![]() There were a whole host of engines available too, from an in-line, six cylinder all the way up to a 7.5-litre V8 but this one has the 400 cubic inch, 6.6-litre fitted – the same lump as the movie car.Īt this point you might be asking yourself what the difference is between a Firebird and a Trans Am, and it’s a good question. ![]() Although this version featured a re-designed body they were still front-engined, rear-wheel drive monsters. The next generation arrived in 1970 and that’s exactly what we have here – a second gen, 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. It was a successful car for the American giant. It could shift too, especially when fitted with the largest engine on offer – the 6.6-litre V8 churning out nearly 350 horse power. ![]() Developed as direct competition for the ubiquitous Ford Mustang the first generation Firebird was a great looking car thanks to its classic Coke bottle styling. The Firebird was a bit of a jewel in GM’s crown and enjoyed a 35 year production run, beginning in 1967. Having already featured this classic as one of our The Car’s the Star highlights we’re no stranger to its virtues and so when this particular 1978 model popped up on our auctions platform as an unfinished project we knew we had to cast our spotlight on it as this week’s Project Profile. At the mere mention of ‘Trans Am’ we’re immediately transported back to our youth in a cloud of tyre smoke, nostalgia and CB radio handles. As far as iconic movie cars go there are few more instantly recognisable than the Pontiac Firebird from Smokey and the Bandit.
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