trans87

It's with a heavy heart that I offer my Trans Am up for sale. It's not practical for me to hang onto it right now so I am hoping to find a good home for her. It's a 1987 Trans Am WS6 with 83,175 original miles on the clock. It originally was a 305 but was swapped for a 350 by Dyno Don. Specs on the engine are listed in my sig down below. She runs strong and doesn't smoke. Tires are like new. I would guess probably less than 2k miles on them if that. I didn't drive the car much at all since the Snypers and tires went on. For the most part she just sits on the driveway. Snypers are in perfect condition. Never scratched since they were hardly used.

Ok the cons: It doesn't have a headliner in it currently. I do have a good condition replacement that will go with the car. I just never had the time to put it in.

Paint needs to be redone. Back in 01 when I first bought it the right fender was dented by a careless driver. It was fixed and painted as well as the hood, front nose, and side door. Guess they wanted it to match but made it worse since the rest of the car wasn't painted. Should of just touched up the paint on the fender once the dent was pulled instead of painting everything they did.

Tint needs to be re-done as well.


I am giving the repair manuals as well the GM repair book I got for it. Also any misc thirdgen parts I have will be given with it. I have a serpentine system that can be used to convert the car into a serpentine car I will give with the car.

Asking price is $4,000 OBO. She is a good car. She's strong and solid. I really hate having to give her up. Here are some pics I took today. More pictures and info can be found at this site www.cardomain.com/id/nbird87 Please PM or email me at transdsm@yahoo.com for any questions or inquiries. For local pick-up and sale only.

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

Good luck with the sale Nigel , still sad to see you sell it But I understand

trans87

Thanks Randy. Yes it hard selling it. I have had a lot of good times as well as some learning times with this car. It's just time to move on. Might as well sell it now when I have the strength to see her go

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

How is the Eclipse running these days? Have you picked out exactly what you might be switching to as your "fun" driver?

trans87

Not so much as a peep from the Eclipse problem wise. It's been extremely reliable which is rare for a DSM. Although that car is stock other than an aftermarket BOV and upper intercooling piping since the stock stuff was leaking. Next car is going to be a 2002 or later Ford Mustang GT. Gotta be a 5-speed too. After I get it I might sell the Eclipse as well depending on the situation. Although I have been enjoying the AWD and boost Still first things first and that's letting the TA go

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

Yeah I know what you mean about having to get rid of cars in a sort of order to get the vehicle that you want.

langss

You do realize that the later Mustangs are not that fast, and your TA is probably faster without the payment factor. I have ridden in several late model Mustangs, including the Cobra, and although I admit I'm no Ford fan, I was not impressed with the stock performance. The 99 Z-28 and or the 2000 SS I currently own are way more impressive SOP/Butt Dyno,and I never raced either one. just my .02

trans87

Yea I know I will be getting a performance drop from the TA to a GT but I'm not buying the GT just for performance. For me I just want a newer car and something different. I can't stand front wheel drive and if I'm getting rid of my V8 then I want another V8 to replace it. I have always liked the look of the newer Mustangs and I want to try something other than an f-body.

KiLLJ0Y

iTrader: (1)

try to get a Bullit then.. they came with 265hp, better exhaust, better brakes.. updated gauges, short shifter..

cant beleive im helping you with a Ford..

trans87

Yea they had 270 hp and 13 inch Brembo rotors. They are harder to find though with sub 25k miles. Still first things first and that is the Trans Am needs to be sold. Here is a chance for someone to pick up a solid, powerful, thirdgen to build into what they want. It's still up for grabs.

12secSS

Good luck with the sale Nigel.

A 2000+ mustang has a BIG following of high performance stuff and they are good bracket or drag race cars ... if you want to do that. They can also handle decently if you like that as well. Will you be keeping the GSX or? Those are very nice cars as well.

trans87

As of right now I am keeping the GSX. It has my navigation and XM installed into it already which was a pain to put in and I don't want to take out. The GSX gets a lot of offers from people though. I have had a few people come up to me asking for me to sell it. Not too many GSXs in the area I guess. I know it has huge potential for power and with AWD traction is not an issue. Turbocharged cars respond very well to mods. With me though it's stayed stock and only has 74k miles on it. Bought it from the original owner

PsychoGTA

That sux that your selling your car. I was in the same boat as you when I sold my 92 GTA for a 04 GTO. I got a killer deal for my car at the time, got i for 23,500 walking out. Was sad to see it go, but there's time when you can't get everything you want. I know I shouldn't say this, since no one likes them. But why don't you get a GTO?? Good luck on selling it. At least your staying with an American rwd muscle car.
Peace Out,
PsychoGTO

gmendoza

iTrader: (1)

Hey man how much did you sell the GTA for. I'm thinking about selling my GTA when its done.

PsychoGTA

I ended up selling mine for 4,400. I wanted to get more out of it, but I needed to sell it to pay off my bills. I loved that car, but I was spending money on it to fix it and been stuck with no car. I know in the future I will buy it back or buy another one.
Peace Out,
PsychoGTA

trans87

I like the GTO but it's out of my price range. I'm looking at under $20k. Yea it's hard selling the TA. I drove it around briefly today and man that exhaust sounds nice and the climb to 60 is brief.

rangedahl

I've always admired your bird. It's an identical twin of my bird, although yours has the ***** to match the looks.

If I had the money, I wouldn't hesitate for a second to pick it up. I hope it goes to a good home (or that I happen to stumble upon $4,000 before someone else makes you an offer).

1fsstgta

Hey Nigel you should bring it out for one last show and go for old time sake. It would be cool to hangout with the car again

trans87

I wouldn't mind maybe hitting up a local meet like at Sonics. I don't want to cruise around in her though. It's hard enough as it is getting rid of her. I still need to see your Vette Rusty. What are you doing this weekend?

BTW she still is up for grabs. Price is negotiable. Now the chance for someone to get a solid car with a strong motor to build into what they want.

1fsstgta

I'll be going to the third gen picnic at mile square park on saturday you should come down just to hangout

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

Nigel, maybe you should think about listing your TA on ebay

trans87

I was thinking about doing that but right now I have a couple people interested in it. See the bad thing with me is I want to get rid of it but then I don't. I know I am doing the right choice it's just hard having to give her up. I get too attached to my cars

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

I can understand, I just reminded myself of all the things I didn't like about my SS to help me sell her off, plus in my case I was looking forward to getting Donna something newer and a T-5 TPI thirdgen for myself

1fsstgta

Nigle you really should try e-bay my z just sold for 3550 you will definetly get 4000 for your car

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

Rusty - who are you calling a 'Nigle'

Honestly Nigel, if you are thinking about keeping your bird, I would it is not that easy to find a clean thirdgen anymore.

MikeDirntRulez

Where is there a sonic around here?

I would be interested in a meet up to there wherever one is. I would also love to see your TA.

8T8IROC

iTrader: (3)

The store locator from the Sonic Burger Web Site didn't work for me so I used switchboard to find the Sonics in Anaheim

Sonic Drive-In Restaurant
1632 N Lemon St
Anaheim, CA 92801-1205
Phone: (714) 992-4500

MikeDirntRulez

Wow, didn't know that.

Well i'm definitely gonna check it out soon because i'm a huge sucker for Sonics and 3rd gens.

So if anybody wants to do a big meet or mini-meet let me know!

trans87

I would be up for a mini-meet at Sonics one last time with the TA. Look at some cars, shoot the breeze, and have something to eat.

1fsstgta

lets do it make a post for next Staurday I'll be there

MikeDirntRulez

I wont be here next Saturday.

I'm leaving for vacation in...... 30 minutes and wont be back until August 2nd.

We could do it anytime after that, if you guys wanna wait that is.

Dwayne88IROC

ooooOOO you said the f word


And George..... your encouraging him....?

Has the world gone mad?

.....Cat's and dogs living together!?!?

trans87

Better than me saying the H word, Honda. At least I am still sticking with a RWD V8 car