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1998 Pontiac Trans Am – 61,500 miles – LS1 / T56 – Clean Carfax

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Old Mar 28, 2026 | 10:17 PM
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Default 1998 Pontiac Trans Am – 61,500 miles – LS1 / T56 – Clean Carfax

I'm entertaining the idea of purchasing a C8 and if I decide to go that route I'd most likely list the T/A since I wouldn't need two summer weekend cars. I thought I'd post here to get feedback on where I should consider pricing it if I did decide to list it. I’ve owned this car for the past 13 years and it has a clean Carfax. It currently has 61,500 original miles and is equipped with the LS1/T56 drivetrain.

The car has a few modifications, but the engine has remained mostly stock over the years aside from routine maintenance and upkeep. It has been well cared for and adult owned during my time with it.

The door panels are crack free, but the dash did develop a small crack, which is shown clearly in the photos.



Exterior
  • 17x9.5 Torq Thrust II wheels
  • Nitto 555 Extreme 275/40/17 tires
  • U.S. Exotics Superhawk hood
    • Upgraded to WS6 intake base
Interior
  • Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X701 head unit
  • Kee Audio Level 3 speaker system
Suspension
  • Strano springs w/ Koni struts
  • BMR strut tower bar
  • UMI front & rear sway bar kit (35mm / 22mm)
  • UMI double adjustable roto-joint panhard bar
  • UMI rear double adjustable roto-joint lower control arms
  • Weld-in subframe connectors
Exhaust
  • SLP Loudmouth cat-back


















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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 05:46 AM
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Looking at the completed results here is a good way to get a feel for values. A lot of super low mileage examples listed, but there are some which are more representative of what you have: Pontiac Firebird 1993-2002 For Sale - BaT Auctions
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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 07:07 AM
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Mileage sure is right but I see some cosmetic things that will keep the price down. I personally do not like the exhaust or mods, but that's me. If others feel the same way, then the number of 'lookers' will be diminished. On the other hand, for those that like the way your car sits, they will be very interested. I'm thinking a low to mid teens price with $15,000 being top dollar. I would ask $16,000 and see if you get any calls. If not, lower the price until you hit that sweet spot. Spring/Summer sure is the right time to sell.
A C8 will be day and night different. Good luck with your sale and C8 purchase.






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Good looking car. As usual NC is on point and has some solid input.

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Not a $15000 car.

the hood is in bad shape an is a different color from the car

clear coat damage

tons of marring in the paint

drivers seat isn’t original and was poorly fixed.

dash is cracked

and that’s without seeing underneath the car which I suspect has overspray same as under the hood.

bolts spray painted under hood? Why? unless hiding rust


It’s a $9000 car if u find a sucker.


i wouldn’t pay more than $6500
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