Basics
Condition
Interior Color
Exterior Color
Drivetrain
Transmission
Fuel
Engine
VIN
Stock Number
Mileage
Features
Features
- 12V power outlets 2 12V power outlets
- ABS Brakes 4-wheel antilock (ABS) brakes
- Accessory power Retained accessory power
- Air conditioning Yes
- Alternator Type Alternator
- Antenna Fixed audio antenna
- Armrests front center Front seat center armrest
- Armrests front storage Front seat armrest storage
- Audio theft deterrent Audio system theft deterrent
- Auto headlights Auto on/off headlight control
- Basic warranty 36 month/36
- 000 miles
- Battery charge warning
- Battery type Lead acid battery
- Beverage holders Front beverage holders
- Beverage holders rear Rear beverage holders
- Body panels Fully galvanized steel body panels
- Bodyside moldings Body-colored bodyside moldings
- Brake type 4-wheel disc brakes
- Bumpers front Body-colored front bumper
- Bumpers rear Body-colored rear bumper
- CD Single-disc CD player
- CD location CD player located in the interior
- Cargo floor type Carpet cargo area floor
- Cargo light Cargo area light
- Climate control Manual climate control
- Clock Digital clock
- Corrosion perforation warranty 72 month/100
- 000 miles
- Cruise control
- Day/Night rearview mirror
- Door bins front Driver and passenger door bins
- Door handle material Black door handles
- Door locks Power door locks
- Door mirror style Body-colored door mirrors
- Door mirror type Standard style side mirrors
- Door mirrors Power door mirrors
- Door trim insert Vinyl door trim insert
- Drive type Rear-wheel drive
- Driver foot rest
- Driver seat direction Driver seat with 6-way directional controls
- Emissions California emissions
- Engine 5.7L V-8 regular unleaded
- engine with 285HP
- Engine Configuration V8
- Engine Location Front mounted engine
- Engine Short 5.7L V-8
- Engine/electric motor temperature gauge
- Equalizer Graphic audio equalizer
- First-row windows Power first-row windows
- Floor console Full floor console
- Floor console storage Covered floor console storage
- Floor coverage Full floor coverage
- Floor covering Full carpet floor covering
- Floor mats Carpet front and rear floor mats
- Folding rear seats Full folding rear seats
- Front anti-roll Front anti-roll bar
- Front head restraints Fixed front seat head restraints
- Front impact airbag driver Driver front impact airbag
- Front impact airbag passenger Passenger front impact airbag
- Front reading lights
- Front seat upholstery Cloth front seat upholstery
- Front seatback upholstery Cloth front seatback upholstery
- Fuel Type Regular unleaded
- Gearshifter material Leather gear shifter material
- Glove box Illuminated glove box
- Headlight type Sealed beam headlights
- Headlights Halogen headlights
- Headlights on reminder
- Headliner coverage Full headliner coverage
- Headliner material Cloth headliner material
- High mount stop light High mounted center stop light
- Ignition Spark ignition system
- Illuminated glove box
- Immobilizer
- Instrumentation display Analog instrumentation display
- Key in vehicle warning
- Limited Slip Center Differential
- Limited slip differential Mechanical limited slip differential
- Low level warnings Low level warning for oil and coolant
- Manual driver seat controls Driver seat manual reclining
- fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- Manual passenger seat controls Passenger seat manual reclining and fore/aft control
- Number of airbags 2 airbags
- Number of doors 2 doors
- Oil pressure gauge
- One-touch down window Driver one-touch down window
- Overdrive transmission
- Passenger seat direction Front passenger seat with 4-way directional controls
- Powertrain type ICE
- Powertrain warranty 36 month/36
- 000 miles
- Radiator
- Radio AM/FM
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Springs Regular grade rear springs
- Rear anti-roll Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear cargo door Liftgate rear cargo door
- Rear seat direction Front facing rear seat
- Rear seats Rear bench seat
- Rear seats fixed or removable Fixed rear seats
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window trim Black rear window trim
- Rear windshield Fixed rear windshield
- Roadside warranty 36 month/36
- 000 miles
- Rocker panel extensions
- Running lights Daytime running lights
- Seatback storage pockets 2 seatback storage pockets
- Seating capacity 4
- Seek scan
- Shock absorbers Gas-pressurized shock absorbers
- Spare tire Compact spare tire with steel wheel
- Spare tire location Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
- Speakers Standard grade speakers
- Speakers number 4 speakers
- Special paint Monotone paint
- Split front seats Bucket front seats
- Spoiler Rear wing spoiler
- Springs front Front coil springs
- Springs rear Rear coil springs
- Steering Hydraulic power-assist steering system
- Steering type Rack-pinion steering
- Steering wheel material Leather steering wheel
- Steering wheel tilt Manual tilting steering wheel
- Suspension Sport ride suspension
- Suspension ride type front Independent front suspension
- Suspension ride type rear Rigid axle rear suspension
- Tachometer
- Tailpipe Stainless steel single exhaust with chrome tailpipe finisher
- Tinted windows Light tinted windows
- Tires P275/40ZR17 AS BSW front and rear tires
- Traction Control
- Traction control Driveline managed traction control
- Transmission 6-speed manual
- Transmission Type Manual
- Trip odometer
- Trunk lid trim Plastic trunk lid trim
- Ventilated brakes Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
- Visor driver mirror Driver visor mirror
- Visor passenger mirror Passenger visor mirror
- Voltmeter
- Window Trim Black side window trim
- Windshield trim Black windshield trim
- Wipers Variable intermittent front windshield wipers
Seller's Comments
Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is excited to offer this rare and eye-catching 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, finished in the ultra-desirable Bright Purple Metallic-a color produced in extremely limited numbers, with just 1 of 34 examples built in 1997. This 4th Generation Trans Am stands out immediately thanks to its unmistakable long hood, aggressive front fascia, and sleek aerodynamic body lines that defined late-90s American performance. The Bright Purple Metallic paint gives this car a unique presence that sets it apart from the typical reds, blacks, and whites, making it a true standout at any meet or cruise night. Under the hood sits the legendary 5.7L (350ci) LT1 V8, factory rated at 285 horsepower, delivering strong, reliable performance paired with that unmistakable American V8 sound. Power is sent through a 4-speed automatic transmission (4L60E), offering smooth shifting and comfortable cruising whether you're in town or on the highway. This Trans Am shows just over 102,000 miles, and remains largely all original, preserving its authenticity and appeal to enthusiasts and collectors alike. The only notable upgrade is a set of aftermarket wheels, giving it a slightly more aggressive stance while maintaining the car's overall character. Inside, you'll find a grey cloth interior that provides a comfortable and period-correct driving environment. The cabin is complemented by removable T-Tops, allowing you to enjoy open-air driving and making every cruise feel like an event. The 4th gen Trans Am has become increasingly sought-after in recent years, especially rare color combinations like this one. With its limited production numbers, original drivetrain, and iconic styling, this car represents a great opportunity to own a unique piece of Pontiac performance history. If you're looking for a collectible modern classic that combines rarity, style, and V8 performance, this 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am in Bright Purple Metallic is a standout choice you won't want to miss. This 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is listed by our Dallas showroom and can be viewed in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information, please call our knowledgeable staff or email us at dallas@gatewayclassiccars.com. Our Dallas Showroom is located at 1250 Mustang Dr. #500, Grapevine, TX 76051
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