1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

THIS IS A NEW ARRIVAL AND A TRUE SURVIVOR!! 19000 DOCUMANTED MILES! SAME ONE OWNER SINCE NEW!! A TRUE UNICORN!! The 1981 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo is the final iteration of the iconic "Bandit" era. Famous for its appearance in Smokey and the Bandit Part II, this model uniquely features a 4.9L turbocharged V8 engine Pontiacs 4.9L V8 sends power to the rear wheels via an automatic transmission. An upgrade over previous variants is the electronic carburetor that offers improved performance and gas mileage. The turbocharger is a Garrett TB305 unit. The motor is conservatively rated for 200bhp and 345 lb. ft of torque. The Iconic Bandit LookSpecial Edition (Y84): The quintessential "Bandit" features sleek black paint, gold pin-striping, gold-spoked wheels, and the iconic "Screaming Eagle" decal on the hood.Interior: Often equipped with the highly desirable Recaro or tan cloth seats and removable T-tops.Dashboard: Features a unique, model-specific hood bulge with three-stage LED boost indicator lights (lights glow sequentially as turbo pressure increases).Performance & SpecsEngine: 301 cubic inch (4.9-liter) Turbo V8.Power: \(200\) hp and \(345\) lb-ft of torque.Transmission: 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic (TH350) automatic transmission.Handling: Highly praised for its WS6 suspension package, which provided exceptional cornering and four-wheel disc brakes. The 1981 model is highly sought after by collectors as it was the end of the line for the muscular second-generation Firebird before downsizing in 1982. Values and pristine examples can be tracked on classic car platforms like Exotic Car Trader.