Pontiac Trans AM GTA
Arguably, the Trans AM was the best version of the third-generation Pontiac’s F-body. It was introduced in 1987 and was the top-of-the-range Firebird on offer. The package was available until 1992 and produced in relatively limited numbers. The secret weapons of the GTA were the engine and WS6 handling package. The engine was 350 V8 with 210 HP in early models and up to 245 HP in later versions.
The rumor was that the engine was the same as in the Corvette since it used the same TPI fuel injection system and displacement, but that wasn’t the case. Corvette used aluminum heads, while Pontiac used iron cast ones. The WS6 package offered unmatched road holding and braking capabilities. It consisted of four disc brakes, stiffer suspension, more robust sway bars, unique wheels, and performance tires (via Silodrome).