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Old 07-19-2019, 10:50 AM
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My new to me 1984 Trans Am

I recently picked up a 1984 Trans Am. I’m the second owner. The car had zero mods until I replaced the non working Delco receiver. It has the W62 package. Unfortunately the only damage to the car is to the front ground effects. Been trying to source a good used one, not that many made so i haven’t had much luck. The RPO sticker and the build sheet (found it completely by chance under the driver’s seat!) show its a WY5 car. I’ve researched this and there isn’t much on it. Apparently it’s the performance suspension package without the posi or rear disc brakes. Am I correct? BTW, it’s great being back in a third gen!
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We require pictures!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome back!
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Congrats on the purchase! IMO 84 T/A look the best of the generation
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Congrats on the purchase! IMO 84 T/A look the best of the generation
i agree - but i'm biased!

what front ground effects are broken? does it have a full front ground effect or just the flairs in front of the wheels? i might be able to help if it's the flair type.
also - PICS PLEASE!
Old 07-19-2019, 01:47 PM
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Congrats on the purchase! IMO 84 T/A look the best of the generation
Thanks! Here are some pics. The interior is nearly mint, just the headliner has begun to sag. The original owner brought the car and next day had custom sheepskin covers made and they were on the car until I removed them a couple weeks ago! Also had a dash cover since new.


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Old 07-19-2019, 01:51 PM
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i agree - but i'm biased!

what front ground effects are broken? does it have a full front ground effect or just the flairs in front of the wheels? i might be able to help if it's the flair type.
also - PICS PLEASE!
Thank you! Here is the broken piece. Thirdgenranch Denny said he has one. I was going to order it, but he stopped responding to my emails

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Very nice!
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i agree - but i'm biased!

what front ground effects are broken? does it have a full front ground effect or just the flairs in front of the wheels? i might be able to help if it's the flair type.
also - PICS PLEASE!
Your car looks sharp with the gold lace rims!
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Very nice!
Thanks Mike, do you still have the 79TA? I had an 80 with the 305, should never had sold it! Really miss that one
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We require pictures!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome back!
Originally Posted by T.L.
Congratulations. Post some pics!
Thank you!
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Thanks Mike, do you still have the 79TA? I had an 80 with the 305, should never had sold it! Really miss that one

Yes, I still have it! Drove it around town today, running errands. It sure gets lots of positive attention, even though it's original paint, is weak .
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Yes, I still have it! Drove it around town today, running errands. It sure gets lots of positive attention, even though it's original paint, is weak .
Nice!
Old 07-19-2019, 08:17 PM
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That's a nice car. I LIKE it. I'm partial to hardtops. I've always liked those wheels too..
Nice score...
THanks T.L. It’s in great shape for having 103,000 miles!
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Re: My new to me 1984 Trans Am

Good looking T/A! That interior does look really nice.
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Good looking T/A! That interior does look really nice.
Thanks. I’m surprised, I was unsure of the brown, but am really enjoying the color. Very unique.
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