Vehicle Description
If you're going to build a tribute car, why not build the most
iconic muscle car of all time: the Pontiac GTO Judge. By taking a
1970 Lemans hardtop and giving it a burly 400 cubic inch V8, iconic
Judge colors and graphics, and a host of choice options, this car
is instantly transformed into the must-have muscle car from the
peak of the era.
We love tribute cars simply because they're guilt-free ways to have
some fun and most folks will never know the difference. This
Carousel Red GTO Judge tribute will certainly generate a lot of
attention at shows (and on the street, for that matter) and with
that in mind, they really paid attention to the little stuff.
During the makeover, getting the bodywork straight was a priority,
so it looks very good today. The finish looks to be exactly the
right color, and although it's a driver it's still deep and glossy
- the perfect background for the Judge stripes and logos. And if
you want accuracy, check out the Ram Air hood, the hood-mounted
tachometer, the color-matched urethane bumpers, and the big wing
out back, all of which add to the Judge's performance look. It's
also got a GTO badge in the correct spot in the grille, those cool
Pontiac performance fog lights, and a black vinyl top that makes
this clone look more like a grown-up. There's also enough stainless
trim to keep it from being orange overload, including the
off-setting rocker panel trim. You won't be sneaking around in this
Poncho!
Looking at the all-black interior, it's hard to believe this isn't
the genuine article. Thanks to careful maintenance and excellent
workmanship, the bucket seats still look very nice and remain
supportive enough for long-distance driving, showing only minor
signs of use. There's also a center console with a factory
'His-and-Hers' shifter sticking out of it, perfect for the GTO
performance vibe and the original dash is in great shape with
exciting new digital gauges (plus a hood tach!) that keep an eye on
the 400 V8. That three-spoke steering wheel is similar to the
original, but the smaller diameter and fatter wooden rim give it
away, although we don't think anyone will complain. The plush black
carpets were recently replaced, the headliner is taught, door
panels are GTO-spec and very tidy, while out back the trunk is
nicely finished with a black mat and a full-sized spare.
The engine is a 400 cubic inch V8, that's running great and is
perfectly suited for the Judge's personality. Up top there's an
aluminum intake manifold and 4-barrel carburetor and the internals
feel very performance oriented, so it's a great runner up and down
the throttle. It looks very clean under the hood with M/T valve
covers, an original-style Ram Air air cleaner, and Pontiac
Turquoise paint on the block itself, and it's fitted with desirable
upgrades like power steering and power front disc brakes, making it
simple to drive. The TH350 3-speed automatic transmission was
recently rebuilt and snaps through the gears smoothly and
competently and with Flowmaster mufflers, you'll relish the
soundtrack at every shift. The undercarriage is in good order and
US Mag 'Old Style' wheels give this Judge tribute just the right
look, especially with staggered 245/60/15 front and 275/60/15 rear
Mickey Thompson radials.
A very nicely done tribute car that gets all the major things
exactly right: high impact visuals, a burly V8, great options, and
a reasonable price. Isn't that what muscle cars were all about?
Call today!
