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Old May 2, 2008 | 10:22 AM
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Default If you have a long way to go and a short time to get there..

Then this is the car for you
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1978-...QQcmdZViewItem

That is just MINT!!! The only problem I have with it is that I think the real trans am they used was a slush box.... But I'll take a 4 on the floor anyways...
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Old May 2, 2008 | 10:38 AM
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BE-A-U-TIFUL car.

They sure didn't have any balls performance-wise, but the unbeatable look of the car compensates for that 100%

I love it.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 10:46 AM
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Ya, the 6.6 is a really, really dog motor (points to sig).
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Old May 2, 2008 | 10:52 AM
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Yeah.... VERY lethargic, but sounds great with a good exhaust.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 11:24 AM
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that is a very beautiful car.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 11:42 AM
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the '78 is from the second movie isnt it? i would have to drive that thing. i couldn't let it remain a show-piece.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 11:44 AM
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Other than being nastolgic, your Jeep is more responsive that thing. Trust me.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 11:52 AM
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whoa give me some credit... i was simply stating that i would grow out my mullet, cruise around and not park it for another thirty years. just looking fast is alright with me when it comes that generation of firebirds.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by vital49
Other than being nastolgic, your Jeep is more responsive that thing. Trust me.

That car dont have to be fast. It looks fast standing still.
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Old May 2, 2008 | 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by SSsuperchargedEi
whoa give me some credit... i was simply stating that i would grow out my mullet, cruise around and not park it for another thirty years. just looking fast is alright with me when it comes that generation of firebirds.
Gotcha!

Yes, a mullet is a definite prereq. to driving that thing! And, you have to buy a box of Marlboro Reds in the box and roll 'em up in your sleeve.
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