[Steve Barcak]

Originally Posted by Hoodshaker

My understanding is that the Y88 got the "5 shades" bird that later got introduced across all colors in '79.

Can you tell us what's different between the two decals or post up pictures? Here a page that has a goo run down of all the second gen decals. https://www.hitmantransam.com/Pages/decals.htm

Yes, that is my understanding as well. The yellow parts of the decal on my car ( original ) are outlined in yellow. On the repop decal it is solid yellow. Will post pics. thanks

[Steve Barcak]

I hope these pics can be seen well. I can send larger images through email direct. [email protected]

The repop decal has the yellow as a solid. My car has the yellow as an outline.
Can anyone confirm this?
Does anyone also have an original hood decal on a Y88 to share and show detail?

am not sure what to do. I do not have a lot of option it seems but, was hoping this decal was correct for the application. It seems I have a 79-81 TA decal and not a 78 Y88

anyone know?

[68ragtop]

Originally Posted by Steve Barcak

I hope these pics can be seen well. I can send larger images through email direct. [email protected]

The repop decal has the yellow as a solid. My car has the yellow as an outline.
Can anyone confirm this?
Does anyone also have an original hood decal on a Y88 to share and show detail?

This is a zoomed in picture of my original 78. Not sure if this shows enough detail though? Unfortunately I don't keep the car stored at home or I would take a fresh pic for you. might be able to do that soon though.

[burd]

They made a Y88 version of the Z. the tops are labeled too.

[muscle_collector]

ive never heard that about the z's were they 80 or 81 or both? was there a cowl tag code? how many did they make?

[burd]

I saw one at Dreamcruise last year but I couldn’t catch up to the guy.

What is the Gold paint code for them ?

[burd]

Originally Posted by burd

I saw one at Dreamcruise last year but I couldn’t catch up to the guy.

What is the Gold paint code for them ?

Looks to be #57 Gold Metalic.

[wheels]

Is there a registry for the Y88's to show how many may be left that are actually alive?

[wheels]

Is Bentwheelbob still around? I know he had a Y88 and was very knowledegable about them.

[burd]

We need a y88 forum here. Everything is mixed into a board.
Found 7 yds of GM Lombardy, looking for someone to make me new covers
Also, I recently found a book at a swap that has alot of y88 info and pics in.

[burd]

They are sweet

[68ragtop]

Originally Posted by burd

They are sweet

Even has the mismatched gold bumper cover to fender just like the Y88's

Never knew there was such an animal.

[burd]

Originally Posted by 68ragtop

Even has the mismatched gold bumper cover to fender just like the Y88's

Never knew there was such an animal.

Prob the amount of flex you put in the paint.

[burd]

We need a YEE board instead of a YEE thread.

[78w72]

Never heard of or seen a "Y88" camaro... not that that means much, maybe they are out there but nothing shows up searching the web for them & some sources actually state that Y88 was not available for camaros, it was only a Pontiac TA option. Got any links to a real Y88 camaro? There were obviously gold color camaros like the pic above but doesnt show the T tops. Anyone got a link or pic or source to show a camaro with gold T tops?

"(Y88) available for the Pontiac Trans Am. This package, known as the Special Gold Edition, included a Solar Gold exterior color, gold-colored grille and hood bird, and gold-colored wheels. It was not offered on the Chevrolet Camaro.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Y88 Package: This was a special appearance package for the 1978 Pontiac Trans Am, giving it a distinctive gold theme.
Gold Exterior: The Y88 package included a Solar Gold exterior paint color.
Gold Accents: The package also featured a gold-colored Trans Am hood bird decal, gold-colored grille, and gold-colored wheels (typically snowflake-style).
Not a Camaro Option: The Y88 package was exclusive to the Pontiac Trans Am and was not available on the Chevrolet Camaro.
W72 Engine Option: The Y88 package could be paired with the W72 Pontiac 400 engine, a performance option for the Trans Am.
T-Tops: Many Y88 Trans Ams also came with T-Tops. "

[burd]

Scored a big roll of GM Lombardy for mine, maybe. Re poop stuff looks terrible. Should have enough for a couple of pillows too, lol

Ans a GM Package tray, not the vinyl, guys that use the rattle car crap makes it look all one dipped color.

Key word, y88 version.

[68ragtop]

Originally Posted by burd

Scored a big roll of GM Lombardy for mine, maybe. Re poop stuff looks terrible. Should have enough for a couple of pillows too, lol

I was also lucky enough to find enough original material & just enough to do one set of seats & had them made nearly 20 years ago. They are still in bags and boxed up in my basement. I hope they fit when I get to it. Don't want to rush into anything.

I dont think the repop material looks terrible by any means, Better than worn out originals, but its for sure is easy to spot. Has a velour or suede looking texture to it.

[78w72]

Wheres the Y88 camaros with gold T tops?

[68ragtop]

Good Lord, I just checked a post I made about the covers I had made.
it was 25 years ago. that seems impossible to me,

[78w72]

Key word- diff GOLD top.