chassis#: 2w87k9n165122 Sold for USD$28,600 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM Chassis#: 2W87Z9N137545 Sold for USD$66,000 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM Chassis#: 2W87K9L152416 Sold for USD$42,900 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM SE Chassis#: 2W87K9L195894 Sold for USD$55,000 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM Chassis#: 2W87K9N161516 Sold for USD$18,700 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9l139187 Sold for USD$44,000 2024 Mecum : Las Vegas |
Pontiac Firebirds That Failed To Sell At Auction
1979 Pontiac Firebird's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION | 2X87K9N160474 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary | 2x87z9l163007 | 2025 Mecum : Houston | $39,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87z9l156162 | 2025 Mecum : Glendale | $50,000 | $75,000 | $80,000 |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87k9n169637 | 2025 Mecum : Glendale | $28,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87k9l138453 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $15,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87z9n117055 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $27,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Coupe | 2x87k9n152957 | 2024 Mecum : Indy Fall Special | $22,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87k9n149523 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $17,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87k9l192576 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $15,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Coupe | 2x87k9n152957 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $25,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87k9l141856 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $44,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans am | 2s87y9n168410 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $15,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary | 2x87z9l170100 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $100,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87z9l134019 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $40,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2w87z9n148545 | 2023 Mecum : Kansas City | $55,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE | 2w87k9l179053 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $45,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary | 2x87k9l161090 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $110,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula | 2u87k9n108311 | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 | $30,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE | 2w87z9n114713 | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 | $85,000 | ||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2023 Mecum : Glendale | $40,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $90,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $85,000 | $125,000 | $150,000 | |
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Las Vegas | $19,500 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Chicago | $23,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Chicago | $15,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Dallas | $45,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Dallas | $140,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Orlando | $18,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Orlando | $23,000 | |||
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary | 2022 Mecum Indy | $30,000 |
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