Vehicle Description
Here's one classic muscle car that's sure to make an immediate
impression. With its unusually high impact exterior color, this
1968 Pontiac GTO convertible looks like it's been transported
directly from the past to provide miles and miles of driving
excitement for its next lucky owner. Its magnetic look both inside
and out combines with a smooth-running drivetrain that's benefited
from some well-chosen add-ons to provide plenty of dependable
performance.
Pearl white paint draped over its exterior turns the dial for curb
appeal up to 11 - this Pontiac classic isn't going to get lost in
the crowd anytime soon. The paint is looking strong - it's
obviously well-applied and the pearl it contains really adds depth.
As a '68, it heralded the arrival of the second generation of GTOs
- a model that had already endeared itself to American muscle car
aficionados, making it all the more important that Pontiac got
their restyling efforts right. Its gently sloping rear roofline
gives a semi-fastback appearance and a wheelbase a half-foot
shorter than its preceding generation as well as a lower profile,
were obvious nods to those putting a high premium on inspired
handling. You'll notice a few signature styling features on display
here - the body-colored "Endura" front bumper, a pair of subtly
shaped hood scoops and a hood mounted tach which, while it will
need a bit of attention to get back online, is a fine example '60s
era automotive cool. The matching white convertible top is in great
shape, rising into position smoothly and even featuring a nice,
clear plastic rear window.
White interiors look great when they're well-protected and treated
with respect, but cut a less impressive appearance when that isn't
the case. The environment inside the doors of this Pontiac
certainly falls into the former category. It really looks sharp.
The white covers on the front buckets and rear bench seats still
fit snugly and don't show much wear and the matching door panels to
each side show the same condition as they cling firmly to their
steel frames. Between the buckets sits a center console whose new
look suggests it was likely recently replaced as it positions a
white-balled Hurst manual shifter in perfect position for putting
this classic muscle car through its paces. Up front, the dash area
is another strong feature, with easily readable factory gauges in
its cluster, fresh woodgrain accents and a clean dash pad free of
any cracking across its top. The matching power white convertible
stands by to protect you from the elements and it, too, is in good
shape - it's even sporting a clear plastic rear window.
The period-correct 400 cubic inch V8 holding court under the hood
was already plenty strong in its natural state, producing 360
horsepower in factory trim, and it's received some great upgrades
to up its power game even further - including an Edelbrock intake
manifold, an MSD fuel injection system to provide both
adjustability and dependable all-weather performance, as well as an
MSD electronic ignition to maximize available spark. This classic
pulls with conviction and its 4-speed manual transmission provides
a compelling hands-on driving experience. Power steering makes for
easy navigation, while power brakes at all four corner - with discs
up front - bring fade resistant stops. This unusually eye-catching
vintage Pontiac rolls on a set of 15" chrome torque thrust wheels
outfitted with BF Goodrich T/A radials while the undercarriage
carries the natural patina you'd expect from a half century of life
but looks reassuringly sturdy.
With an appearance that's sure to turn heads and ample power
lurking under its hood, this 1968 Pontiac GTO convertible is one
very rare find. Call today!