It's been sprayed underneath with undercoating to hide the rust. Not saying Maple Motors, but whoever did the car. The glove box latch was also a giveaway that there's lots of rust.
@@fta1976 Did you check out the drive shaft and the latch on the glove box? That car has quite a bit of rust on it. I believe most of it has been covered up. It is one of my all time favorite cars, but I wouldn't buy that one.
I do love Firebirds but this one seems like a stretch for that price to me. Hopefully someone doesn't mind the price and does this car right. This car needs a new owner with the budget to bring it back from this condition. Love seeing the Firebirds and T/A's!! Keep up the great work Maple Motors!!!!
@@JackDavenport-e3j You should go buy the gold one before I go get it. I already have a black and gold 80 with a 454 in it. Also have a 78 corvette and 80 Firebird so don't really need the gold one but would love to have it!
@@DewayneRhea-sy9wr The rust on the drive shaft and glove box latch should give you an idea that there are most likely a whole lot of things covered up especially with all the undercoating.😬
Burt Reynolds struck a deal with Pontiac. In addition to $$$ he was to get a brand new trans am every year for life. Well a few years up the road. The dealership that “Pontiac “ was dealing with informed B. Reynolds that he would not be getting the the new Trans Am any longer. True Story!!!!!!
A very good friend of mine had a 77 smokey and the Bandit edition. Had the 455 and posi rear end. Definitely one of the baddest cars I've ever driven. A very sweet ride. Great video as always Nick. RIP Billy Ross Bridges
Believe or not at 25k for she is still a project car and I don't care what anyone says, for these cars are going away in the world today and I see les and les of them being worked on today. Like a peace of gold, so take care of them and they will age like a peace of gold for the value of them will never get old.
You should watch auction price's for project car's then you'll understand why $25k was a mistake $15k at best because the engine can still be remodified to perform and look like a 25k car.🤔
Thanks For The Shirts Nick. My Family and I will sport them at the car shows. Made the Trip from Lafayette Tennessee after your first video was posted. ❤
Factory 400/4 speed---I like it! I could be wrong on this, but I'm pretty sure the cloth seats were part of the SE package. I really miss my '79 T/A----66K original miles, dark blue with the rare white interior
love the T/A I had a 78 in High School, Would love to have another one someday, Love the bungee cord battery hold down. Custom , Hoping to buy a classic from you guys someday.
That rear trunk lid is sitting high and is needing to be slammed because the trunk weatherstripping has just been installed new. I know because I just did it on mine and have the same issue. Solution, slammed it shut and put several 5 gallon cans of paint. And cement bags on top of the trunk to weigh it down and maintain pressure for 7 days straight until the weatherstrip adhesive cures completely. After that, With time and usage it will squish down and even out.
For everyone pointing out the issues that take it down from perfection and quoting lower prices based on that... If this car is at least solid and workable like it seems, then I think $25k is in line! This is a legit SE Bandit car, and the correct year, which is highly desirable. Nice, finished ones go for $50K to $60K, and this is one you can DRIVE while you work on it or drive as is and let the patina be proud! If you can find a nicer '77 SE for the same price or (a similar condition one for a lower price) then post the link!
OK... maybe not an actual SE unless that spoiler was sourced from another T/A. The decal 'under the paint' strikes me as a '79 or newer decal, not a '77 non-SE.
They are tricky... I put a set of roller rockers on my last one... what a pain... One valve at a time, however, they never gave me any trouble once they were set...
Holy smokey and the bandit,and snowman and frog, rasing away from beauford t justice of texas and his son so put the pedal to the metal, fred is okay he just wants a lot 0f burgers, this awsome stunning superb car is so famous, in 1977 star wars no 1 but smokey and the bandit no2 aint that something, burt and you Nick are just so cool 😊😊😊😊thanks Nick stay cool 😊😊😊❤❤
Does that car have silver spokes on front of it and gold on the back? Man some people don't need to work on cars they ruin the value more than help it...that trunk lid is ruined
. But then seeing the flaws I could not give you what you're asking. I can try to call you if we can work it. Seeing that I would have to drive a couple states to look at it and have it transported.
You can but it's gonna have lots of issues that need to be fixed. The upholstery is sure to be trashed and in need of everything new. From the dash, carpet, door panels, headliner, seats, all of which cost about $5k to redo new just that. Then engine probably needs an overhaul, new brakes, and misc parts
Yeah that car's paint needs some attention. Needs a good buff job. With couple of layers of finishing polish done with a buff machine. And the last stage of a good wax. Will the luster out.
It's been sprayed underneath with undercoating to hide the rust. Not saying Maple Motors, but whoever did the car. The glove box latch was also a giveaway that there's lots of rust.
That's rust preventer.
@@fta1976 Did you check out the drive shaft and the latch on the glove box? That car has quite a bit of rust on it. I believe most of it has been covered up. It is one of my all time favorite cars, but I wouldn't buy that one.
Exactly
I do love Firebirds but this one seems like a stretch for that price to me. Hopefully someone doesn't mind the price and does this car right. This car needs a new owner with the budget to bring it back from this condition. Love seeing the Firebirds and T/A's!! Keep up the great work Maple Motors!!!!
Drop ten grand, and I'll come get it.
@@JackDavenport-e3j You should go buy the gold one before I go get it. I already have a black and gold 80 with a 454 in it. Also have a 78 corvette and 80 Firebird so don't really need the gold one but would love to have it!
i remember when smokey and the bandit came out everbody and their sister wanted a car like that pontiiac sales went through the roof nice ride !!!
Remember, 1979 was the greatest sales year for Trans Am, Camaro and Corvette.
Wow painted over the old decals kinda makes you wonder what they did that you cant see
@@DewayneRhea-sy9wr The rust on the drive shaft and glove box latch should give you an idea that there are most likely a whole lot of things covered up especially with all the undercoating.😬
The four-speed ups the value in my eyes you don't see many of them
You sure don't bro👍
So true John
Imagine if it had a 6 speed.
A great Smokey and the Bandit car. 😅
Burt Reynolds struck a deal with Pontiac. In addition to $$$ he was to get a brand new trans am every year for life. Well a few years up the road. The dealership that “Pontiac “ was dealing with informed B. Reynolds that he would not be getting the the new Trans Am any longer. True Story!!!!!!
I know of what you speak about, but I still love your comment today.
That's what I read in pontiac magazine.
Sure is👍
Yes, that is true Bill
A very good friend of mine had a 77 smokey and the Bandit edition. Had the 455 and posi rear end. Definitely one of the baddest cars I've ever driven. A very sweet ride. Great video as always Nick. RIP Billy Ross Bridges
The real Bandit car had a chevy motor in it. The pontiac motor lacked the power for the stunts. There were many cars used in the movie.
Believe or not at 25k for she is still a project car and I don't care what anyone says, for these cars are going away in the world today and I see les and les of them being worked on today. Like a peace of gold, so take care of them and they will age like a peace of gold for the value of them will never get old.
You should watch auction price's for project car's then you'll understand why $25k was a mistake $15k at best because the engine can still be remodified to perform and look like a 25k car.🤔
Thanks For The Shirts Nick. My Family and I will sport them at the car shows.
Made the Trip from Lafayette Tennessee after your first video was posted. ❤
Appreciate you coming by and I hope you enjoyed the lot
Factory 400/4 speed---I like it! I could be wrong on this, but I'm pretty sure the cloth seats were part of the SE package. I really miss my '79 T/A----66K original miles, dark blue with the rare white interior
Its just a deluxe interior you could order on non SE Trans Ams. The actual Smokey and the Bandit SE cars were not even cloth interiors.
My all-time favorite car.
Four speed got to love it
love the T/A I had a 78 in High School, Would love to have another one someday, Love the bungee cord battery hold down. Custom , Hoping to buy a classic from you guys someday.
I still carry a cow magnet in my pocket to this day, from my days at auto auctions.
Eastbound and down loaded up and truckin 🎶😆
One best cars ever made.love them T/As.👍
You look kool with the hat Nick! 😎🤘
Smokey and the Bandit car!
Thats a beautiful Phoenix there Burt oh um Nick!😂
You've did the Bandit proud. Thanks Nike.
Appreciate it.
SOLD!!!On my way
I want the Gold one!!
That rear trunk lid is sitting high and is needing to be slammed because the trunk weatherstripping has just been installed new.
I know because I just did it on mine and have the same issue.
Solution, slammed it shut and put several 5 gallon cans of paint. And cement bags on top of the trunk to weigh it down and maintain pressure for 7 days straight until the weatherstrip adhesive cures completely.
After that, With time and usage it will squish down and even out.
For everyone pointing out the issues that take it down from perfection and quoting lower prices based on that... If this car is at least solid and workable like it seems, then I think $25k is in line! This is a legit SE Bandit car, and the correct year, which is highly desirable. Nice, finished ones go for $50K to $60K, and this is one you can DRIVE while you work on it or drive as is and let the patina be proud! If you can find a nicer '77 SE for the same price or (a similar condition one for a lower price) then post the link!
Oh, and a 4-SPEED!!!
OK... maybe not an actual SE unless that spoiler was sourced from another T/A. The decal 'under the paint' strikes me as a '79 or newer decal, not a '77 non-SE.
Beautiful Trans Am 🖤💛
Very nice driver quality with a 4 speed. Thanks, Nick!
From the looks of that line on the roof, I wonder if it had T-Tops before .
The black hat is essential.
I have never made friends with a Pontiac valvetrain
They are tricky... I put a set of roller rockers on my last one... what a pain... One valve at a time, however, they never gave me any trouble once they were set...
My favorite combo 400/4
It does have WS6 wheels. Miss mine. 😢
They are not the correct ones for that year though. These are 79 or newer wheels.
No t-tops, No deal. 😘
T-tops leak. A lot.
As it is, the Hardtop will also leak from the weatherstrip on the windows and let water run inside the door frame.
@@jghawk100absolutely
18:05 Truth but gotta have the TTops to match my red shirt and mustache.
Great looking T/A for the $$$
Beautiful Trans Am!! Someone is making out like a Bandit on this one.
Needs a wedding dress in the back seat!!
She needs a bodyman and all winter to set it right why would you take the AC out of a black car??
Looks like a car of many parts, that was slaped together for a quick trip to the auction.
Rust inside the glovebox, not a good sign.
@@odfarmboy Don't forget about the drive shaft! Lots of cover up on this one.
No offence, 25k?
Bandit cars bring big $$$$
The Rust is extra 🤣
Good thing is that price is very negotiable with maple motors that’s for sure🤷🏾♂️
Thay are trying to stay rich
Someone is going to spend lots of time and money on this one.
Holy smokey and the bandit,and snowman and frog, rasing away from beauford t justice of texas and his son so put the pedal to the metal, fred is okay he just wants a lot 0f burgers, this awsome stunning superb car is so famous, in 1977 star wars no 1 but smokey and the bandit no2 aint that something, burt and you Nick are just so cool 😊😊😊😊thanks Nick stay cool 😊😊😊❤❤
Does that car have silver spokes on front of it and gold on the back? Man some people don't need to work on cars they ruin the value more than help it...that trunk lid is ruined
Classic.
. But then seeing the flaws I could not give you what you're asking. I can try to call you if we can work it. Seeing that I would have to drive a couple states to look at it and have it transported.
Not a bad looking car you have there cowboy,,,, always look for your videos nick,,,, only 1 question wonder why the antenna is on the left fender,,
This is closer to a 17k car
I can’t find them for that
@@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate He is for sure a dreamer and not from CA.
I doubt anyone can find one with a 4 speed for under $20k
You can but it's gonna have lots of issues that need to be fixed. The upholstery is sure to be trashed and in need of everything new.
From the dash, carpet, door panels, headliner, seats, all of which cost about $5k to redo new just that.
Then engine probably needs an overhaul, new brakes, and misc parts
@@chrischalkley8571 Agreed, more like $13k.
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4 speed heck yeah
It sounds like bandit used that car.
😅a😅😅
So it's WS4 with WS6 wheels then, going by the rear drums, plus some rust. All the same...
WS4 indicated a Trans Am, that's all... WS6 was a suspension package back then..
!!!YeeHaww!!!
We got to go Save Daisy!!!
can someone tell me whats on the ground at 1:04 a couple of inches behind passenger front tire?
That's what I'm talking about a manual shift no automatic
Pure awesomeness 😊
Yeah that car's paint needs some attention. Needs a good buff job. With couple of layers of finishing polish done with a buff machine. And the last stage of a good wax. Will the luster out.
She needs a good $13k in parts and labor to be a solid daily driver.
I wonder if it’s a clone or a real SE with PHS documentation. That is a huge factor in the price. If it’s real, I might be northbound and down!
@@wlc1980 From the little I know about the TA, I'm leaning towards a clone. There are too many contradictions in how this one is put together.
Yes, normally he points out clones. The only way to know for sure is a PHS options sheet.
455 or bust.❤
Thanks!
Hey lets pick up 200 cases of coors beer and drive to Chicago 😊😊😊😊
Not a bad one!!!
That exhaust shaking like a big woman at a sock hop
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Oh That’s Funny Bert!
🤣🤣🤣🤣
That’s a 5000 dollar parts car all day
Nice but no T-tops. gotta have T-tops on a Trans Am.
I had a 78 but mine was Gold
mine also had t=tops and a extra spoiler
I say take that 4-in body lift off of it. Bring her a little closer to the ground. It has built-in theft deterrent 4️⃣ speed 🫣
Bro I really love this one allways want 77 black trans am and 71 dodge challenger big block 383 all 426 all 440 do you lot transport to newzealand
5k more like it
How about a 71 Dodge Challenger?
Video's Great , Nice Try = $25 K 😂
You look like a rip from Yellowstone with that hat on
Had to one-up Burt with a better Stetson, huh?😂😂
I wish I had that Trump money lol that What be the first Coyote powered bandit
Putting a Ford in a Pontiac is just sacrilege
Trump money, whats that, printed in Cuba, you gotta be kidding
🏆👀
I be a player at 16750
that will be gone lighting fast !!..needs front turn signals (gone)
12k tops, car needs good many repairs!!!!
Can’t find them for that
Motor is super tired
You asked why they painted over the decals just a lazy preper and painter.
Motor is skipping. Not a bad price though.
Nice
Let's just c what he got under the hood
No price on the car or in the title . That’s unusual
I thought so too 🤔
@@jghawk100troll
Yes I had that fixed
Four speed got to love it