Vehicle Description
1972 Pontiac Trans Am 455 HO – Lucerne Blue, 4-Speed, Numbers-Matching
This 1972 Pontiac Trans Am represents the pinnacle of early Firebird collectibility. Presented in the highly desirable and hard-to-find Lucerne Blue, this car is a rare 1 of 458 examples built with a manual transmission for the year. It is a fully nut-and-bolt, frame-off restored example powered by its numbers-matching 455 HO engine and backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. As a PHS-documented car with its original invoice and window sticker, this 1972 Trans Am—a model made scarce by a factory strike—is considered one of the most collectible Pontiacs and is restored to a standard that will satisfy the most demanding enthusiast.
Engine & Performance
- Numbers-matching 455 HO V8 engine
- Factory rated at 300 horsepower (SAE net)
- 4-speed manual transmission
- 3.42 limited-slip (Positraction) rear axle
- Correct exhaust system with iconic Trans Am sound
- Power steering and power brakes
Exterior & Body
- Lucerne Blue exterior (Paint Code 26)
- Complete nut-and-bolt, frame-off restoration
- Iconic 1972 Trans Am bodywork with shaker hood
- Correct Trans Am graphics and decals
- Honeycomb wheels with correct trim rings and center caps
- Very few miles since completion of restoration
Interior & Comfort
- Deluxe Black interior (Trim Code 161)
- Custom (Custom) bucket seats
- AM/FM stereo with 8-track tape player
- Rally gauge cluster with tachometer
- Formula steering wheel
- Console with 4-speed shifter and boot
Restoration & Authenticity
- Full frame-off, nut-and-bolt professional restoration
- PHS documentation confirms all original specifications
- Original factory invoice included
- Original window sticker included
- Numbers-matching engine and drivetrain
- Correct date-coded components where applicable
Rarity & Provenance
- Extremely rare 1 of 458 produced with a manual transmission in 1972
- 1972 production was severely limited by a UAW factory strike
- Considered one of the most collectible Pontiac models ever built
- Lucerne Blue is arguably the most desirable early Trans Am color
- 455 HO engine option adds significant desirability
- Complete ownership and build documentation
Features & Equipment
- Power front disc brakes
- Power steering
- Functional shaker hood scoop
- Jack and space-saver spare tire with factory air canister
- Factory correct Honeycomb wheels and tires
- Correct deluxe interior trim throughout
This 1972 Pontiac Trans Am 455 HO is a blue-chip investment-grade classic that checks every box for the serious collector. Its rarity is undeniable—a 4-speed manual car from the strike-limited 1972 model year, finished in the most sought-after color, and documented by PHS from invoice to window sticker. The comprehensive frame-off restoration has returned it to a condition that likely surpasses its original factory finish, while preserving its numbers-matching heart—the legendary 455 HO engine. With its potent powertrain, iconic shaker hood, and stunning Lucerne Blue paint, this Trans Am isn’t just a car; it’s a piece of Pontiac history. It represents the end of the high-compression, high-horsepower era, executed with Pontiac’s unique style and engineering flair, and presented here in arguably its ultimate form.
1 of 458 4-Speed | Numbers-Matching 455 HO | Lucerne Blue | Frame-Off Restored | PHS Docs