Group Of 2 Amt Ertl 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible (2024)

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How rare is a Pontiac Trans Am? ›

Only 8 1969 Pontiac Trans Am Convertibles Were Ever Produced By Pontiac. The final year of the 1960s is a very interesting one for Pontiac collectors, as not only did the brand churn out the one-off Ram Air V car, but the entire production of Trans Ams only ever amounted to 697 cars.

The Trans Am is the Firebird's “big brother,” essentially the same car but with better performance options, a more powerful engine, and more high-end interior options. But although there are numerous differences between the two, their convertible tops are interchangeable.

The 5th digit in the VIN will tell you Firebird if it is an S or Formula & Trans Am if it is a W. Other digits have other meanings including the original engine type it was made with, bu no other model specific information.

With only 1,555 ever made, the 1989 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am remains one of the most sought-after muscle cars on the market.

A beloved symbol of 1970s car culture.

Aside from styling differences, the last Firebirds were carbon copies of the Camaros down the small block V8s. However, a ram air intake, exclusive to the Trans Am WS6, added 15 more horsepower and lb-ft. of torque, making it slightly faster than the top-of-the-line Camaro SS.

The Trans-Am series is an automobile racing series that was created in 1966 by Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) President John Bishop. Originally known as the Trans-American Sedan Championship, the name was changed to the Trans-American Championship for 1967 and henceforth.

The Pontiac Firebird is a classic American 'pony' car – an exotic-looking sporty car with lots of power. It was a direct rival to the Ford Mustang and went for the same long-hood, short-deck look, and had a performance-orientated image calculated to appeal to a youthful market.

5.7 L V8

1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am / Engine

What year was the fastest Trans Am? ›

1986 Banks Trans-Am Smashes Record

Banks Trans Am Crushes Speed Record at 267 MPH! The Banks Power team joined forces with Pontiac and Popular Mechanics to create a record-breaking Trans Am. This powerhouse featured a monster 1,500 horsepower twin-turbocharged engine built by Gale Banks.

In 2002, the final Firebird rolled off the assembly line, marking the end of an era. Fans and enthusiasts mourned the loss of this iconic car, with its distinct looks, potent V8 engine, and rebellious spirit.

The Trans Am saw the usual suspension advantages over the standard Firebird models. Adding the WS6 package, available from 1996, saw more aggressive styling and more power. The pinnacle of the fourth-gen Trans Am was the 2002 WS6 model, which would be both the Firebird's 35th anniversary and its last hurrah.

It ranks 2nd in reliability out of 17 eligible Pontiac models. Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Pontiac score is 11.72 while the Firebird comes in at 2.71.

1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air IV Convertible – 17 built

As one of the rarest and most sought after Pontiacs ever built, it's no surprise that the 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air IV Convertible is expensive.

1969 Trans Ams are scarce as only 697 were built. The convertible, however, is a really rare bird—just eight ever existed.

If you've ever had the pleasure of driving a classic Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, you know that it's not your ordinary car — it's an absolutely stunning vehicle with breathtaking performance and style.

This is a Super rare factory Notchback GTA Trans Am, one of only 718 built. The notchback option eliminated the large back glass replacing it with a fiberglass hatch containing an upright rear window. The rear seat backs were also unique to the notchback and had built in headrests.