1981 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM PACE CAR
1981 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM PACE CAR
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1981 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM PACE CAR
High Bidder: Kingofthestreets
Highest Bid: $55,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Milford, Michigan 48380
Seller:
Engine:
396ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
26,623 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1G2AX87T3BN116348
Carfax:
Lot Number:
76515996
Location:
Milford, Michigan 48380
Seller:
Engine:
396ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
26,623 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1G2AX87T3BN116348
Carfax:
Lot Number:
76515996
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OVERVIEW
This 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is powered by a BluePrint Engines 396ci V8 mated to a four-speed 4L80E automatic transmission with overdrive. Finished in red over a black and red cloth interior, this pace car is now offered by the selling dealer with a CARFAX report and clear title.
Highlights
- Won 1st place at the 2024 Trans Am Nationals - Modified Division
- Glove box signed by John Schinella
- Full performance-enhanced drivetrain under warranty from BluePrint Engines
- Reportedly, 800 miles driven
- Recipient of frame-on restoration
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Michigan
EXTERIOR
- Red paint
- Black decals
- T-tops
- Rear spoiler
- Dual color-matched side mirrors
- Black bumpers
Updates
- Exterior color changed from original Cameo White
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch Snowflake wheels
- 255/60 Cooper Cobra radial tires
INTERIOR
- Black and red cloth upholstery
- Recaro bucket seats
- Center console with automatic shifter
- Cruise control
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Tilt steering column
- Aftermarket Sony stereo
- AM/FM
- Auxiliary
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 85-mph speedometer
- 6,000-rpm tachometer
- Oil pressure
- Temperature
- Voltage
- Clock
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 26,623 miles
- Title reads mileage-exempt
Imperfections
- Speedometer inoperable
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- BluePrint Engines 396ci V8
- Four-barrel carburetor
- Aftermarket intake manifold
- Be Cool radiator
Transmission
- Four-speed 4L80E automatic with overdrive
- Billet triple disc torque converter
Service History Highlights
- Original 301ci V8 replaced
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Quick Performance nine-inch rear end
- CalTracs traction bars
- Double-adjustable shock absorbers
- Four-wheel power disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Speedometer is inoperable
- A/C system has been removed
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Though the CARFAX report mentions a branded title, there is no brand found on the corrected Illinois title.
- CARFAX report
- Begins in 1989
- Branded Title: Exceeds Mechanical Limits
- Shows ownership in Indiana and Illinois
And it didnt sell??
BID: $55,000
BID: $52,500
BID: $30,000
BID: $29,000
BID: $28,000
BID: $26,550
BID: $25,500
BID: $25,000
@GreatAmericanMotor – Great. I really hope you get it. Please read the comment I wrote earlier today. Everyone needs to understand how nice and what this car is worth. It’s a long way from reserve. Thanks Pam for your interest. ...
I did read it, thank you! It all depends on how high the bid goes for me. That said, it’s worth every bit of what it sells for. 🤩
@pmay13 – Thanks very much for your response! Hoping to bid on this stunner before closing bid tomorrow. 🙏🤞 ...
Great. I really hope you get it. Please read the comment I wrote earlier today. Everyone needs to understand how nice and what this car is worth. It’s a long way from reserve. Thanks Pam for your interest.
@GreatAmericanMotor – Hi Pamela. No. They do not leak. This car has been completely restored. ...
Thanks very much for your response! Hoping to bid on this stunner before closing bid tomorrow. 🙏🤞
Hi everyone. I just want to chime in here For those of you who don’t really know or understand what you’re looking at here. This is not just a normal red Trans Am. This car was.A tribute to John Shinella who was one of the Firebird Trans Am engineers and wanted the 80 and 81 pace cars to be Red. He was outvoted by the big hats at GM. This car was debuted at the Trans Am nationals last year and won first place in modified class. John Shinella was there and actually we have a video of him talking about the car and how he wanted it red etc. Once again this is not just a red Trans Am. This car was completely taken apart and restored . The motor and transmission are still under warranty with only 700 miles on it. Over $100k to build this car. This a one time opportunity to own this incredible 1st place winning show car.
Hi Pamela. No. They do not leak. This car has been completely restored.
Hi there. Do the t-tops leak? Thanks for your time and response! Pamela
BID: $21,250
BID: $20,500
@Mikebonjon – What is the horse power? ...
Hi. The Blueprint Motor comes completely broke in from new and has 530 HP. 396 small block. Motor and transmission are still under warranty. Car runs strong!!!!!
What is the horse power?
BID: $20,000