1970 Pontiac Trans Am by Riley Stair

1970 Pontiac Trans Am by Riley Stair

Riley Stair's 1970 Pontiac Trans Am is a masterpiece of engineering and design, featuring a custom-built tube chassis and an impressive 1000HP naturally aspirated LSX Dart engine. Designed for vintage Trans Am racing aesthetics with modern mechanics, the car sports an elaborate stainless steel exhaust and sits extremely low, showcasing its dramatic stance and race-ready modifications. Riley Stair's 1970 Pontiac Trans Am, showcased at SEMA 2018, features wide rear arches and a low-slung stance. With protective XPEL treatment, its Ermine White finish remains pristine, ready for regular track use. Riley Stair's 1970 Pontiac Trans Am, showcased at SEMA 2018, features a custom-built TIG-welded DOM tube chassis and an LS-based Chevy small block engine producing over 1000 horsepower. Its wide stance, metal flares, and hand-shaped air dam create a striking presence, complemented by 3-piece Panasports and Hoosier slicks. Riley Stair is a renowned builder and fabricator known for his extraordinary 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, which has made waves in the aftermarket industry. The Trans Am earned first place in the 2020 Hot Wheels Legends Tour and was a standout at the 2021 Pit+Paddock SEMA display. Stair's passion for automotive innovation led him to establish RS Motorsport, a business dedicated to crafting high-performance race cars. This particular Trans Am serves not only as a testament to his technical prowess but also as a dynamic track toy, frequently seen at Global Time Attack events. The car features an evolution of design with a focus on crafting an ideal balance between performance and aesthetics. Stair's commitment to race car fabrication and performance enhancement continues to push the boundaries of what the Trans Am can achieve on the track.

Builder:
Riley Stair
Location:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Price sold:
-
Power:
1,000 hp
Weight:
-
Engine:
400-cubic inch LSX Dart LSNext2 iron blockLS-based Chevy small blockover 1000 horsepower10,000 RPMmethanol fuel
Wheels:
Panasport C8-16 16x12 square3-piece Panasports
Suspension:
Custom independent rear suspension with PSI-built Ohlins TTX36-double adjustable coiloversindependent front and rear suspensionOhlins coilovers
Body:
-
Paint / Wrap:
XPEL Ultimate Plus paint protection film
Other Mods:
Vibrant Performance stainless steel 8-to-1 header and exhaustWinters quick-change differentialHolley Dominator ECUAP racing calipersQuartermaster clutchTEX T101A 4-speed straight-cut dogboxXPEL Ultimate Plus paint protection filmcustom-built TIG-welded DOM tube chassishand-build 8-to-1 collector headersside-exit exhausthand-shaped aluminum air dam
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