1966 Pontiac Tempest Wagon GTO

1971 YC Code 455ci V8 | 5-Speed Manual | Tri-Power Carburetor Setup

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23075115

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
233356B140115
Lot Number:
23075115
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
70,409 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1971 YC Code 455ci 518 HP
Drive Type:
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
WHITE
Interior Color:
GOLD
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New York
  • 1966 Model Year Pontiac GTO Wagon
  • Automatic
  • 455ci V8

Overview of 1966 Pontiac Tempest Wagon GTO For Sale by Owner

In the mid-1960s, when Pontiac introduced the GTO nameplate, it revolutionized the concept of high-performance cars accessible to everyday people. Everyone aspired to experience the thrill of owning a nearly racecar-like vehicle right in their own driveway. This Pontiac Tempest wagon, originally a family car, exemplifies this trend. Through a skillful transformation it now exudes the distinctive Pontiac GTO charisma. The metamorphosis includes the installation of a robust 455ci V8 engine equipped with a tri-power setup, accompanied by a 5-speed manual transmission. This alteration has effectively turned what was once a simple grocery hauler into an exhilarating hot rod GTO tribute. Remarkably, with just 70,409 miles on the odometer, this classic muscle car, infused with nostalgia, is poised for its new owner's immediate enjoyment.

Exterior and Interior

This 1966 Pontiac Tempest Safari Wagon GTO boasts a clean white exterior, allowing the generous chrome accents on the body to shine. Notable chrome elements include the front and rear bumpers, side-exit tailpipes, and the hubcaps of the yellow-painted wheels. The car features various badges, including GTO Wagon, Hurst, and the iconic Pontiac shield. Additional eye-catching details include quad headlamps up front and an aftermarket rear spoiler. Stepping into the cabin of this 1966 Pontiac Tempest Safari Wagon GTO, you'll immediately appreciate its spaciousness. The seats are upholstered in what appears to be a gold-colored vinyl, providing comfortable seating for up to five passengers. The cabin is equipped with five lap belts for enhanced safety. Creature comforts include a push-button radio paired with a separate tape player, as well as a ventilation system. Notably, two aftermarket Bose speakers have been added to the rear of the car. The driver's grip finds a steering wheel with a gold rim, and a highly desirable hood-mounted tachometer complements the setup, providing insight into the RPM of the potent V8 engine under the hood as it winds up. Given its wagon design, the car offers ample space for luggage, making it a versatile option for memorable road trips.

Engine

Now, onto the truly captivating aspects. This 1966 Pontiac GTO Safari Wagon boasts a commanding 455ci V8 engine under its hood, unleashing a formidable 518 horsepower. Adding to the excitement, the power is harnessed through a manual transmission, offering you the pleasure of channeling all that energy to the rear wheels according to your preferences. While examining the exterior and interior badges and decals, it becomes apparent that this car was initially equipped with a factory four-speed transmission. However, it has been thoughtfully upgraded to a Hurst five-speed gearbox. Regardless of the transmission choice, exhilarating driving experiences are guaranteed with this exceptional vehicle.

Walk-around Video of this Pontiac Tempest

Passenger side photo of 1966 Pontiac Tempest

1966 Pontiac Tempest GTO Tribute

Current Ask
SOLD

The 1966 Pontiac Tempest GTO Tribute car is a remarkable piece of automotive history that pays homage to the legendary Pontiac GTO. In the mid-1960s, Pontiac was on a mission to create a high-performance muscle car that would capture the hearts of American car enthusiasts. The result was the original GTO, which debuted in 1964 and quickly became an icon of the era. The GTO Tribute, introduced in 1966, was essentially a Pontiac Tempest with various GTO-inspired enhancements, distinctive styling cues, and performance-oriented features. This allowed buyers to experience the thrill of a GTO without the premium price tag, making it a popular choice among muscle car enthusiasts. This unique blend of affordability and performance solidified the GTO Tribute's place in the annals of automotive history as a symbol of the muscle car era's heyday. Today, these cars are well sought after, and to announce that we have such a beautiful example on sale is an honor.

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Passenger side photo of 1966 Pontiac Tempest

1966 Pontiac Tempest Wagon GTO

Current Ask
SOLD

In the mid-1960s, when Pontiac introduced the GTO nameplate, it revolutionized the concept of high-performance cars accessible to everyday people. Everyone aspired to experience the thrill of owning a nearly racecar-like vehicle right in their own driveway. This Pontiac Tempest wagon, originally a family car, exemplifies this trend. Through a skillful transformation it now exudes the distinctive Pontiac GTO charisma. The metamorphosis includes the installation of a robust 455ci V8 engine equipped with a tri-power setup, accompanied by a 5-speed manual transmission. This alteration has effectively turned what was once a simple grocery hauler into an exhilarating hot rod GTO tribute. Remarkably, with just 70,409 miles on the odometer, this classic muscle car, infused with nostalgia, is poised for its new owner's immediate enjoyment.

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Passenger side photo of 1992 Pontiac Firebird

1992 Pontiac Firebird Formula

Current Ask
$29,900

This 1992 Pontiac Firebird Formula takes the familiar third-generation F-body formula and adds a substantial list of performance-oriented upgrades beneath the surface. Showing approximately 178,966 miles, the current owner reports approximately 1,000 miles on the current engine build. Power comes from a 5.7L naturally aspirated small-block V8 paired with a 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The build is highlighted by Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection, an aftermarket intake manifold and exhaust headers, upgraded fuel delivery, and a Mishimoto cooling system. Removable T-top roof panels add another layer of classic Firebird appeal, making this an enthusiast-focused example with unmistakable early-'90s styling and a substantially reworked V8 powertrain.

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Passenger side photo of 1967 Pontiac GTO

1967 Pontiac GTO

Current Ask
$55,000

The 1967 Pontiac GTO is one of those cars that needs very little introduction. By the late 1960s, the GTO name had already become synonymous with big-displacement V8 power, bold styling, and the kind of straightforward performance that helped shape the muscle-car era. Showing approximately 62,464 miles, this example brings that formula together with a 400ci V8, three-speed automatic transmission, Linden Green Metallic paintwork, a Black Cordova vinyl top, and a black vinyl bench-seat interior. Its character is further sharpened by aftermarket wheels, redline radial tires, an aluminum radiator, and a number of chrome engine-bay accents that give the car a tasteful enthusiast-oriented presentation.

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2005 Pontiac Grand Am GT

Current Ask
$24,999

The 2005 Pontiac Grand Am GT Coupe represents the final year of a nameplate that spent decades as one of Pontiac’s more accessible performance-oriented offerings. This one-owner example shows approximately 85,167 miles and is powered by a 3.4L naturally aspirated V6 paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Graystone Metallic over a Dark Pewter interior, it is equipped with the GT Preferred Equipment Group along with the SC/T Appearance Package and GT Solid Value Appearance Package. The combination of the SC/T composite performance hood, rear aero wing spoiler, power sunroof, and chrome-tech aluminum wheels gives this Grand Am a more distinctive look than the standard GT.

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