For Sale: 1969 Pontiac GTO in Grand Rapids, Michigan

1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible - 400 V8 - Automatic Transmission - Light Green Over Green Interior - Restored In 1999 Fate intervened cruelly in 1969 as insurance companies weighed in against muscle cars, complaining about accidents and raising rates as a result. Since Pontiac's image was that of a performance brand, it was a big blow. Many consider 1969 as the last golden year for the muscle era. While Pontiac's sales were a little overshadowed by the competitors, the image of the GTO remained indestructible. By that year, Pontiac had developed a two-year restyle cycle. The design was a carryover from the previous year. Both the exterior and the interior remained largely unchanged from 1968. The standard powertrain was also the same 400 cubic inch V8 delivering 350 hp. The economy option was again available at no extra cost, but only with a Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission. Power brakes with front discs were also standard GTO equipment for the year. New for 1969, was also the optional power flow ventilation system. Garage Kept Motors is excited to offer this Limelight Green 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible. This car underwent a cosmetic restoration in 1999 and is showing some light signs of wear and tear around the edges. During the restoration the rear quarter panels were replaced and the correct Limelight Green metallic paint was applied. Overall, the paint presents well with a nice luster. Other exterior features include hideaway headlights, power convertible top and the iconic Pontiac hood tach. Inside the cabin the green interior vinyl upholstery and door panels are in good condition free of any rips or tears and the carpet shows some light signs of sun fade typical of convertibles. The dash features the optional Rally Clock and floor mounted console shifter. The AM radio is still present with a Pioneer AM/FM Tuner with Auxiliary inputs for iPod or phone inputs mounted in the dash glove box. Additional audio speakers have been installed in the front kick panels and rear interior side panels. A set of AutoMeter gauges monitor the oil pressure and coolant temperature. Under the hood sits a 400 V8 and options include power steering and power front disc brakes. An Edelbrock carburetor with electric choke has replaced the factory Rochester Quadrajet. The undercarriage presents as unrestored and all original with solid floorboards. The big V8 is backed by a Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed automatic 400 transfer the power back to the factory Safe-T-Trac with performance 3.55:1 rear gears. The exhaust rumbles nicely through dual exhaust equipped with a set of DynoMax Super Turbo mufflers. Power is put to the pavement via factory Rally II rims wrapped in a set of Firestone Radial tires. This GTO is a great cruiser, ready to hit the main street boulevard or the two lanes with the top down and the wind in your hair. Please call if interested or e-mail with specific questions. Thanks for looking.