This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is a two-owner example that shows just 30k miles since new. This T-top equipped car reportedly sat in a barn for many years, and it retains its original paint and decals. The original owner sold the car in 2012 with just 11k miles on the odometer, and it has been driven just over 19k miles since. It remains in stock condition apart from period-appropriate rear window louvers and wider WS6 wheels, as well as replacement carpet and door panels. The 301ci V8 resides under a rear-facing shaker scoop and is backed by a 3-speed TH350 automatic transmission. The car is located in Grand Rapids and is now offered by the selling dealer with a clean Michigan title.

The Cameo White paint appears to be quite clean as presented here, with only light rubbing visible on the front bumper and a few minor chips visible on the “screaming chicken” hood graphic. Minor nicks can be seen around the panel edges at the front and rear. Slight discoloration of pieces like the rub strips and fiberglass spoiler ends can also be seen.

The 15×8″ WS6 wheels are an upgrade over the original 15×7″ Snowflake alloys and wear new Firestone Firehawk tires. The wheels are bright with a clean enamel finish and show no curb rash.

The interior is well-preserved and the blue carpet and door panels were recently replaced with correct items. The velour seating surfaces appear to be in fairly good shape for their age, though some sagging and bolster deformation can be seen. The dashboard and plastic console show no cracking or other damage, and the the clear plastic instrument lenses are notably clear. The engine-turned dash appliqué shows some scratching.

The 301 cubic inch V8 is the W-code four barrel HO variant and made 150 horsepower when new. It is more compact and lightweight than other small-blocks, and shares little in common with other GM V8s. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 3-speed TH350 automatic transmission. The seller describes it as strong but notes an exhaust leak on the driver-side.

The underside was treated heavily with Ziebart undercoating at some point, and the seller notes that undercoating overspray is visible on the underside of the rockers. The components show some surface corrosion, and evidence of a slow weep can be seen on the differential cover.

The removable Fisher T-Tops look to be in very good condition as detailed in the gallery below.

The car comes with documentation of prior owners, dealer brochures, service records from the selling dealer, and a package of historical data from Pontiac Historic Services, including copy of the original build sheet.

Though modestly optioned, this 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is a low-mileage survivor with an attractive color combination. It should provide the next owner with many miles of open-top enjoyment.