Vehicle Description
What do you get when you take the GTO and turn it up to 11? Maybe
something like this 1966 Pontiac GTO hardtop. It packs a
fuel-injected 389 V8, a gorgeous interior, and the right hardware
to make it very fast but totally streetable. If you like the idea
of a GTO that takes no prisoners, this incredible restomod won't
disappoint.
The Hyper Blue Metallic paint is bright and beautifully applied,
but at a quick glance, there's nothing to tip you off that this car
is anything but a garden-variety Goat. There's no mistaking the GTO
DNA at work here, from the stacked headlights and mesh grilles to
the beautiful Coke-bottle shape, and yes indeed this is a real code
42 GTO, so the badges are just where they should be. The paint is
indeed worthy of scrutiny, a beautiful finish that's deep and
lustrous and is exactly the right color to grab everyone's
attention as you cruise into the show. There are plenty of
OEM-grade details, ranging from the modest hood scoop to the mesh
grille inserts and handsome taillights out back. All the factory
chrome and stainless trim remains intact, so it has a very correct
look and if it wasn't for those slick aftermarket wheels, it would
be easy to mistake for a purely stock GTO.
The beautiful black bucket seat interior has a factory feel, but at
the same time, it was obviously built for the street. TMI provided
the elegant seat covers and door panel material, featuring a
high-end black vinyl, chrome accent rings, and suede inserts, all
held together with blue stitching that matches the exterior. All
the soft parts are new, custom wrapped dash and plush carpets
included, so it looks right, and there's a proper 3-spoke steering
wheel that's a subtle update on the original-issue. Back-lit Dakota
Digital gauges replace the original dials and give a better view of
the upgraded engine, all fully-functional and very pleasing to the
eye. But make no mistake, this is a street car, so it also has cold
A/C, an AutoSound retro stereo system that is iPod compatible,
power 4-wheel disc brakes and power steering, so it's easy to drive
for anyone. You'll note the Hurst shifter poking out of the floor
board, as it's been tasked to work with the Muncie M21 4-speed
manual transmission that lives underneath. The trunk is tidy with a
rubber mat and plenty of room so you can feel free to hit the long
road with this Poncho.
The hardware is what truly makes this car special, and the
fuel-injected date code correct 389/335HP V8 under the hood is
extremely impressive. Thanks to the FiTech system and Edelbrock
intake on the block the engine snaps to attention with ease and is
very responsive through the throttle. Everything is detailed
nicely, from the finned valve covers to the chrome A/C compressor,
and to the chrome power brake system and big shiny aluminum
radiator keeping everything cool. The transmission is a Muncie M21
4-speed manual linked to a 10-bolt rear end spinning
highway-friendly 3.36 gears. Stock manifolds feed a trick
Flowmaster-style exhaust system with an H-pipe, giving this GTO a
very unique voice. It runs and drives beautifully, with great road
manners and surprisingly good fuel economy thanks to the efficient
389 motor. 20-inch Ridler wheels add a modern look and carry
225/50/17 front and 245/35/15 rear performance radials.
This is modern performance packaged as a vintage car, and thanks to
the wonders of fuel injection, you'll be shocked by how well it
works. Better still, it's all wrapped in bright blue bodywork that
will make everyone stop and stare. With a restoration just
completed in 2018, this Goat is just starting to show off. Call
today!