Vehicle Description
Few will argue that the 1967 Pontiac GTO is not a gorgeous car.
Even among GTO fans, the '67 stands out as a high water mark in
terms of styling. This matching-numbers 4-speed hardtop has been
beautifully restored and offers several desirable options and
upgrades that earn it a spot on most enthusiasts' short list of
cars to own before they die.
Originally code R, Regimental Red, the restorer wisely chose to
keep it that way when the time came for a repaint last year. After
writing an $11,000 check for the paint job, he owned a spectacular
super clean Goat that doesn't bother speaking softly and still
carries a big stick. Paint the most famous muscle car of all bright
red tends to attract attention, but the good news is that it more
than lives up to the scrutiny. With a high-profile color, you need
to get the details right and in that regard this car delivers; from
the laser-straight quarter panels, to the panel gaps, to the
restored trim and badges, this car is all about getting the little
stuff right. Up front the stacked headlights and split grille are
Pontiac trademarks, with wire mesh inserts that recall European
sports cars that inspired the GTO. In back, a re-chromed bumper and
slotted taillights leave no question about the car's identity, even
though Pontiac kept the GTO badges subtle. Heck, there's not even a
vinyl roof to make this one jump out at you, and for many of us,
that slick, uncluttered look is insanely appealing.
The black interior is an excellent choice when contrasting with the
red exterior, and gives the car a purposeful look that's the
epitome of Pontiac's blend of style and performance. According to
the cowl tag, this is an original bucket seat/console car, and we
believe the interior is almost entirely original. The dash pad is
brand new and the carpets might have been replaced at some point
(they're really nice), and the original door panels are excellent.
Other cool options include the Hurst shifter, wood-rimmed steering
wheel, in-dash tachometer, and a factory AM radio that's augmented
by an under-dash unit and a CD changer in the glove box. The
woodgrain dash appliques are in good condition with no peeling or
fading (they are, after all, just decals), and the deep dish
steering wheel is a perfect representation of the '60s; surely you
already have a pair of string-back driving gloves, right? The trunk
is neat and simple, with a correct mat and full-sized spare with
jack.
The engine is the original, numbers-matching 400 cubic inch V8
which was just rebuilt to stock specs about 200 miles ago. Detailed
with Pontiac Turquoise paint on the block and chrome valve covers,
it keeps a low profile that will satisfy purists but delivers the
kind of punch that even today's drivers will find impressive and a
reproduction air cleaner would really make it shine. Both power
steering and power brakes are part of the package, making this a
very user-friendly Goat that can do it all. The great-sounding
engine feeds a bulletproof 4-speed manual transmission and 10-bolt
rear differential with 3.55 gears and a Saf-T-Track limited slip
inside. Underneath, the floors are in good shape and the cackling
dual exhaust has just the right attitude for the '60s' most famous
muscle car. Pretty factory Rally II wheels always look great, and
the staggered 225/70/14 front and 255/60/15 rear BFG radials give
it a bit of an attitude.
There are plenty of GTOs out there, but not many capture this one's
clean look, potent powerplant, and outstanding pedigree, all
documented with the proper PHS papers, Protect-O-Plate, receipts,
and books. Call today!