Burt Reynolds will forever be synonymous with the Pontiac Trans Am. The Trans Am itself holds a special place in the hearts of many not only as a pony car icon, but as a star of Smokey and the Bandit.
It only makes sense that Reynolds himself will drive his 1978 Pontiac Trans Am onto the stage at this year’s Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, according to Motor Authority.
This latest Reynolds-associated Trans Am is not linked directly to the film, but it’s still ripe for high bids. It has been restored by Restore a Muscle Car of Lincoln, Nebraska and is powered by a Butler Performance V8 engine. Displacement sits at 8.2-liters and the engine pumps out over 600 hp. 18-inch snowflake wheels, a shaker hood and a custom leather interior are also present and accounted for.
And, of course, Reynolds’ signature has been placed throughout the car.
The 1978 Trans Am will cross the block between today and January 22, 2017.
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Heartbreaking that the legendary Bandit will barely be able to do this.
Sad to say, but the last time I saw Burtram on TV, he was nearly bent double walking (if you could call it that) with a cane. I hope he has recovered.
It was sad to see that Mr. Reynolds not only be able to drive his Trans Am up on stage…but did not get a chance to talk about his car before the auctioneer kicked it in for a sale. Mr. Reynolds was not willing to give up his cowboy hat to the buyer..and also stated that all proceeds over $250,000.00 would go to charity. His car only sold for that amount…so much for charity from such an iconic person that l grew up admiring!!!