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The Pontiac TransAm production began in 1969 and only a few hundred were sold that year. As the years progressed, the muscle car era and the days of the high-horsepower engine greatly digressed. Emission regulations, increase in oil prices, and increases in safety policy brought this glorious era to its knees. During this time, the popularity of the Trans Am steadily increased, thanks in-part to its relatively powerful engine, good handling, and styling. In 1977, Burt Reynolds' 'Smokey and the Bandit' was released and the car's place in history was secured.
A sub-series of the Firebird began by 1979, including the base Firebird, the luxurious Esprit, and the sporty Formula. The Trans Am still accounted for nearly half of total Firebird production.
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is finished in Starlight Black. It was built at Pontiac's VanNuys, California plant and carried a price of $8,694.45 when new. It has the iconic Firebird hood decal, chrome exhaust splitters, and 'Snowflake' aluminum wheels. It is powered by a 403 cubic-inch Oldsmobile-built V8 engine capable of producing 185 horsepower. There is a three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission and disc brakes in the front and drums in the rear. Other amenities include air conditioning, power steering, and tilt wheel.
In 2008, this vehicle was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions, where it was estimated to sell for $12,000-$18,000. Though there was no reserve, a high bid of $9,900 was enough to secure new ownership. The lot was soldBy Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
A sub-series of the Firebird began by 1979, including the base Firebird, the luxurious Esprit, and the sporty Formula. The Trans Am still accounted for nearly half of total Firebird production.
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is finished in Starlight Black. It was built at Pontiac's VanNuys, California plant and carried a price of $8,694.45 when new. It has the iconic Firebird hood decal, chrome exhaust splitters, and 'Snowflake' aluminum wheels. It is powered by a 403 cubic-inch Oldsmobile-built V8 engine capable of producing 185 horsepower. There is a three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission and disc brakes in the front and drums in the rear. Other amenities include air conditioning, power steering, and tilt wheel.
In 2008, this vehicle was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions, where it was estimated to sell for $12,000-$18,000. Though there was no reserve, a high bid of $9,900 was enough to secure new ownership. The lot was soldBy Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $12,000-USD $18,000
Sale Price :
USD $9,900
1979 Pontiac Firebird Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Pontiac Firebird
(Data based on Model Year 1979 sales)
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n116868 Sold for USD$39,600 2024 Mecum : Indy Fall Special | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: dr137847mo Sold for USD$27,500 2024 Mecum : Indy Fall Special | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9l205256 Sold for USD$29,700 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n191946 Sold for USD$33,000 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: dr137847m0 Sold for USD$23,100 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87z9l177124 Sold for USD$41,800 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Coupe Chassis#: 2w87k9l104844 Sold for USD$24,200 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87w9l187370 Sold for USD$27,500 2024 Mecum : Dallas | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87k9n187226 Sold for USD$49,500 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87k9l177352 Sold for USD$69,300 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87w9l187173 Sold for USD$36,300 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87k9n121409 Sold for USD$28,050 2024 Mecum : Indy | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Coupe Chassis#: 2w87k9n169637 Sold for USD$25,300 2024 Mecum : Indy | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87z9n163116 Sold for USD$38,500 2024 Mecum : Indy | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87z9l170100 Sold for USD$112,750 2024 Mecum : Indy | |
1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 2S87Y9N168410 Sold for USD$13,200 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Chassis#: 2X87K9N156027 Sold for USD$62,700 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary Chassis#: 2x87z9l169294 Sold for USD$52,800 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Chassis#: 2w87z9l129735 Sold for USD$63,800 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE Chassis#: 2w87k9l195894 Sold for USD$74,800 2024 Mecum : Glendale |
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 |
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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 | |||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Pro Touring | 2022 Mecum Indy | ||||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum Indy | $32,000 | |||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | $40,000 | |||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2021 Mecum : Kansas City | $27,000 | |||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2021 Mecum : Orlando | $28,000 | |||
1979 Pontiac Trans Am Silver Anniversary | 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | $90,000 | $110,000 | $125,000 |
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