Detailing
| Vehicle: | 1974 Pontiac Trans Am SD-455 |
|---|---|
| Years Produced: | 1973–74 |
| Number Produced: | 1,296 total (943 1974 Trans Ams) |
| Original List Price: | $5,295 |
| SCM Valuation: | $35,000–$59,000 |
How much horsepower did the 1974 Trans Am have?
The car was originally rated at 310 hp but certain modifications made to the V8 powerplant brought the power down to 290 hp which was still about 65 hp up on the standard Firebird with a 400 cubic-inch V8. However, the engine whipped up an impressive 395 lb-ft of torque.
How much did a Trans Am cost in 1975?
The 1975 Firebird Trans Am Hardtop Coupe had a base price of $4,740 which was nearly $400 more than the Firebird Formula.
What engine was in a 74 Trans Am?
Pontiac 455
Craig Jackson gave us the keys to this one before it goes up for auction Sept. 26 in Las Vegas. The 455 cubic-inch engine was mated to a four-speed manual. There were only 943 of these made for 1974, and only 212 had our car’s Pontiac 455 Super Duty engine and 4-speed transmission.
Who owns Smokey and the Bandit car?
Who Owns the Original Smokey and the Bandit Car? The remaining Smokey and the Bandit Trans Am is currently owned by Florida car collector John Staluppi. He paid $550,000 for it, likely a record for any Pontiac Firebird.
What was the Smokey and the Bandit car?
1977 Pontiac Trans Am
Today, Smokey and the Bandit remains one of the most popular car action films ever made, and the 1977 Pontiac Trans Am will forever be wed to the movie.
How fast can a Pontiac Firebird go?
The Firebird Trans Am had a top speed of around 120 mph (193 km/h) and could go from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 7.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does a 1973 Pontiac 455 have?
Horsepower and Torque In 1973, a 250-horsepower 455 with 370 foot-pounds of torque surfaced along with a 455 Super Duty, which provided 310 horsepower and 390 foot-pounds of torque.
How many police cars were wrecked in Smokey and the Bandit?
How Many Cars Were Wrecked in Smokey and the Bandit? The production team wrecked three for the four cars it received from Pontiac. Two cars were reportedly badly damaged in early stunts in the film, while a third car was completely destroyed during the famous bridge jump scene.
How many police cars were used in Smokey and the Bandit?
Out of four Trans Ams used for the filming of Smokey And The Bandit, three were completely totaled in the process. Only one survived, and it’s priceless. Now, having only three Trans Ams to wreck for a movie is minimalist, to say the least.
What is the fastest Pontiac?
The 15 Fastest Cars Pontiac Ever Produced
- 1 2006 Pontiac GTO (175 mph)
- 2 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP (175 mph)
- 3 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (165 mph)
- 4 1963 Pontiac Tempest Super Duty (163 mph)
- 5 1973 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Super Duty (155 mph)
- 6 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP (143 mph)
