Vehicle Description
1975 Pontiac LeMans Sedan
From 1973 to 1977, the LeMans and other GM intermediates were much
larger in size than previous models due to evolutionary changes
that resulted in larger cars year after year and federally mandated
5 mph crash bumpers that added weight and length. During this
period, Pontiac's intermediate lineup included the base LeMans,
LeMans Sport Coupe, GTO (1973 only), Luxury LeMans (became the
Grand LeMans in 1975), the Euro-styled Grand Am from 1973 to 1975,
and the 1977 Can Am. Body styles were all based on GM's Colonnade
hardtop design for both sedans and coupes, (no convertibles were
offered after 1972), that included center pillars for improved
rollover safety standards but eliminated true hardtop design, along
with frameless windows similar to a hardtop. Two-door coupes
featured triangular "fixed" rear side windows that did not open,
which were covered with louvers on the LeMans and GTO sport coupes,
and the new Grand Am coupe.
This 1975 LeMans, along with all other GM intermediates, was in
year 3 of the new from the ground up but retained the same
wheelbase lengths of 112 inches for two-door coupes, and 116 inches
for four-door sedans and station wagons. All models featured the
federally mandated 5-mile-per-hour front bumpers along with single
headlights. Handling capabilities were greatly improved on all
models due to new front-suspension components shared with the
F-body Pontiac Firebird and Chevrolet Camaro, improved rear-coil
suspension and bias-belted tires. Our example is a consignor
stated, one owner car, with a single repaint and remainingvery
original down to the plastic covers over the seats and sun visors.
Clearly always garage kept, it remains in very good condition with
its factory shipping record and owners manuals. Now showing 53,218
miles, although not verifiable as the title is listed as mileage
exempt. Regardless of that status, one look will tell you the miles
are actual and this ride has been pampered.
Exterior
A single respray of Cameo White bathes the stylized body panels
that are rust free and mostly devoid of any faults, save for a dent
or two which are minor. Gaps are well minded on the steel slabs
throughout and a full blue vinyl top with triangulatedrear quarter
windows with no rust underneath is covering the roof. From its
sleek front throwback style Pontiac beak to its pinched design rear
it remains sporty and shiny with its accenting chrome. A stainless
and black rubber strip graces the lower beltline and for some extra
snazzy appearance we note the addition of rear fender skirts, why
aren't these still a thing? A deviation from the factory shipping
record is the change from 15-inch Pontiac Rally 2 wheels to
standard 15-inch steel wheels withfull luxury wheel covers on all 4
corners and all is looking great on this mid-year Colonnade
bodystyle.
Interior
In contrast and as a compliment to the exterior Cameo White, the
interior is bathed in Dark Blue colored vinyl, wood applique and
chrome trimming. The door panels are near perfect and in plenty of
the blue with a peppering of chrome knobs and actuators with some
wood accenting applique. Inside seating is just beautiful with all
tuck and roll vertical pattern blue vinyl, split bench seat up
front and full bench in the rear. These have lasted the test of
time thanks in part to the clear, almost bubble wrap like seat
covers that most likely were installed when the car was new. A
square and rectangle design dash is up front and here we see more
molded vinyl and plastic in blue along with some very clean
instruments in a blue field and a lower band of wood applique. An
original steering wheel is fronting the dash, blue carpeting is
flooding the floors, and a blue vinyl headliner is above with more
protection on the sun visors. Niiiiiice!
Drivetrain
Under the hood is a shiny detailed and well-kept 350ci Pontiac V8
engine. There is a single 2-barrel carburetor atop, and a TH350
3-speed automatic on back. The rear axle weighs in as a 10-bolt
2.56 gear ratio setup. All is nice and shiny under here with nice
corrosion free bolt ons throughout.
Undercarriage
With only 53K miles showing on the clock the undercarriage is
definitely rust free with solid floor pans and frame construction
and onlya light patina of surface rust on the untreated components.
A nice even undercoating covers most surfaces. Independent coil
springs for the front and a 4 link with coil springs on back. Power
disc brakes on front and power drums for the rear can be noted when
looking underneath. A nice factory style single exhaust makes its
way from front to rear also.
Drive-Ability
This car started and ran like it was new and looks the part too.
All functions were working well, and it performed as it should on
the test track. Nice acceleration, good bias free braking, smooth
comfy cruise, and I'm in love with the protective seat covers.
Ready to go out and win nearly any AACA badge you want to shoot
for, you know you are in rarefied air with this lower mileage cream
puff, preserved very nicely from 1975. The colors are just right,
the options are really nice, and all is good baby bear.
2D37M5A139772
2-Pontiac
D-Lemans
37-2 Door Sedan
M-350ci V8 2bbl 175hp
5-1975
A-Atlanta, GA Assy Plant
139772-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 75 2AD37-1975 Lemans 2 Door Sedan
BDY A106754-Atlanta Body #
TR 26C A52-Dark Blue Vinyl Split Bench
PNT 11L 28T-Cameo White, Dark Blue Vinyl Top
04A-1st Week April
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barn find collection is on display. 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
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