T-Tops Or No T-Tops?

[jyarish@autosprinkleroftx]

Shopping for a 77-79 Trans Am.

Are there any Trans Am owners out there who owned a 77-79 T/A with and without T-Tops?

T-Tops are currently on my must-have list, but they seem to be harder to find.

I'm wondering if the T-Topsops on a 77-79 are worth holding out for.

 

[Pontiac Trans Am]

We say get T-Tops!

Thank you,
PTA Staff

 

[jyarish@autosprinkleroftx]

OK, T-Tops it is.

Now, do I settle for a '79 T Top if I can find one, or hold out for a '77 or '78?

I'd like the 400 over the 403, but I'm not looking for a racer.

I figure I could do some work on a 403 and replace the rear end for sufficient fun and be good to go.

 

[Pontiac Trans Am]

Is there a specific color and options you want, and what is the price range?

Thank you,
PTA Staff

 

[jyarish@autosprinkleroftx]

Red, white, blue, or silver.

Black, only if the paint is excellent; I know that will increase the price.

I'd like a 400 automatic, but a '79 403 is not a deal breaker.

Cloth seats are preferred, as well as T-Tops and air conditioning.

I'm finding interesting cars in the mid-$20,000s, but I will probably have to get into the high-$30,000s to get something nicer.

Mid $40Ks and higher is no bueno.

It's going to be a work in progress. I can do some work myself, but not the heavy mechanical work.

I researched my Corvette for about 18 months.

Got exactly what I wanted, and I enjoyed it for 10 years before selling.

Kids went off to college, and you know the rest, lol.

My son will graduate in two years, and I want to have everything in line when I'm ready to take the next step.

I'm also considering C3 Corvettes, as they're a bit cheaper, but I've never had a Trans Am.

I'm leaning more towards the TA.

Thanks for the help.