Description

1989 Pontiac Turbo TransAm (20th Anniv. Ed.) – 1989 marked the 20th year of the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. Pontiac capitalized on the marketing opportunity by rolling out the 20th Anniversary edition, but that was only the tip of the iceberg for ’89 Firebird updates. Pontiac rolled out the Turbo Trans Am (TTA), using the 3.8-liter turbocharged V-6 from the Buick Grand National. These cars were built in partnership with Prototype Automotive Services and required a bit of massaging. The changes they made to fit the engine in the narrow Firebird engine bay actually yielded better airflow from the headers, and the turbo V-6 engine made a rated 250hp. When new, the Turbo Trans Am was capable of 0-60 mph 4.6 seconds, which was incredibly quick for the day. All TTAs came with an automatic transmission, and it could to 162 mph. Of the TTAs, the 20th Anniversary hardtop and convertible variants are the rarest, with 40 of the former and just three of the latter. For the 73rd Indianapolis 500, Pontiac was tapped to build a Firebird pace car, and this was the last time it would ever get that distinction. The pace car was based on the TTA, and just over 1,500 replica Pace Cars were produced.

The 80’s and 90’s limited production vehicles are the fastest rising segment of the classic car market. Finding pristine examples with low miles is even a harder task! For those looking to build a collection with strong future appreciation, these rare and low mile examples offer and easy “win.” This 20th Anniversary, Indy 500 Badged TTA is as nice as they come! It has always been stored indoors (and covered) and complete records and manuals accompany this sale. It has seen less than 6k miles of asphalt in the last 35 years and as you can guess, there are no flaws worth mentioning. It is a true collector-grade investment. Features and options include; 3.8L Turbo V6, Auto, Tan Leather Captains, Glass T-Tops (w/storage bags), Cargo Cover, Monogrammed Car Cover, Center Console Storage, Cruise Control, Cloth Floormats, Fog Lights, Performance Suspension, Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors, Rear Window Defrost, Factory AM/FM/Cassette w/ EQ, Steering Stereo Controls, Tilt Steering, Tinted Glass, 16″ Factory Alloy Wheels, and Thick BF Goodrich G-Force Comp-2 245/50/ZR16 Tires! Don’t let this opportunity slip away!