Video: New Trans Am makes an entrance in Dayton

Of all the models that Pontiac sold over the years, the Firebird was arguably the most loved. Though it was little more than a Camaro with different badges and bumpers, many liked the distinct look.

It's no surprise then that the Firebird is destined to live on even though Pontiac is now dead. Kevin Morgan's Phoenix TA is going to keep doing what GM wouldn't do, and that's make the car available for the buying public.

Here at the 25th Anniversary Trans Am Nationals in Dayton, Ohio, the very first "new" Firebird was driven off a trailer for hundreds of screaming fans. The car is fittingly painted up in a classic gold and black scheme.