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Burt Reynolds Smokey Trans Am Up for Auction by U.S. Marshals

Fans of Smokey and the Bandit might be interested in where Burt Reynolds’ iconic 1978 Pontiac Trans Am, “Smokey” might have ended up. The memento of that signature silver screen effort is going up for auction in the unlikeliest of places — the U.S. Marshals auction block.

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Up for grabs is a car from Burt Reynolds' personal collection, a 1978 Trans Am hardtop sporting the unforgettable golden firebird splashed across the hood. As you might guess, this ride comes with bucket seats and a customized suspension — and of course, Bandit Run decals everywhere. Despite the auction closing at the end of the day on Saturday, October 26, 59 bids placed on Reynolds' old ride have already driven the price up to $55,025.

(Which might be a bad deal when you consider that the car only has about 3,400 miles on it.)

According to Auto Blog, in an ironic twist of fate which seems to almost pay homage to the outlaw roots celebrated in Smokey and the Bandit, this Trans Am was seized by federal law enforcement officials, having been reclaimed from alleged criminals behind an $800 million investment scheme. The former owners, Jeff and Paulette Carpoff, saw the fleet of vehicles seized from them after being accused of massive fraud — allegedly even managing to hoodwink renowned billionaire Warren Buffett in the process.

While white collar crime may not have the same punch as, say, grand theft auto, stunting, or reckless driving, it certainly explains why this extremely valuable piece of Hollywood Americana is up for auction alongside 148 other high-end rides.

Also up for grabs at this auction? Some Humvees from the 1990s, an ancient and well-preserved 1939 Buick Roadmaster, a 1941 Plymouth Special Delux, and a number of hotrod Mustangs and Camaros from the golden age of American muscle, the 1960s. 

An autograph left behind on the glove box simply reads “Be safe! Burt Reynolds,” a testament to the late actor's sense of humor and humility. Fans of his — and of classic cars in general — looking to scoop up a deal would do well to head down to Woodland, California, this weekend. The U.S. Marshals Auction is to be held at Apple Towing.

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