Customer Reviews of the 1998 Trans Am
Introduction
The 1998 Trans Am is manufactured in CANADA for Pontiac. It is Pontiac's entry into the CONVERTIBLE 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $29,715 USD in 1998.
Fuel Economy
The 1998 Trans Am's 5.7L V8 OHV 16V engine has been rated at 17 - 18 miles/gallon city and 24 - 26 miles/gallon highway out of a 15.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Trans Am retails for $29,715 USD with a invoice price of $27,189 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Trans Am comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3613 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Trans Am Dimensions
In 1998 the Trans Am has an overall length of 193.80 inches and a width of 74.50 inches. It sits a total of 52.40 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 4.40 inches. Front headroom is 37.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Trans Am a turning radius of 37.80 inches. It uses 245/50R16 tires with a wheelbase of 101.10 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Air Conditioning. Leading optional equipment includes Cassette Player.
Exterior color choices include Arctic White with Black Top, Arctic White with Taupe Top, Arctic White with White Top, Black with Black Top, Black with Taupe Top, Black with White Top, Blue-Green Chameleon with Black Top, Blue-Green Chameleon with Taupe Top, Blue-Green Chameleon with White Top, Bright Green Metallic with Black Top, Bright Green Metallic with Taupe Top, Bright Green Metallic with White Top, Bright Red with Black Top, Bright Red with Taupe Top, Bright Red with White Top, Bright Silver Metallic with Black Top, Bright Silver Metallic with White Top, Navy Blue Metallic with Black Top, Navy Blue Metallic with Taupe Top, Navy Blue Metallic with White Top, Red-Orange Metallic with Black Top, Red-Orange Metallic with Taupe Top, Red-Orange Metallic with White Top, Sport Gold Metallic with Black Top, Sport Gold Metallic with White Top with interior choices of Arctic White Leather, Dark Pewter Leather, Taupe Leather. The Trans Am seats 4 people with 43.00 inches front leg room.
Pontiac Warranty
The normal warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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