1998 Trans Am LS1
10-11-2012, 08:22 PM
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1998 Trans Am LS1 I recently purchased an 1998 Trans Am LS1 and it is a sunset orange color I believe. I have heard that it is a rare color for the trans ams and didn't know this at the time. Is it true? If it is does it up the value much?
10-11-2012, 09:49 PM
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Based on your description, your color is most likely Red-Orange Metallic, RPO 96U. That is the only factory color for '98 that matches your description (although if it's been repainted then it could be anything).
The only way that a color will increase the value of a car is if someone specifically is willing to pay more for a certain color, but if you can't find one of those "special" buyers then it won't be worth any more than a red or black car. I've never heard of anyone being on a specific quest for your particular color before, but there is always a first time. The only color that seems to have a significant price premium is Hugger Orange (Camaro only).
The only way that a color will increase the value of a car is if someone specifically is willing to pay more for a certain color, but if you can't find one of those "special" buyers then it won't be worth any more than a red or black car. I've never heard of anyone being on a specific quest for your particular color before, but there is always a first time. The only color that seems to have a significant price premium is Hugger Orange (Camaro only).
