1981 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM SE

OVERVIEW

This 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SE is powered by a 301ci V8 backed by a three-speed automatic transmission. Features include an AM/FM/cassette stereo, bucket seats and center console, CC1 removable tinted roof panels, Y84 SE appearance package, and power steering and front disc brakes. Finished in black with black vinyl interior, this rust-free Firebird is available now and comes from the selling dealer with a CARFAX report, vehicle documentation and clear Maryland title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

In 1981, out of 33,493 Trans Ams produced, only 1,160 were powered by the naturally aspirated 301 combined with the Y84 Special Edition package and CC1 T-tops. The exterior of this Trans Am is reportedly wearing the original factory applied black finish. Features include color-keyed bumpers, front spoiler, Shaker hood with 4.9L engine decal, gold hood bird and SE pinstripes, color-keyed sport mirrors with driver-side manual remote, side impact moldings, removable tinted glass roof panels, heated rear window, and rear spoiler. The selling dealer states that the original finish on this Firebird shows some areas with fading and some scratches can be found. The T-top seals are in excellent condition and the tops do not leak.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of 15-inch cast-aluminum gold Snowflake wheels is wrapped in raised white-letter Indy 500 Firehawk radial tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The front bucket seats and rear seat are upholstered in a black vinyl Legendary upholstery kit. Features include power brakes and steering, center console with automatic shifter, manual windows, black three-spoke steering wheel, AM/FM/cassette stereo, gold accent trim, heated rear window and air conditioning.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

The instrument panel consists of an 85-mph speedometer, 6,000-rpm tachometer with integrated clock plus gauges for the fuel level, battery, oil pressure and coolant temperature. The odometer reads 22,622 miles, which the selling dealer reports to be the actual documented mileage per the 21,920 that was logged on the CARFAX report on 10/05/2019. An NAM title was issued on 12/28/2005.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided a 301ci V8 backed by a three-speed automatic transmission.

UNDERCARRIAGE

This Trans Am is factory-equipped with an independent front suspension and solid rear-drive axle. Braking is provided by power front discs and rear drums. A full-length exhaust system exits at the rear with chrome quad tips. Additional photos of the undercarriage can be found in the carousel to the right.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The CARFAX report starts on 05/28/1982 and shows an accident-free history with ownership in Iowa and Maryland. The selling dealer will include a binder of vehicle documentation and original window sticker as part of the sale.