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Smokey and the Bandit Driving Experiences

The 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit is one of the most iconic American films of its era. Initially performing poorly on general release, the film went on to achieve monumental success, and one of the beneficiaries of that success was the infamous Ford Trans Am Pontiac! This vehicle quickly became one of the most trendy and desirable cars in the states after the film's success, jumping an extraordinary 25,000 sales from 1977 - 1978!This is mainly due to it’s fantastic performance, beautiful exterior and fashionable interior. This classic muscle icon is now available to drive on a range of experiences, so waste no time and book your time behind the wheel of a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am for an unforgettable driving day out with DrivingExperience.com.
Smokey and the Bandit Driving Experiences
Type:
Muscle
BHP:
150
Max Speed:
125
0 - 60mph:
unknown
0 - 100mph:
0
Engine Size:
5-litre V8
Doors:
2
Weight:
1438kg
Torque:
324 Nm (239 lbft/33 kgm) at 2200 rpm

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Information About Smokey and The Bandit

The 1977 Pontiac Bandit Trans Am used in the film was actually a 1976 model with the front of a 1977 model. It produces an absolutely staggering 180 bhp and has a 6.6 litre engine to provide that blistering statistic. The Firebird special edition model was enhanced to reach closer to 220 bhp with an improved air filter.

The car was almost scrapped altogether after the boom of muscle cars was seemingly over, however Smokey and the Bandit really did reignite the passion for American muscle vehicles, and generated an enormous buzz and in turn mass sales.

The convertible version really does capture exactly what American Muscle vehicles are all about. It’s sleek, yet aggressive design, matched with an incredible engine creates the iconic sounds that have become profound with the vehicle category.

The Pontiac Firebird model is one of the last standing true classic American Muscle Cars in existence, and it’s the ultimate driving experience for anyone passionate about these fantastic vehicles, so book today for a once in a lifetime experience.

Cool Facts About the Pontiac Bandit

The debut of the movie resulted in such high sales that Pontiac actually delayed releasing the third variation of the car, due to the heightened success of the current models at the time. 

Burt Reynolds, the actor that drove the vehicle, actually had one purposely built to resemble the car in the film, which then went on to sell for over $350,000! 

The last remaining Smokey and the Bandit car is owned by car collector John Staluppi, and is estimated to be worth over $550,000. 

Smokey and the Bandit Test Drive

Book a test drive on a track day in the Smokey and the Bandit and experience everything this car is capable of.

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