The original muscle car! Boy, do we have a rare and desirable gem
being offered today! Pontiac Historical documented that this car
was born exactly like you see it. #s matching original motor. There
were 10 versions of the 389 offered and the 348 hp was the
headliner (over 1/4 million 389s made in '61, only 1,352 of these
were made). Body off frame restoration to concourse condition.
This is quoted from a Hemmings article: "It's considered one of the
most beautiful automobiles of the post-war era. It's proportions
are nearly perfect, it's grill design is absolutely captivating and
the treatment of the hardtop shape with its thin c-pillar is
utterly gorgeous. No wonder they are starting to become one of the
most sought after American collector cars of the 1960s."
A Motortrend article made this reference to the 1961 Ventura-
"creating what many in the Pontiac faithful believe is one of the
most beautiful designs ever to roll off the assembly line."
Street Muscle Magazine did an article named " Muscle Cars You
Should Know...1961 Pontiac Ventura Bubbletop" They are quoted as
saying: "We tend to think of the 1964 GTO as the model that would
usher in the muscle car era, but the reality is that Pontiac was
putting that potent 389 V8 into lightened intermediate body coupes
and backing it with a four-speed years before the goat ever landed
in Pontiac showrooms. The 1961 Ventura bubble top is something of a
proto-muscle car containing all of the ingredients that would
define the segment."
EXTERIOR: The beloved bubble top was only a one year design for
Pontiac. The Ventura is 7 inches shorter than the Bonneville. This
body is pristine, laser straight. There is no rust, body work or
damage. The gaps are precise, doors shut like new. Repainted its
original colors. The paint is polished like white glass, better
than factory. New front and rear windows. Show quality chrome and
trim. It came with 8 new lug wheels and they are wearing a set of
Coker Classic radial wide white walls. All the weatherstrips and
seals were replaced.
INTERIOR: Carpet to headliner it looks new. Pristine tri-color
upholstery and door panels. Professionally restored dash pad by
Just Dashes. The metal is repainted smooth and glossy. All chrome
sparkles. The steering wheel looks brand new. It has quartz
movement in the clock, interior lights work. The visors are the
only items not new.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: This is the top dog 389-348 hp motor with
factory tri-power. Original motor to this car, the unit number
matches the PHS docs. The engine was completely rebuilt, we have
the receipt. It runs strong, sounds like a muscle car. All the
original components- air cleaner, manifolds, valve covers, vacuum
can etc. It features power steering and brakes. Every component is
restored. Everything looks proper and tidy. The metal surfaces are
all painted smooth.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It has pristine metal and it's all painted gloss
white. It also has the red-gray liner kit and cover over the
spare.
UNDERSIDE: The body was removed from the frame. The chassis was
sand blasted bare, prepped and painted. The suspension and steering
was completely rebuilt. The brake system was restored, the lines,
e-brake cables and hoses were replaced. The 8 lugs wheels are
unique to Pontiac and were part of a superior brake system. It has
the factory correct dual exhaust system. Looking up at the motor
it's clean Pontiac blue, the starter looks fresh. It has a Muncie
4-speed transmission that's looks fresh with a Hurst linkage.
Custom driveshaft. It has it's original safety track rear end. The
floors, braces, rockers are pristine smooth metal painted
semi-gloss black.
SERVICE: We inspected the car and replaced the reverse lights,
adjusted horn switch, gave it a front end alignment, replaced an
axle seal, adjusted all 4 brakes and replaced the right front wheel
bearing.
CONCLUSION: This is worthy of any collection. It's a significant
part of muscle car history. The fit, finishes and function is very
impressive. #s matching and documented, this is an investment you
can enjoy!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle. Our salesmen are happy to
assist with descriptions and making sure your questions are
answered. One great suggestion is letting us do a walk around video
that explains the car's condition in detail. **These cars are
displayed in a museum. If interested in a particular car make an
appointment with a salesman to see that car. Without an appointment
there is an admission fee to enter the showroom. If you buy a car,
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Tri-power
348 hp
Power steering
Power brakes
8 lugs wheels
Radial whitewalls
Saf-t-trac rear
Reproduction mats
Seatbelts
