Vehicle Description
As a member of the first generation of GTOs, it's considered by
some automotive historians to be the very model that prompted the
muscle car war and has been as strongly linked with asphalt-bound
exploits as perhaps any other car that you can think of, but this
1964 Pontiac GTO's appeal is about far more than history or
folklore. It features an inspired drivetrain that combines premium
and original stock components with well-chosen add-ons, as well as
a great looking appearance both inside and out, and would be an
outstanding acquisition for a true classic car aficionado who also
puts a high premium on the driving experience.
When you first view its grenadier red exterior, you'll likely be
taken with the outstanding balance it strikes - it's actually the
very color this Pontiac rolled out with, but at the same time, it's
got a custom, "stock-plus" vibe to it. In good form, with a great
shine from front to back, its glow is matched in intensity by its
clean, straight chrome trim, as well as the level bumpers both fore
and aft. Step up closer and you'll see how the body contours on
both sides remain impressively even as you trace them along the
entire length of the car - a great sign that all is well with this
venerable Pontiac's alignment. While you really can't match the
sensation of open air motoring on a nice day, with just clouds and
sky above you, in more challenging weather, it's reassuring to know
that the white power convertible top raises into place without
argument to display its unblemished appearance that also includes a
very clear rear plastic window.
The black vinyl interior will beckon you to fire this beauty up and
get out on the road. Fortunately for a car with such an inspired
design, everything remains largely in its stock configuration, with
bucket seats in front and a bench seat in back that are comfortable
and have plenty of life remaining. The few add-ons, including the
wood grain Pontiac steering wheel and trio of aftermarket gauges
sitting at the front of the center console to complement their very
readable stock counterparts in the textured chrome instrument
cluster, only add to the vintage ambience inside. A full-sized
spare appearing to have its entire tread life remaining sits
securely in the spacious trunk, whose unmarred floor and wheel
houses provide evidence that no shifting cargo has been allowed to
roam around in back.
Raise the hood and you'll find one of Pontiac's most heralded
powerplants in the roomy engine bay - a 389 cubic inch V8 featuring
the Tri Power option - a trio of two-barrel Rochester carbs sitting
atop the intake manifold. It's a potent combination, churning out
348 horsepower, and it displays its fine tuning via quick starts,
smooth idle and a great sound. This drivetrain has versatility to
match its power, as the engine is paired with a Tremec 5-speed
transmission known for its power-handling capability and featuring
an overdrive gear for effortless highway cruising. The rear end's
3.55 gears are perfectly suited to the transmission resulting in a
great pairing to afford good off the line acceleration without
driving top end RPMs too high. This American muscle car classic
sits on a set of 15" American Racing Torque Thrust wheels,
outfitted with BF Goodrich TA radials.
If you're looking for a universally revered vintage muscle car
that's also got a premium drivetrain and great curb appeal on its
side, you have to check out this 1964 Pontiac GTO. Call today!