Supercharged Pontiac Trans Am Tribute Chevy Truck Will Set Your Pants On Fire
With only 300 miles, this truck is a pristine, high-performance homage to Smokey and the Bandit
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The truck’s 5.3-liter supercharged V8 pumps out an impressive 707 hp and 641 lb-ft.
Saleen installed several forged carbon parts, including a front splitter and rear lip spoiler.
A set of aftermarket 22-inch wheels with sticky Continental tires have also been fitted.
One of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500s built as a tribute to the legendary Pontiac Trans Am from Smokey and the Bandit is about to hit the auction block. This unique, over-the-top interpretation of America’s second favorite (sorry GM) pickup truck was crafted through a collaboration between Saleen and Legendary Concepts, making its debut at the SEMA Show in 2021.
This wild Silverado, which would probably serve as the perfect daily driver for Dominic Torreto in the Fast and Furious, is number 22 of the Bandits built. It’s barely broken in, with just 300 miles (482 km) on the clock. And yes, it absolutely means business under the hood.
Fitted with a supercharged 5.3-liter V8 and paired with a Magnaflow exhaust system, this screaming, oversized chicken cranks out 707 hp and 641 lb-ft (869 Nm) of torque, more than enough to make it a serious competitor to the likes of the Ram 1500 TRX and Ford F-150 Raptor R.
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However, it’s the design of the Bandit that really commands attention. Whereas the Ram and Ford are punchy off-roaders, Saleen and Legendary Concepts focused on on-road performance, lowering the ride height with new suspension. The front adopts a distinctive fascia with a pronounced splitter that’s been perfectly complemented with new side skirts.
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The Bandit’s 22-inch wheels, wrapped in massive 325-section Continental PremiumContact 6 tires, help keep all that power firmly planted on the pavement. There’s also a slew of forged carbon components, including the side skirts, a tonneau cover, and a carbon lip spoiler, not to mention a rear diffuser to finish off the look. A handful of gold accents add some flair, just in case you weren’t already sold on how eye-catching this truck is.
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Modifications continue into the cabin. The seats have been re-upholstered in a combination of leather and Alcantara, while forged carbon accents and ‘Bandit Truck’ branding throughout ensure that you’re constantly reminded of the truck’s roots. And because no tribute vehicle is complete without a little touch of star power, it even comes with a plaque featuring a replica of Burt Reynolds’ signature.
This Silverado Bandit is now up for auction at Mecum, so if you’ve got deep enough pockets—or just a serious love for Smokey and the Bandit—head over here and see if you can snag this one-of-a-kind tribute.
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