1980 Pontiac Firebird

Coupe

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

1980 Pontiac Tran

Gasoline

1980…………….Ronald Reagan was elected President, Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl and everyone wanted to know “who shot J.R.” and Pontiac was still riding the Trans Am success wave. Presented here today is perhaps the most widely recognized, envied and copied rendition of the Trans Am. She appears, as she was born, freshly painted in the original black exterior, black interior color palate with gold striping and gold screaming chicken decal on the hood. So this example is pretty much the picture that forms in people’s minds when they think of a Trans Am. This particular style was a 1979 redesign that Pontiac carried through unchanged for this 1980 model year example. Fitted with the 4.9 Liter Pontiac Turbo V8 producing 210 HP, the engine is mated to the bullet proof 3 speed automatic transmission. The car fires up quickly and shifts smoothly all the way to “The Empire Strikes Back” era. The car has factory A/C but is nonfunctioning @ the moment. All the parts appear to be there but she is being sold with the air not operational. The car was owned by a collector with strong mechanically abilities and although the engine bay carries 30 years’ worth of grime and use, don’t mistake that image for believing she isn’t mechanically good to go. She is indeed fully sorted and ready to travel. All the gauges, including the clock, are in working order. The car was fitted with a modern radio with a I Pod accessory plug and is likewise, 100% functional. The traditional honeycomb wheels are surrounded by Goodyear Eagle GT II 225 tires with strong tread life still apparent. The 40,478 miles showing on the odometer are not the actual miles as they are in excess of the 1980 5 digits capacity limits. The car benefited from a partial cosmetic restoration two years ago and has travelled less than 500 miles since. The interior is a mix of new and nicely detailed original pieces. The seat covers along with the carpeting were replaced and the cabin is in very good to excellent condition. The exterior boasts the factory T Tops, (we have the original factory leather covers), and the glass does have the customary surface scratches that accumulate over the years. The car was stripped down to the bare metal and repainted and then decaled and detailed as you see her. The application of the paint was done by the owner/enthusiast and whilst it shines beautifully it falls below a professional application. Some runs in the paint or, more likely, the clear coat are visible and there is some areas of spotting in the paint. A cut and polish service to the car would add nicely to the T/A. We always welcome first hand buyer or buyer’s agent inspections to examine any of our offerings. We recommend these inspections to provide the buyer’s confidence in all transactions with Masterpiece. The original Owner’s Manual and the Build Sheet will all travel with the car and no doubt be kept for an additional 30 years. We all know these Pontiacs are one of the few collector cars presently trending upward in price and @ the price on offer here represents a solid long-term value. Terms and Conditions of Sale We take time to carefully describe each vehicle and include a substantial number of photos. However, it is very important to keep in mind that these vehicles are pre-owned, not brand new. After careful reading of the entire description, rather than making a potentially incorrect assumption, if any statement or comment is unclear, or if you have questions, please e-mail or call us prior to bidding. Originality Disclaimer While we are happy to show our customers the casting numbers , stamping on the motor and V.I.N numbers on the car , we CANNOT guarantee that the motor is in fact the original. There is always the possibility of re-stamped motors , and as technology advances there will be even more. Any representations made by us are "to the best of knowledge." The entire risk as to the originality of the vehicle is with you , The Buyer. We CANNOT guarantee the originality of these vehicles , including but not limited to : the engine , the transmission , "matching numbers" , color change , the frame , the documentation , etc. The mileage is represented to be , "to the best of knowledge" , but not guaranteed. At Close of Auction Your non-Refundable $1,000 USD deposit is due within 24 hours of auction close. If you have selected the “Buy it Now” price your $1,000 USD deposit is due immediately. All Indiana Buyers must pay 7.0% sales tax! The successful "winning" bidder must telephone us within 24 hours after the auction has ended to verify purchase and make arrangements to complete the transaction. Full payment must be received within 7 business days of the end of auction. Payment must be either by cashiers-check, cash (In-Person) or certified funds. If funds are not received, and an alternate arrangement has not been made, the vehicle can and will be made available to other potential buyers on a first-come, first-serve basis. Shipping We value your business and want you to be completely satisfied with your Ebay buying experience, from purchase to delivery. As a value added service we will assist with shipping arrangements however, the buyer pays all shipping costs. We do not have any affiliation with, or interest in, any transportation companies and all questions or concerns should be addressed directly with them. Disclaimer All vehicles are sold As Is, with no warranties expressed or implied, by seller. Vehicles come with books and/or manuals only if pictured in the included photos or if stated in the ad. As with any used vehicle, minor signs of wear may become more obvious under close inspection, such as small chips or nicks, light scratches or minor abrasions, wheel scuffs, and other indications of normal wear and tear. We will not and cannot be held liable or responsible for these issues. Bidders are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle described above. If you do not intend to purchase this item, DO NOT BID! Non-paying bidders, unqualified bidding, bid shielding, auction interference or any type of harassment, will be dealt with according to eBay Rules, local law, and may include, but are not limited to, legal action and applicable fees, loss of deposit or any other necessary costs. We reserve the right to cancel bids and/or our auction at anytime for any reason. PLACING A BID ON THIS AUCTION, CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL THE INFORMATION PRESENTED. Your winning accepted bid constitutes the completion of this transaction and does not give you the right to come and inspect the vehicle to conclude the purchase. You have already bought it. You are welcome to inspect anytime prior to placement of your winning accepted bid. Please feel free to visit our showroom in person we are conviently located 20 minutes south of Indianapolis, IN or check us out on the internet at www.mpclassic.com ... Masterpiece Classic Cars 675 N US 31 Whiteland, IN 46184 Call today we will pick you up from the airport and we can also make special viewing times to fit your busy schedule. Jason Wilhelm Sales Manager Jwilhelm@mpclassic.com 317-535-3500 Office 317-656-9698 Cell or Dan Wilhelm Dwilhelm@mpclassic.com 317-535-3500