One of the best body styles GM ever came up with. Just a work of art.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you
@Gadsden-rn2wl2 жыл бұрын
Definitely!
@yungtooli2 жыл бұрын
its alright
@spammusubi32182 жыл бұрын
@@yungtooli You even old enough to drive?
@yungtooli2 жыл бұрын
@@spammusubi3218 i get my permit next month
@doorkicker85072 жыл бұрын
This car is absolutely SICK
@goldysgarage1892 жыл бұрын
I’m not a Pontiac/LS/G.M. fan but the build quality and attention to detail makes any gear head sit up, take notice and admire what we have here. Well done. And as always Sean, great choice of whips to dazzle the audience.
@endutubecensorship2 жыл бұрын
We are all car people in the end Sincerely, a GM muscle car fan that thinks R34 Skylines and Mk4 Supras are gorgeous Edit: Almost forgot the E39 BMW M5😍
@jonnyturbo61422 жыл бұрын
huge firebird fan! totally loving the quality of these videos..and I love your honesty that shows through on camera, not an easy thing to do, and you seem to do it with ease. congrats again
@jewboy7612 жыл бұрын
Honesty that shows through on camera? Smh
@12ozbuds2 жыл бұрын
I am a 67 year old car guy with a 64 Riviera and this is the first Firebird I like. I have always liked Camaros over Firebirds. But the stance and overall look of this car is bad ass. The colors are great too, I really like the blue. Cool ride, thanks.
@jeffreynolds38482 жыл бұрын
I’m 67, too - and a Camaro-like touch caught my eye; the impression of the deeper grille opening by carrying the grille mesh down to the valance slots! A lovely touch, like many others! That’s the great thing about F-bodies in the 21st century, esp. early T/A’s - they improve with age by standing out more & more... Shawn, another great choice of classic to feature....!
@sidefx9962 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous! As I've said before I'm not normally a huge restomod/pro-touring fan but I really appreciate when they're super-tasteful like this and the Grand Am you did recently. Stunning car. 70-73 Firebird/TA is still my favorite musclecar.
@thejoshbtv2 жыл бұрын
Early 2nd gen F-bodies are the peak of car design. They look so good.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
I’m with you. My favorite muscle car
@boeing1752 жыл бұрын
thats usually the case with car design. Early designs were better than the later years. The fiero is a great example. I love those little guys but they kinda fell off towards the end. I really wish GM didnt kill the tin indian cause it would be cool to see if a modern firebird would have this retro style
@thejoshbtv2 жыл бұрын
@@boeing175 I would say that the Corvette peaked "mid" run for lack of a better way to describe it. The early C3s with the exposed bumpers are the best looking Vettes.
@boeing1752 жыл бұрын
@@thejoshbtv cant argue with that. Edit: The 3rd gen look was actually based of of the Banshee that DeLorean came up with for Pontiac. Look it up shes a sexy little thing.
@thejoshbtv2 жыл бұрын
@@boeing175 That is a good looking prototype they made. It also looks like it was the basis for the Opal GT for Europe.
@iansharpe84202 жыл бұрын
The blue on black is amazing. Such a killer looking car, definitely a performer too. Great build all around
@tremmer22292 жыл бұрын
Not a lot of talkin going on. I think that's a good sign. Great interior color. Great stance. Good sound. Nothing wrong with buying turn-key. I dig it.
@hv93562 жыл бұрын
That's no joke !! The second gear spin was impressive !!! The 6 speed is such a great move, more efficient, get's the power down, and just hum along up top.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Very cool and perfect to daily drive
@randymillsjr.17302 жыл бұрын
Wow that blue interior pops. Great looking car
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
I love this car!
@hawgfankc2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car and nice build. My first muscle car was a 74 Formula and I've always liked the look of Gen 2 Firebirds and TA's, especially the 73's and earlier, before they started integrating a front bumper.
@dreadedtred2 жыл бұрын
Had a 74 T/A 455HD. Lots of fun. Bad ass ride.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Those are cool cars. I love what they did with this one
@JonBecker812 жыл бұрын
I want it for my daily. It’s the perfect amount of power to be able to actually. Have fun with.
@276rclife62 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah bro that's a nice car..always been a huge fan of the Firebird and it looks like an awesome build 425 to the wheels is no joke..loved seeing you do a good burnout..lol
@512bb Жыл бұрын
I believe I can shed some light as to where the color/stripe inspiration came from which you should find helpful. It was taken from a 1978 Macho T/A #106, nicknamed "BRUISER". It was the only one done in this color scheme of the 204 built in 78 & the only Macho built for California. It was a special order that Dennis & Kyle Mechum didn't even want to build because they thought that the blue on black wouldn't work (remember it was 1978). As for me I think it's simply stunning, I own Macho T/A #29 Atlantis blue/Silver & I prefer #106, this is just a beautiful T/A my friend, enjoy in good health!
@AutotopiaLA Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info here!! Wish this was mine…
@512bb Жыл бұрын
@@AutotopiaLA You're job must be tough considering all the nice cars you get to cover but sadly can't own them all. Thanks for your terrific channel!
@Don_Neto_Jr.2 жыл бұрын
That's an awesome T/A, dig the color combo!
@elliotsgarage77772 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build. Finishing my build except no LS, my 75 Trans Am, Pontiac 400 is stroked 462ci and at 420hp/520tq mated to a Tremec TKO 600.
@richardwarfield73862 жыл бұрын
I've said it before - I love Pontiacs. Slick T/A
@robertrico75982 жыл бұрын
That car is GORGEOUS!!!
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Yes it is and drives really great
@elbaislandelbaisland88772 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic ❤️!!! HAIL from 🇮🇹
@jamesleathers54882 жыл бұрын
As much as I love the old Pontiac engines that LS6 is just so damn streetable along with plenty of power. Great car !
@byronmcelfresh23802 жыл бұрын
A 350 Real Pontiac engine can make more drivable hp than what that over rated LS turd does
@jamesleathers54882 жыл бұрын
@@byronmcelfresh2380 It is such a turd, that is why so many people use it. Haha
@dennisallen6186Ай бұрын
@@jamesleathers5488ha ha ha dumbass. So many people do it because they have no imagination. Just brilliant putting a Chevee into a Pontiac
@tfjack972 жыл бұрын
WOW, what a ride. I owned a 75 T/A, two 70 Formula 400's. Love those gen 2 birds. And this is one sweet T/A. Thanks for sharing this car with the world.
@jolu70192 жыл бұрын
always wanted to do this just havent had the cash power and reliability thing looks completely stock but with a surprise
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean. I’d love to have one like this
@jorgejefferson82512 жыл бұрын
That is perfect. I also love that it has a short rubber shift boot that let's you see the full length of the shifter unlike the fancy leather ones that go so far up.
@CJColvin2 жыл бұрын
Man thats one badass 73 Pontiac Firebird.
@dennisallen6186Ай бұрын
Not a Pontiac, they turned it into a bastardized Camaro.
@JaredR19962 жыл бұрын
That is one beautiful car 😍
@Dogos8312 жыл бұрын
Man, no better car review channel on you tube when it comes to old muscle cars.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That’s what we love showing
@anthonyellem53892 жыл бұрын
Great car. Love the little chicken decals. Very clever touch.
@paulmartinez62172 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car. Didnt want super loud. Or super fast. Sometimes people get over stimulation with all the over the top stuff.. perfect car. Perfect driver with power and attitude.
@bemyers1239 ай бұрын
I think it’s outstanding! I absolutely love the 2nd gen. The blue on black is sick! I can’t get enough of this channel.
@melvinburwell82022 жыл бұрын
Old Pontiacs are rare. Engines also. Nice Chevy swap. Very cool. Perfect daily driver. Nice TA.👍😉😎🤩
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Definitely a perfect daily
@seanlarson45952 жыл бұрын
I really like that the interior was kept mostly stock especially the 'engine turned' dash. What really put it over the top when it comes to attention to detail was the fact that the roll cage was painted the same color as the rest of the interior - nice touch!
@brianspangler37712 жыл бұрын
Love this car. The 77-78 trans ams get all the attention because of Smokey and the Bandit but the earlier second gens are cool too. That 1-2 burnout was sick.
@colinw72052 жыл бұрын
I always thought from a kid that the 2nd Gen F-Body Pontiacs(Firebirds and T/As) were always better looking then their corporate stablemates the Camaros. Much better styling.
@brianspangler37712 жыл бұрын
@@colinw7205 I like the early (70-73) second gen camaros but 74 and up I don't really like that much but the 74 and later trans am, yes I love those cars.
@mohammadbenattia91022 жыл бұрын
Loved these cars since very young.
@Xorabclears2 жыл бұрын
In my opinion, this car is the definition of a perfect restomod Firebird. The details that make it so are there and they are subtle instead of bitting you over the head with the over the top mods. On first glance it looks simplistic and boring, but with a closer look, its actually intricate and well put together. The love from the owner really shows..
@jamproject92 жыл бұрын
Killer ride 💪👊
@paulb4uk2 жыл бұрын
Stunning looking pontiac and it sounds great
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
And it drives really nice. Cool restomod
@bazilwreckerloughead2 жыл бұрын
That's such a cool car. Love that the gauges have the stripes like the car!
@jeffreynolds38482 жыл бұрын
....and all 4 2” gauges!
@TheGunfighter45acp2 жыл бұрын
This car is awesome. The styling cues are subtle and respectful, yet everything is there. I would daily it, too. A Vegas run is always a temptation.
@scottbourret11902 жыл бұрын
Have wanted a 73 trans am in Brewster Green with the Tan interior forever. Would love to have it restocked like this.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
I hear ya! I want one too
@mikewozawski16342 жыл бұрын
Interior is spot on
@seanscott71202 жыл бұрын
Perfect mix of old and new, well done!
@maya007952 жыл бұрын
There is a lot of work done in this car...... 💖💖💖💖❣️❣️🤘🤘👍 Superb..🤠🤠
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Sure is. I really like the choices on this build
@f5tornadeau2 жыл бұрын
That’s a really nice restomod. Updated performance to match the style while keeping that 73 vibe. A moment of silence for Pontiac, gone too early, ruined by corporate bureaucrats.
@toddclark3322 жыл бұрын
Yes sir Love it man and nailed it with that interior doodle that is so cool looking is the instrument oh yeah perfect
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Very clean build and drives really nice
@robray71062 жыл бұрын
Just freaking out of this world! What a cool driver.😎👍
@GS-cy8iy2 жыл бұрын
My dream car! Great job on the build and video!
@TheCycle23002 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Autotopia club, especially because it's a Pontiac. Very nice car. Look forward to seeing it at the next quarantine cruise. 👍👍
@shaunsmith80082 жыл бұрын
I'm in freaking love!
@tylerstephen60532 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous trans am
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing
@Baspiet2 жыл бұрын
The interior is so welcoming, great work
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Love that interior. This whole build is done right and built to drive
@fishpony12112 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love that interior. And i second that, i would for sure drive that daily!
@DonXXXPrince2 жыл бұрын
Beautifully done tasteful hot rod 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@ZAGOR642 жыл бұрын
Once upon a time in my life, (early 90's) I was lucky enough to be able to get a number matching "70&1/2" R.A.3 TA. White with blue stripes. I had before and after owned many cars, including 'cuda, GTO...but that little F-body still is my favorite. Sadly I sold her when I left the country to come back to Europe. Nevertheless, the way that restomod was built is EXACTLY how I wanna my next TA's dream car to be. Spot on man!!!
@stuartb93232 жыл бұрын
I had a 67 custom Vette in that same color combo. People either loved it, or hated it ! I think it's awesome I love this build of the best designed TA. That's really a 70 Firebird TA interior in that 73. Personally, I like the low back buckets of the 70 style 😎
@kirktitgen23092 жыл бұрын
Almost sounds like a Pontiac wit those flowmasters …nice burnout at the end 😆
@dalemllns2 жыл бұрын
Mopar T/A logo on the decklid spoiler. I've restored several 2nd Gen Fbody cars. Really like the 70-73 Birds. Killer build
@chrislee66912 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful build! Love it. Thanks ATLA as always you guys are the best.
@AndrewNation132 жыл бұрын
Andrew buys some Dope-ass rides.. that made the day ! What a super sexy car Thank-you so much for bringing us along for a ride 😅 KK
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
He does and this is one of my fav rides we’ve shot from him
@emmour92882 жыл бұрын
More Trans ams please !!!!
@Taco-bomb-GTA Жыл бұрын
Just Beautiful !
@punisherdiecast39662 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! Beautiful car, awesome driver!
@mg_streetkandi2 жыл бұрын
Some will say it doesn't have enough power but honestly 420-ish isn't that bad for a reliable car set up like he has it..Good brakes and suspension..I bet it's really sorted and fun..👍🏽🏁
@whip47742 жыл бұрын
Those are actually c6 zo6 brakes with the Pontiac stamping on them
@DJWerkz Жыл бұрын
The bullnose TA is my personal favorite muscle car ever, this one is fantastic!
@Vette4life2 жыл бұрын
Love it. Beautiful ride
@nickp7012 жыл бұрын
Now this thing was interesting to watch. It was so stable and controlled looking. When you drove it was just smooth and precise looking. It seemed real crisp and was done perfectly.
@TT-ch2pz Жыл бұрын
The 1970-73 Pontiacs really look the best in my opinion. It's the stance of this car with those wide meats on the back. It just sits right.
@PhillyDee2152 жыл бұрын
💥NOTHING LIKE A LS ENGINE😎
@AbstractDreamz2 жыл бұрын
Me 76 Regal sure does enjoy the 6.0 LS in the bay....as do I.
@PhillyDee2152 жыл бұрын
@@AbstractDreamz Regal....nice😎I have a 00' Regal with 400whp
@01surge242 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car. The blue interior ✔️. Great lookn ride. Was surprised to hear you don’t turn your own wrench….I don’t trust peeps to even change my oil in any of my vehicles. Besides you build a strong relationship with your ride when you build it. ..but not everyone can do it…and that’s cool.
@MT-THNDR2072 жыл бұрын
That stretch of road is right near me in Laguna Hills. Avenida De Carlota. That's a sweet build right there.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
We shoot down there pretty regularly at So Cal Classic Car Storage
@MT-THNDR2072 жыл бұрын
@AutotopiaLA That's very cool. Are there multiple cars in there owned by friends?
@Cbasschen6 ай бұрын
the f-body series is my favorite. got a 79 camaro but the 70-73 firebird is my dream
@AlreadyDeadInside83079 Жыл бұрын
Really nice man. You can drive it as a daily and not have to stop at AutoZone on the way home every Friday. It's still fast enough to be fun. Most of all, it's gorgeous. I love the color and all the attention to detail. Elegant simplicity.
@2quedogg2 жыл бұрын
Car is awesome!! Love the matte blue stripe that matches the interior.
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Such a well done TA
@banjobean772 жыл бұрын
Incredible work on keeping the shaker functional with the LS platform. Looks amazing
@horacehenderson62022 жыл бұрын
That's sick
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
It is. I’d drive it every day
@clay_jay222 жыл бұрын
Damn I love the front of an old Pontiac!
@James-zj3ud2 жыл бұрын
Love the early 70s camaro/firebird shape.. the 68 camaros will always be beautiful too but I see alot of them it's refreshing to see these
@THROTTLEPOWER2 жыл бұрын
Very cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Definitely a cool ride
@user-ne9wp8ve5u2 жыл бұрын
Now that is a car!!!!
@runslaTe2 жыл бұрын
my blood bleeds Ford Blue ..but Pontiac is my secret obsession , especially this one
@FastMonty2 жыл бұрын
Super clean! As you guys mentioned, there's something to be said about a brand new engine technology, and it's reliability. Get in and just drive it. It's extremely difficult to find an engine builder that can build a "reliable" 500hp engine. Ask me how I know.... ha, ha. Awesome job Shawn! (As usual)
@ChristopherTrott2 жыл бұрын
I love the dulled stripe and graphics treatment
@Bossgto-vy3re2 жыл бұрын
This car is so beautiful hands down. I love watching this channel so many beautiful cars .
@Robert84552 жыл бұрын
I like that a lot. I think that is a perfect balance of a good looking classic muscle with very nice updates.
@kyleforeman45432 жыл бұрын
Super slick damm
@robertreasor75222 жыл бұрын
By far the best front end Pontiac ever put on the Firebird/Trans Am!
@mrfyo0oz2 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely sick 🔥🔥
@jameshutchins3396 Жыл бұрын
If I had that in white, it could not be any other interior color. My thought was they nailed old school with that.
@dereksmith32052 жыл бұрын
Absolutely LOVE IT , MY uncle had one
@coloradokid8082 жыл бұрын
Great looking car!
@RaiderX9482 жыл бұрын
Kid of the 70's so the Trans Am was my favorite car from then on, beautiful piece, enjoy it, waste some tires.
@lsvip18202 жыл бұрын
Love this. Super clean
@lprto98312 жыл бұрын
Looks good with the matte/flat finish and love the color of the Interior
@JoeMicc19732 жыл бұрын
May not be super loud, but it’s got a great aggressive roar to it!! I saw that one last week…posted a story of it on IG. 🤘🏼
@Panthercholo2 жыл бұрын
I wish he went over the air filter box. That is pretty custom.
@CP-db4rm2 жыл бұрын
Perfect in every way.
@andrewoats36202 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shaun
@AutotopiaLA2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👊
@SHOdown132 жыл бұрын
This cars theme song should be Blue on Black. The Five finger death punch version. Sweet color combo, sweet ride.