Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
Dealer Info
tel: 704-788-2765Auto Barn Classic Cars
320 Sign Drive NW
Suite 100
Concord NC, 28027
2 Owner - Gold Special Edition Upgraded 400ci - 3 Speed Auto
STK 3885 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y-88 Gold Special Edition
This 1978 Trans Am is a 2-owner Pontiac that has been carefully restored and slightly modified with performance upgrades. The current owner (over 40 years) has provided a copy of the factory build sheet with the car that shows it to be an original limited-production Y88 Gold Special Edition. The Trans AM was refinished (1985) in 'old school' lacquer Solar Gold with custom black/brown accent panels and orange pin-striping. Air-brushing was also used for the hood's unique 'Raging Eagle' design. Enkei92 Classic Gold mesh alloy wheels mount 15” Hercules radials. The interior is fitted with Arizen Racing bucket seats upholstered in custom gold/black cloth w/Trans Am embossing. All elements of the interior are in outstanding condition – upholstery, console, door panels, dash w/gold turned insert, custom 3-spoke leather wheel and carpeting. Convenience features include smoked glass T-tops, tinted power windows, power locks, tilt wheel and refreshed factory gauge package w/white facing (fuel gauge inop). The sound system has also been upgraded with a Pioneer AM/FM/Cassette stereo system w/JVC speakers. (Note: The heater is inop and the original A/C components are no longer on the car, but are included in the sale.)
The owner states that the entire drive train of the Trans Am is matching numbers. The L-78 code 400ci was built in 1999. Some of the engine upgrades include:
• .030 overbore,
• TRW forged pistons/Total Seal rings
• Tri-metal bearings
• Balanced rotating assembly
• Original 6X heads, milled .060”, ported and polished
• CompCam hydraulic cam (.497”/.507”), lifters and dual springs
• 1.52:1 Rockers, Cloyes double roller chain
• Edelbrock Torker II intake w/reworked 750cfm Holley
• Performance Distributors HEI distributor
• Melling oil pump, custom chambered pan
• Shaker Pro-Touring rear-opening hood scoop
• Hooker headers w/cutouts, Flowmaster chambered mufflers
• Chrome dress-up package
Torque is delivered through a 3200rpm stall convertor to a built TH350 automatic w/extra clutch pack and HD sprag. A Hurst V-Matic console shifter manages a manual valve body and the factory Auburn 10-bolt positraction differential is rebuilt with Moser axles and 3.70:1 gears. The chassis is equipped with power steering and power disc/drum brakes w/new master cylinder. Suspension upgrades include Rancho HD springs/shocks, Adams VSE sway bars, poly bushings and Comp Engineering traction bars. This Y88 Trans AM Gold Special Edition has been carefully modified to be a stout performer. If you are looking for a 2nd generation Trans Am with a serious 'Tiger in the Tank', come check out this Poncho. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
1978 Pontiac Trans Am Gold Special Edition
Description
2 Owner - Gold Special Edition
Upgraded 400ci - 3 Speed Auto
STK 3885 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y-88 Gold Special Edition
This 1978 Trans Am is a 2-owner Pontiac that has been carefully restored and slightly modified with performance upgrades. The current owner (over 40 years) has provided a copy of the factory build sheet with the car that shows it to be an original limited-production Y88 Gold Special Edition. The Trans AM was refinished (1985) in 'old school' lacquer Solar Gold with custom black/brown accent panels and orange pin-striping. Air-brushing was also used for the hood's unique 'Raging Eagle' design. Enkei92 Classic Gold mesh alloy wheels mount 15” Hercules radials. The interior is fitted with Arizen Racing bucket seats upholstered in custom gold/black cloth w/Trans Am embossing. All elements of the interior are in outstanding condition – upholstery, console, door panels, dash w/gold turned insert, custom 3-spoke leather wheel and carpeting. Convenience features include smoked glass T-tops, tinted power windows, power locks, tilt wheel and refreshed factory gauge package w/white facing (fuel gauge inop). The sound system has also been upgraded with a Pioneer AM/FM/Cassette stereo system w/JVC speakers. (Note: The heater is inop and the original A/C components are no longer on the car, but are included in the sale.)
The owner states that the entire drive train of the Trans Am is matching numbers. The L-78 code 400ci was built in 1999. Some of the engine upgrades include:
• .030 overbore,
• TRW forged pistons/Total Seal rings
• Tri-metal bearings
• Balanced rotating assembly
• Original 6X heads, milled .060”, ported and polished
• CompCam hydraulic cam (.497”/.507”), lifters and dual springs
• 1.52:1 Rockers, Cloyes double roller chain
• Edelbrock Torker II intake w/reworked 750cfm Holley
• Performance Distributors HEI distributor
• Melling oil pump, custom chambered pan
• Shaker Pro-Touring rear-opening hood scoop
• Hooker headers w/cutouts, Flowmaster chambered mufflers
• Chrome dress-up package
Torque is delivered through a 3200rpm stall convertor to a built TH350 automatic w/extra clutch pack and HD sprag. A Hurst V-Matic console shifter manages a manual valve body and the factory Auburn 10-bolt positraction differential is rebuilt with Moser axles and 3.70:1 gears. The chassis is equipped with power steering and power disc/drum brakes w/new master cylinder. Suspension upgrades include Rancho HD springs/shocks, Adams VSE sway bars, poly bushings and Comp Engineering traction bars. This Y88 Trans AM Gold Special Edition has been carefully modified to be a stout performer. If you are looking for a 2nd generation Trans Am with a serious 'Tiger in the Tank', come check out this Poncho. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 400ci
Body
- Body Color
- Gold/Brown/Black
- Body Style
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
Basic
- Year
- 1978
- Make
- Pontiac
- Model
- Trans Am
- Miles
- 89,780
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black/Tan
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Cloth
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.
SOLD!
Auto Barn Classic Cars
Classic Cars Sales & Consignment
Description
2 Owner - Gold Special Edition
Upgraded 400ci - 3 Speed Auto
STK 3885 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y-88 Gold Special Edition
This 1978 Trans Am is a 2-owner Pontiac that has been carefully restored and slightly modified with performance upgrades. The current owner (over 40 years) has provided a copy of the factory build sheet with the car that shows it to be an original limited-production Y88 Gold Special Edition. The Trans AM was refinished (1985) in 'old school' lacquer Solar Gold with custom black/brown accent panels and orange pin-striping. Air-brushing was also used for the hood's unique 'Raging Eagle' design. Enkei92 Classic Gold mesh alloy wheels mount 15” Hercules radials. The interior is fitted with Arizen Racing bucket seats upholstered in custom gold/black cloth w/Trans Am embossing. All elements of the interior are in outstanding condition – upholstery, console, door panels, dash w/gold turned insert, custom 3-spoke leather wheel and carpeting. Convenience features include smoked glass T-tops, tinted power windows, power locks, tilt wheel and refreshed factory gauge package w/white facing (fuel gauge inop). The sound system has also been upgraded with a Pioneer AM/FM/Cassette stereo system w/JVC speakers. (Note: The heater is inop and the original A/C components are no longer on the car, but are included in the sale.)
The owner states that the entire drive train of the Trans Am is matching numbers. The L-78 code 400ci was built in 1999. Some of the engine upgrades include:
• .030 overbore,
• TRW forged pistons/Total Seal rings
• Tri-metal bearings
• Balanced rotating assembly
• Original 6X heads, milled .060”, ported and polished
• CompCam hydraulic cam (.497”/.507”), lifters and dual springs
• 1.52:1 Rockers, Cloyes double roller chain
• Edelbrock Torker II intake w/reworked 750cfm Holley
• Performance Distributors HEI distributor
• Melling oil pump, custom chambered pan
• Shaker Pro-Touring rear-opening hood scoop
• Hooker headers w/cutouts, Flowmaster chambered mufflers
• Chrome dress-up package
Torque is delivered through a 3200rpm stall convertor to a built TH350 automatic w/extra clutch pack and HD sprag. A Hurst V-Matic console shifter manages a manual valve body and the factory Auburn 10-bolt positraction differential is rebuilt with Moser axles and 3.70:1 gears. The chassis is equipped with power steering and power disc/drum brakes w/new master cylinder. Suspension upgrades include Rancho HD springs/shocks, Adams VSE sway bars, poly bushings and Comp Engineering traction bars. This Y88 Trans AM Gold Special Edition has been carefully modified to be a stout performer. If you are looking for a 2nd generation Trans Am with a serious 'Tiger in the Tank', come check out this Poncho. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 400ci
Body
- Body Color
- Gold/Brown/Black
- Body Style
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
Basic
- Year
- 1978
- Make
- Pontiac
- Model
- Trans Am
- Miles
- 89,780
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black/Tan
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Cloth
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.
