2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Convertible Overview

✅ Performance & Powertrain

• Engine: 5.7L LS1 V8 (all-aluminum)

• Horsepower: 325 hp @ 5,200 rpm (WS6 package)

• Torque: 350 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm

• 0–60 mph: ~5.0 seconds

• Quarter Mile: ~13.4 seconds

• Top Speed: ~160 mph (electronically limited)

• Transmission:

  • 6-speed manual (T56 Borg-Warner)

  • 4-speed automatic (4L60-E)

🛠 WS6 Ram Air Performance Package (RPO code WS6)

This package upgraded the Trans Am with:

• Functional Ram Air hood with twin nostrils

• High-flow air intake

• Performance-tuned suspension

• Larger sway bars

• 17-inch polished aluminum wheels

• 275/40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1 tires

• Dual-outlet exhaust (low restriction)

• WS6 badging

🚗 Convertible-Specific Features

• Power soft top

• Additional chassis bracing for rigidity

• Slightly heavier than the coupe (~3,700 lbs curb weight)

• Rear seat space and trunk space are both limited due to top mechanism

🎨 Exterior & Interior

• Exterior Colors (some): Black, Bright Red, Navy Blue Metallic, Pewter Metallic, White

• Interior Options: Ebony, Taupe, Pewter

• T/A styling: Pop-up headlights, aggressive nose cone, integrated rear spoiler

🏁 Production & Rarity

• Total 2002 Firebirds built: ~30,690

• Total Trans Ams (all trims): ~15,000

• WS6 Convertibles: Estimated ~2,000–2,500 units

• Final year of Trans Am production (Pontiac ended the F-body in 2002)

💰 Current Value (as of 2024–2025)

• Good condition: $20,000–$30,000

• Excellent, low mileage (under 30k): $35,000+

• Collector-grade / showroom: $45,000+

🏆 Why It’s Special

• Final year of the iconic Trans Am

• LS1 engine shares lineage with Corvette

• Limited production WS6 Convertible makes it a sought-after collector's muscle car

• Still modern-feeling in performance and driving dynamics