For Sale: 1967 Pontiac Executive in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1967 Pontiac Executive Hardtop

Wide was the word for Pontiac again in 1967, and Wide-Track was still its phrase. The entire Pontiac division was set to move forward into the future on a broader path. In the case of the new-for-1967 Executive, width met up with length and largesse. Available as a hardtop with either two or four doors, a four-door sedan, and as either a six- or nine-passenger station wagon, the Executive, which was born from the previous Star Chief Executive, was clearly targeted at the Pontiac owner who wanted a full-size car at a compact price. It matched the width and length of the mighty Bonneville, but for less money. In fact, so considerable was its length that its 10-foot wheelbase was overshadowed by nearly 19 feet of car. Dealer literature from 1967 bears out the Executive approach. The car was touted as an example of the engineering and styling departments joining forces in order to prove that a luxurious automobile need not carry a price tag out of reach for the average buyer. Clearly, the concept was proven financially sound, as 46,987 Executives were produced for the 1967 model year alone. And during the next three years that the Executive remained in production, another 116,122 were built.

For consignment, a first year 1967 version of the Executive that represents, in my opinion, one of the nicest design years in the history of this car. With its split front grille, Pontiac "beak" breaking it up, dual stacked headlights, sleek rear with integrated horizontal tail lights and along with a clean interior, this example is a keeper. Purchased by our consignor in 2017 and now sporting a rebuilt engine, PHS documentation, and an undercarriage that has been dry ice blasted, (look up videos of this, it's an amazing process), this big budget minded Pontiac is ready to roll you into Wide Track luxury.

Exterior
A consignor believed original coating of Signet Gold still holds its own covering the big steel panels of this large and in charge cruiser. The panels are mostly straight and the paint is faded but consistently applied, and there is a lot of it to look at. From the side view it appears as a 2 door spaceship with a swept back B pillar, and long, long trunk and hood and inset bumpers in chrome, it could be moving at warp speed. Adding to the spaceship mystique are the slotted and spinner equipped style wheel covers and 225/70R15 raised white letter sidewalls all in nearly new 14-inch format. A stainless rocker trim which covers the bottom from the front well rearward continues on the rear quarters, shows some wear and dings, but adds a nice highlight to the bottom end of this Starship Enterprise. Areas of interest that are truly noteworthy are the wrap-over header panel beak, (a 1 year design), and spaceship style tail panel. As noted earlier, the paint has some dulling but there is no invasive rust and is otherwise looking great for having been around since the big bang!

Interior
Pristine gold door panels made up of tuck and roll vertical ribs and some nice trimming along with chrome window cranks, a split back front bench, and another bench for the back are all in nicely preserved vinyl and make up the passenger compartment. Obviously well cared for and all originalasthe interior does not show much use. A wood applique dash with plenty of chromed highlighting is clean, and all functioning. A factory clock and AM radio are all within the factory stock dash and the top dash is covered with dark greenish gold crack free padded vinyl. A JC Penney add-on A/C unit hangs below the dash and looks period perfect. With the wood applique and thin bezels throughout, along with a gold steering column and clean and gold plastic 3 spoke steering wheel this car is a stunner for the interior. Nice gold carpet covers the floors, and a tight gold headliner floats above. Beam me up Scotty.

Drivetrain
A pop of the large and long hood and we are in the presence of a nicely preserved patina engine bay, within which is a correct XV stamped389ci V8. This potent Poncho powerplant was rebuiltand resealed in 2020 and this includes the cylinder heads being gone through. This light blue block is topped with same colored valve covers, has a black single snout air cleaner and has nice supple shiny rubber hoses, like new wires, and some snazzy blue spark plug wiring showing up showing wrapping around the valve covers. Below the air cleaner is a factory 2-barrel carburetor and strapped to the back is a TH400 3-speed automatic transmission. Power goes rearward to a 10-bolt rear axle. "I'm giving her all she's got, Captain."

Undercarriage
Setting our phasers to stun-ned, the undercarriage is clean and mean with no rust seen thanks in part to a full dry ice blasting, again, you NEED to see this process in action to fully appreciate the work done. All structurally sound underneath, and noted are independent coil springs upfront, and a 4 link with coil springs on the rear to provide the glide ride this car is famous for. Power drum brakes are handed out to all 4 corners, and all is well underneath, including a rust free like new dual Cherrybomb exhaust system.

Drive-Ability
Past history allowed me to step to the front of the test drive line and frankly my sheer girth doesn't hurt in this process either, and I loved every minute of it. I spent much time reminiscing about my misguided youth and my time spent in the rear seat of my parents' Bonneville with my arm candy of the day, but I digress. This one started right up, idled smoothly, and when shifted into gear took off with V8 2-barrel power. It is a large car, and will not carve a curve, but then again it is a cruiser with plenty of cubic inches to romp around in and utilize under the hood. A super smooth ride with only the radio and AC being non functional, this car will literally cruise all day at highway speed and can carry a family on long trips. While on one, don't forget to pull over, have a sandwich and pop the hood for the engine to cool faster before returning to the interstate. Is that a 60's thing? As it is highly illogical when really thinking about it.

All in all a nice ride, presentable paint, clean chrome, and a rebuilt engine which ticks like a clock. Plenty of room to play in, and the iconic Pontiac look with its split grille, "beak" and stacked headlights, and a wonderful interior to boot. Speaking of boot, prior to your purchase I'll move my 1 bedroom furniture out of the trunk, but for now it's staying. "Live long and prosper" Aye Aye Spock....

256877X165161

2-Pontiac
56-Executive
87-2 Door Hardtop Coupe
7-1967
X-Kansas City, KS Assy Plant
165161-Sequential Unit Number

TRIM TAG

04B-2nd Week April
ST 67 25687-1967 Executive 2 Door Hardtop Coupe
BDY BK01374-Kansas City Body #
TR 527-Gold Vinyl
PNT GG-Signet Gold

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This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.