Numbers Matching motor and trans

1978 Pontiac Tran Am - w/ Pontiac 400 motor & Turbo350 Hydromatic trans

OPTIONS:AutomaticT-TopsPower windowsPower locksTilt wheelAir Conditioningrear window defoggeroriginal AM/FM radiooriginal snowflake wheels
MOTOR:The motor was just fully(and professionally) rebuilt(with upgrades).  The rebuild was completed on 6/3/2014.  See attached a photo of the motor going into the car. VIDEO - Fresh motor running before going into the car:    Google "youtube KIUOZxQFGzM".   This video was taken of the motor just after the rebuild was complete at the race shop in Fayetteville. NC where they specialize in Pontiac 400 rebuilds. VIDEO - Car Running after motor installed:   Google "youtube WcICIH8ffi8".   This video was taken by my mechanic here in PA who performed the install and repairs noted below.  He is a GM certified ASE Technician with over 20 years experience. Pontiac 400 bored . 030 over = 412 cid Enginetech hypereutectic pistonsPontiac 6x head milled from 101cc chambers to 90ccadustable rocker arms/valvesCompression ratio now @ 8. 62:1Approximate horsepower - 400Piston to deck 0Ram Air IV camEdelbrock Performer RPM intakeChrome valve covers and oil panEngine painted with correct Pontiac Corporate BlueFirst oil change just completed after first 100 miles on the new motor.  Running Valvoline VR1 racing oil(higher Zinc content).
TRANSMISSION:THM350 - Numbers matching transmission - Turbo Hydromatic 350The transmission was just fully(and professionally) rebuilt(with all recommended manufacturer updates).  The rebuild was completed on 5/15/2014. Transmission comes with ONE YEAR WARRANTY  from Transmission builder. BRAND NEW neutral switchPERIPHERALS:ALL hoses. belts. fuel line. radiator hoses. heater hose. gaskets are BRAND NEW.  They were all replaced with the fresh rebuildBRAND NEW high-cranking amperage battery on 6/20/14BRAND NEW battery cables installed with the batteryBRAND NEW radiator installed on 6/10/14. Champion 4-core ALL-Aluminum polished radiator - Champion Part# MC477.   This radiator looks amazing in the car.  Car runs very cool even sitting at traffic lights on very hot days. Air Conditioning - Car is equipped with A/C. but it is not installed.  I have the following parts(condenser/ brackets/dryer/control unit in dash is in place).   The A/C would have been the next stage to this rebuild project. but since I decided to sell the car. I did not get to it.   The compressor is not included(as the original compressor was inop). so a new or used compressor will be needed if the winning bidder wants A/C in place).   A used compressor can be purchased for $30-$40 on ebay(check item #s 111419503647 and/or 111420542290 on ebay currently). Spare Tire/jack stand. lug nut wrench - ALL original and in UNUSED condition.  Even the original inflator canister is included!Original 1978 Trans Am Owners Manual. maintenance schedule. warranty information and consumer information booklets are in Excellent Condition.  See pic.
SUSPENSION:BRAND NEW shocksBRAND NEW OEM rear leaf springs are scheduled to be installed on 7/12/14.   The ones on the car now work fine. but they are the original leaf springs and I suspect are sitting about an inch low due to their age. BRAND NEW Lower Ball Joints and links installed 6/10/14Car was just aligned and all tires balanced on 6/20/14.
EXHAUST: Hooker Ceramic Headers(Purchased brand new in May 2014 for the rebuild) - Hooker part#  4901-1HKRTrue dual exhaust with Flowmaster 40'sCar sounds simply amazing. not too loud where your neighbors will complain. but you can tell the car is packing a lot ponies eager to get out and runExhaust tips are the original dual chrome tips.  In Excellent condition.  No rust. scratches etc.
INTERIOR:Original InteriorDash and console -  Excellent condition - no cracks. no hazing. no stress lines. no cloudiness to any gauges/logos. etc. All gauges workingSeats -  Good to Very Good condition - there are no tears.  There are a few small stains on 2 of the seats. which I haven't tried to clean yet. but may come right out with some cleaning. Carpet - Good to Very Good Condition - there are no tears. There are a few small stains on the front passenger side carpet. nbsp;which I haven't tried to clean yet. but may come right out with some cleaning. Floor Mats - Excellent Condition - Original OEM Camel Tan GM floor mats.  see picsHeadliner - Very Good to Excellent Condition - The headliner is as new.  It is soft and supple.  Console - Excellent Condition - shifter knob. the push button disk with the logo of the Firebird on the shifter. the shifter plate. console itself and the armrest storage compartment are ALL in excellent condition.  There are no scratches. no cloudiness. no cracks. etc. Trunk - Excellent Condition - no rust in trunk.  Trunk mat is the original mat.  It is in good condition. but could use a cleaning.
EXTERIOR:Car was repainted once. before I owned it 2 years ago.   The paint is amazingly vibrant/shiny/glossy and turns heads everywhere you go.   I personally think the Solar Gold was the absolute perfect color for this car. The "Screaming Eagle" hood decal. and all other decals are in perfect condition.  No fading. scratches. or deterioration whatsoever. Car has added pin striping which give it a Y88 'clone' appearance.  I have an EXTRA set of T-tops from an original 1978 Trans AM SE Y88(the T-tops with the gold tint).  This extra set of T-Tops will be included in the BIN price listed ONLY.  These T-Tops are very limited production (only 1267 Y88's were ever made and thus these T-Tops are highly sought after/valuable). There are a few spots that need attention(rear wheel wells). where rust bubbles can be seen.   If I was keeping the car I would think these should be addressed in the next few years at the most(see pics)there is a small scratch/scuff in the paint on the left side of the front bumper and a small scratch on the rear bumper(see pics). see my notes below in the 'Why I am selling' section.   NOTE. after I listed this. I noticed that my photo of the front left bumper that shows the scratch. is cut-off and you are not able to see the scratch.  I will take another photo in the next day or 2 and upload it.  In the interim. allow me to point out that the scratch on the front bumper is similar is size to the one on the rear bumper(which you are able to see in the pics).  Both of the scratches are only on the paint and did not scratch into the plastic bumpers whatsoever.
TIRES/WHEELS:Stock size BF Goodrich Radial T/A - in new condition - less than 2000 miles on them. Wheels. This is the best part. the wheels are SPECTACULAR.  They are as if they came off the production line yesterday.  Not one scratch or blemish anywhere.  Simply perfect.
WHY I AM SELLING:I do not have enough storage space at my house(already have 4 other cars).  My idea was to store this car in my garage at home. but my kids scratched the front and rear bumpers(where I noted the scratches above).  I yelled at them for not being careful in the garage. and then I got yelled at by their mother.   She said that I over-reacted.   They dont understand how you put your heart and soul into something and want it kept nice.  So. now I have the car in storage(which is miles from my house). and can see that I am just not going to have the ability to 'jump in the car' and go for a cruise.  Also. I cannot justify paying $100/month for storage.
SELLING TERMS/NOTES:I have many other pictures and will be happy to take any other pics if you would like to see anything more closely.   I HAVE DOCUMENTATION FOR ALL REPAIRS AND LABOR noted above.  Please message me if you would like to see it.  Of course. all the documentation will be conveyed to the winning bidder. Please contact me to schedule to see/inspect the car/hear it run/ etc.   Car is located in Schuylkill Haven. PA 17972. Only serious buyers please.  No joy riders. $200 deposit due(via Paypal) within 48 hours of auction ending.  Balance due within 7 business days(Cash or check only for the balance due - NO paypal accepted for the balance. due to fees).   Car will not be released until any check presented is fully cleared. I have clear title in hand.  Will produce for inspection to serious buyersCar is paid off. so the transaction will be very smooth. Buy with CONFIDENCE.  I have 100% feedback on ebay with over 300 transactions.  Car is as described. Feel free to contact me with any questions.  315-749-8585 -Jim.

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