Scott,
I think they are finally starting to get some recognition, but they were overshadowed by Trans Am mania at the time. I worked at the Parts Dept. of our local Pontiac dealer from Aug. of 1976 to Aug. of 1978 and even in my small town, T/As were the car to have. Couple that with poor build and materials quality, less than exciting engine options, and many were just driven to the end of their usefulness and scrapped.
Personally, I like the 78-80 Grand Prixes (a friend had a Black 80 GP with a tan velour interior and T-tops in the early 80s, I've always wanted a duplicate of that car), and the 78-80 Grand Ams but I think for most people (especially of a certain age) looking to recapture a piece of their youth, and the fact these cars are affordable, handle and brake better and are more fuel efficient, is starting to make them more popular.
-Dave
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