Key Facts

• Model: 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Convertible
• Engine: 5.7L LS1 V8
• Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
• Fuel: Petrol
• Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive
• Steering: Left-Hand Drive
• Exterior Colour: Deep Black
• Body Style: Convertible
• Package: Factory WS6 Ram Air
• Production Significance: Final year of Firebird & Trans Am production
• Market Origin: Sold Japan New

Condition

This WS6 Trans Am Convertible presents as a high-integrity, end-of-line muscle car that has been preserved rather than consumed. Finished in Deep Black, it carries a commanding, aggressive presence, perfectly suited to the wide WS6 stance and functional Ram Air hood.The interior remains clean and well kept, showing only honest wear consistent with careful ownership. The convertible top operates correctly, and mechanically the car delivers exactly what collectors and enthusiasts demand: strong LS1 performance, a tight driveline, and a true six-speed manual transmission. The vehicle has recently been thoroughly checked over to confirm mechanical soundness and originality.

Equipment & Features

Japan-new American muscle cars occupy a highly desirable niche in the global collector market. Vehicles sold new in Japan are typically subjected to strict inspection standards, careful servicing, and more conservative use, often resulting in better-preserved examples decades later.This Trans Am was sold new in Japan, then recently hand-picked on location and shipped to our Thailand Free Zone operation, where it has undergone a comprehensive inspection and preparation process. Japan-market cars are especially prized for their condition, originality, and traceable ownership history, all of which support long-term collectability.

Service History

• Factory WS6 Ram Air performance package
• 5.7L LS1 V8 engine
• 6-speed manual transmission
• Performance suspension and braking package
• Functional Ram Air hood scoops
• Leather interior
• Power convertible soft top
• Climate control air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Power windows and mirrors
• Factory WS6 alloy wheelsThe vehicle has been maintained throughout its life in Japan and has received a full inspection at our Thailand Free Zone facility. It is now fully export-ready and available for shipment to any country worldwide. We manage global logistics and documentation, ensuring a smooth international purchase process.

Summary

This is the final, fully evolved expression of the Firebird and Trans Am, and one of the most significant modern American muscle cars ever produced.The 2002 Trans Am WS6 represents the absolute peak of Pontiac performance before production ended. With a naturally aspirated LS1 V8, factory Ram Air induction, rear-wheel drive, and a manual gearbox, it embodies everything that made late-model American muscle great—and everything that has since disappeared.From a collector standpoint, final-year WS6 cars sit at the top of the hierarchy, and convertibles with manual transmissions are among the most sought-after configurations.Production numbers tell the real story.While total Firebird production in 2002 was limited, WS6-equipped cars represented only a small percentage, and within that group, convertibles were produced in significantly lower numbers than coupes. When further narrowed to six-speed manual transmission cars, the pool becomes exceptionally small.This places the 2002 WS6 Convertible Manual among the rarest factory-built fourth-generation Firebirds, particularly in original, unmodified condition. As collectors increasingly focus on:* Final-year production
* Naturally aspirated V8s
* Manual transmissions
* Factory performance packages
* Cars like this Trans Am have moved decisively into blue-chip modern muscle territory.