1978 Pontiac Firebird for sale - Sherman, Texas

Description:
Interior Color:
Black

Exterior Color:
Black

Description:
Few muscle cars command attention quite like a black second generation Trans Am. By 1978, Pontiac had perfected the aggressive styling that made these cars icons of the late muscle car era, with the shaker hood, front and rear spoilers, honeycomb wheels, and unmistakable road presence that still turns heads nearly five decades later. While the legendary Special Edition models became instant celebrities thanks to Hollywood, tribute builds like this capture the same unmistakable attitude while delivering modern reliability and substantially more performance than Pontiac could have imagined in 1978. Power comes from a Proformance Unlimited Pontiac 400ci crate V8 producing a stout 450 horsepower. Built with Edelbrock aluminum heads, an Edelbrock aluminum intake, hydraulic roller camshaft, MSD Pro Billet distributor, full ARP engine hardware, and free flowing dual exhaust, this Pontiac delivers the deep rumble and hard charging performance enthusiasts expect. Shifting duties are handled by a professionally built 200R4 automatic transmission, giving this Firebird strong acceleration along with comfortable highway cruising. Finished in sinister black over a matching black vinyl bucket seat interior, this Trans Am nails the classic Pontiac muscle car formula. The shaker hood rises proudly through the hood while new honeycomb wheels complete the unmistakable factory inspired appearance. Inside, you\'ll find bucket seats, a center console, custom console with integrated cupholders, tilt steering column, power windows, air conditioning, aftermarket stereo system, tachometer, and even a rear backup camera that adds modern convenience without taking away from the vintage character. Handling and stopping have been upgraded with power steering, power front disc brakes, and front and rear sway bars to help this Pontiac feel planted whether carving through winding roads or cruising to the local car show. Details like the chrome front driver, driver\'s remote mirror, and custom rear package tray round out a thoughtful build that blends classic styling with carefully selected upgrades. Whether you\'re chasing the look of the legendary Special Edition Trans Ams or simply want one of Pontiac\'s greatest performance icons with modern horsepower and drivability, this 1978 Firebird Trans Am Special Edition Tribute delivers the best of both worlds. It has the unmistakable presence, the legendary Pontiac V8 soundtrack, and enough performance to remind everyone why these birds continue to soar among American muscle car legends. Yes - Radio Yes - Speedometer Yes - Tail Lights Yes - Turn Signals Yes - Air Conditioning Yes - Fuel Gauge Yes - Heater Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge Yes - Runs Yes - Tachometer Yes - Temperature Gauge Yes - Wipers Yes - Brake Lights Yes - Headlights Yes - Horn