1989 Pontiac TTA Firebird /Grand National 3.8L, Indy Pace Car, 1of 1550

Condition:	Used
Make:	Pontiac
Model:	Firebird
SubModel:	Indy pace car, GTA
Type:	Coupe/T-Top
Trim:	GTA model, Indy Pace car
Year:	1989
Mileage:	28,600
VIN:	1G5FW2179KL252208
Color:	White
Transmission:	Automatic
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	Tan leather
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Mesa, Arizona, United States

Extras

Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Sunroof, Cassette Player, Leather Seats

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Description of 1989 Pontiac Firebird Indy pace car, GTA

1989 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Am (TTA) 3.8L V6 with a turbocharger, hite with tan Leather interior. These replicas are as close to the actual pace car as any replica offered up to this time. Total production approx. 1550 in 1989.
Very rare and one of only a limited number produced. This particular car is original with minor modifications. The car comes with Nitto tires. Turbo Trans Ams received the famous Buick Grand National turbo charged 3.8 V6 engines. It was assembled by Production Automotive Services (PAS) who was located close to the Van Nuys GM assembly plant. This car has NO rust on body, he power antenna does not work, ndy door graphics not on the doors but come with the car. Outside driver side seat bolster shows little wear. Mods to the car include Alum. Radiator, &N air filter, uel PSI regulator, 2 lb. injectors, nbsp;A/C blows cold, at converter has been removed and new exhaust system installed. All other options are functional. Shop manual & owner's manual included. List price was $31,000 when new.
Stock 3.8L motor with 8.0:1 compression ratio. To make the TTA especially potent, he larger GNX intercooler was added along with more boost, otaling 16.5psi.
Stainless steel three to one headers and exhaust along with a Bosch fuel pressure regulator and recalibrated ECM were also used by PAS to squeeze a little more juice out the 231 cid LC2. Rated 245 hp at flywheel, he motor reportedly made 301 hp on the PAS engine Dyno.
Torque was also reportedly 10 to 16 ft/lbs higher than the advertised 340.
PAS installed the 1LE race braking package which included vented 12" front and 11.7" rear rotors to ensure fade free performance. Aluminum dual piston front and single piston rear calipers were borrowed from the Corvette. The rest of the '89 Turbo Trans Am is nearly identical to the GTA on which it was based. Aluminum 16x8 wheels along with a good set of Goodyear rubber were standard equipment. The Australian Borg Warner 9-bolt with Limited-Slip differential and 3.27 gears, s well as the Sport suspension, as also shared equipment with the GTA.
The 20th Anniversary Turbo Trans Am had the honor of being selected as the Official Pace Car of the 73rd Indianapolis 500, eld on May 28, 989.
The vehicle is described very fairly but it is the buyer's responsibility to determine their opinion of the vehicle's condition prior to submitting an offer. It is recommended possible buyers inspect the vehicle in person prior to bidding but extensive details and pictures have been provided as I understand in person inspection is not always possible.
Remaining funds must be received no later than two weeks from auction end. Negative feedback will be given to non-paying buyers and a case via Ebay will be opened. Vehicle will not leave nor title signed off until all funds have been received/verified. Wire transfer, ank check, r cashier's check accepted. Once auction is over, he vehicle will be kept in appropriate general care by the owner. Buyer is responsible for insurance once auction has ended. No warranty is expressed or implied. Vehicle is sold as is. Transportation of the vehicle is the buyer's responsibility. If special circumstances are needed for anything, ncluding time, uestions, lease contact me 602-228-3086. Reserve has been Lowered on this Car. Ray