VIN:
237375P15914
In the early '60s, Pontiac's marketing team decided to answer GM's self-imposed ban on racing by emphasizing heavily on street performance. At the time, Pontiac's Chief marketing manager revealed that the GTO involved transforming your average Pontiac Tempest into a sports car with a lot more power to appeal to clients with a need for speed. The first-generation GTO is credited for putting muscle cars on the map, and in 1968, the GTO was selected as the Motor Trend Car Of The Year for 1968. This 1965 GTO coupe resides in Texas and is up for sale with less than 2000 miles on its recently redone motor.
The '65 model was restyled, adding around 3 inches to the car's length and about 45kg to the overall weight. Pontiac retained its iconic vertically-stacked headlights that sat at the edge of the split grille. The restyled model, such as our subject car, also got a simulated hood scoop. This specific example was repainted white with new brakes that have recently been installed, along with a set of tires with just 4000 miles on them. The black leather interior looks to be well kept, with the dash panel boasting wooden and chrome accents, classic traits of a vintage muscle car. The interior also has a Vintage A/C unit and a CD player with FM/AM radio.
Pontiac revised its 389ci engine, giving it new cylinder heads with re-cored intake passages and high rise intake manifolds, which improved airflow to the engine. This recently redone motor is a 6.4L V8 with an electric exhaust switch and a heavy-duty radiator and fans for maximized cooling. As standard, it produces 335hp at 5000rpm via a 4-speed standard manual Hurst shifter.
The Pontiac GTO is an excellent case study in how to use innovative thinking to circumvent seemingly pointless Management decisions. You see, in 1963, General Motors banned their divisions from competing in racing. However, the people who actually designed and developed the cars weren’t pleased. After all, this was their opportunity to really make an impact, and it was being taken away. So, they decided that if factory-backed racing wasn’t allowed, why not give customers a near-racing machine to race themselves? After all, once a customer buys a car, it’s their right to do with it as they please. Three prolific gents, namely John Z. DeLorean, Bill Collins and Russ Gee worked on the GTO. The name was inspired by the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO, and the first generation of GTO hit the streets in 1964. Fearsome and well-received, Pontiac decided to follow up in 1968 with the second generation. Sporting a curvier and more streamlined body, the second-generation GTO built up on the performance persona even further. Today, we’ve got a nice 1968 Pontiac GTO that’s covered less than 23,000 miles and is up for sale in Westminster, Massachusetts. It’s a great classic car to own and drive, and one that can still shred tires at will.
The seller presents this 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible, an iconic American muscle car with a rebuilt 400ci V8 engine and an automatic transmission. This classic GTO is finished in Springmist Green, paired with a black vinyl interior, creating a timeless and aggressive look. According to the seller, this GTO features flip-up headlights, air conditioning, and an updated aftermarket exhaust and tune. With all maintenance up to date, this vintage muscle car offers a blend of performance and comfort for enthusiasts looking to enjoy a piece of automotive history.
Well regarded as one of the most fearsome muscle cars of the ʼ60s, a classic Pontiac GTO is a highly desirable automobile these days. You’ll find previous owners, those who have aspired to own one, and those who weren’t even conceived during its heyday all lusting for a GTO. That’s because the GTO has cemented a reputation as being a giant-killer. This particular 1968 Pontiac GTO Restomod is one pleasant way to honor the GTO’s legacy, as it’s true to the original in many ways, but also packs some neat performance enhancements to make it drive even sweeter. The car comes to you from Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, having covered 89,000 miles so far.
Pontiac’s Firebird was well-known for many reasons. It starred as the hero car in Smokey and the Bandit during its second generation. When it entered the third generation in 1982, the Firebird gained new levels of fame as Knight Rider’s KITT, as well as his evil twin KARR. But did you know that the Firebird has always been the sister car of the Camaro? The answer to Ford’s Mustang, GM introduced the Firebird and Camaro in 1967 to fight in the pony car space. Firebirds were made across four generations until 2002. Today, we’ve got a nice third-generation 1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA for sale in West Columbia, Texas. Yes, it’s the ‘Knight Rider’ model, albeit it isn’t black and doesn’t sport a sweeping red scanner bar. However, it is a high performance variant which was really sought after in its heyday. Today, this 159,164-mile car makes for a great practical classic that you can drive and display alike.
Pontiac’s Firebird, widely known as one of the most iconic pony cars ever to grace the silver screen, breathed its last breath by the end of 2002. Yes, Pontiac officially axed the Firebird nameplate after more than three decades of performance heritage, and the brand itself would be shelved by General Motors several years later. Famous for its starring roles in Smokey and the Bandit and Knight Rider, the Firebird remains one of the most recognizable American muscle cars in history. If you’re a Firebird fan, take a close look at this fourth-generation 2000 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SLP Firehawk, now offered for sale in Carlsbad, New Mexico. With just over 28,000 miles on the odometer, this example stands out not just for its mileage, but for what it represents — a rare, factory-authorized performance upgrade by SLP Engineering (Street Legal Performance).
Another one of those classic nameplates that your grandparents might fondly remember, the Pontiac Laurentian is a fine example of Fifties American motoring for the masses. Today, it’s a great choice for the budding classic car collector who wants to enter the world of American classics with something iconic. That’s why we’re proud to offer this 1957 Pontiac Laurentian for sale in Trout Lake, Washington. In fact, this is a rare Canadian manufactured example, being one of only approximately 400 built! Furthermore, the car has enjoyed a total frame up restoration done by the Dragon's Car Club of Saskatoon, boasting upgraded components to make it more pleasant to drive regardless of weather and traffic conditions. Interestingly, the car was even raffled as a fund raiser for charity. So, without further ado, let’s learn even more about it.
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