Vehicle Description
1970 Pontiac GTO Hardtop
The Pontiac GTO became known as "The Goat" due to an interpretation
of the letters that make up its name. Figuratively speaking, the
car's "defiant, stripped-to-the-basics personality" also had a hand
in cementing the moniker, according to Edmunds.com. It is
speculated that the acronym GTO, which stands for Gran Turismo
Omologato, was taken from the Ferrari 250 GTO. American consumers
have a history of shortening the names of cars with multiple
syllables, and this likely influenced the nickname of this Pontiac
brand. "The Goat" is catchy, easy to remember and was essentially
born out of convenience.
Purchased by our consignor, then all paint and bodywork completed
later, we present for consignment, a beautiful 1970 GTO. Restored
and sporting a mere 51,975 title verified actual miles, but not so
much to make this a trailer queen, resprayed in its original hue,
sporting its original interior, a numbers matching powerful V8 and
4-speed manual transmission, this car was made to be enjoyed. PHS
documentation is included for the car, along with service records
dating back through the years including a full engine rebuild in
1986. The Humbler, this is the way it's going to be baby!
Exterior
For 1970 GM tweaked the GTO's design with a number of detail
changes and subtle refinements. At the front of the car, Pontiac's
installed smaller twin grilles with quad headlamps at the edges of
the iconic Endura bumper. Below that bumper, the car's front
valance features revised and more aggressive square parking lights;
and above that bumper, a sculpted hood with Pontiac's legendary
'twin nostril' Ram Air air intakes. Behind those intakes, the
windshield glass is bordered by an attractive layer of bright
stainless trim and a correct chrome driver's side mirror. Below
that mirror and bathed in a respray of the factory correct
Palladium Silver, aggressive fenders and body lines are highlighted
by stainless wheel well trim, straight stainless rocker moldings
and traditional chrome door handles. The gaps are well minded
throughout the body and just a few inclusions and flaws are seen in
the paint, particularly on the lower panels of the body, and we
note some cracking in the Endura front bumper. On the back fenders,
'68-era arrowhead marker lights have been exchanged for wrap-around
tail lights and at the back of the car, a chrome bumper hangs
proudly with new for 1970 tail lights between quad exhaust tips.
Never overlooked are the GTO decal callouts in black on the front
fenders and the trunk lid, so you don't forget who you're about to
mess with. 15-inch Pontiac Rally II wheels are on all 4 corners and
give the right vibe.
Interior
Take a look inside this A-Body's cockpit and you'll find a snazzy
correct and original dark green interior. Front and center, a
straight and crack-free dash wears a wood applique around the
original gauges with an engine turned aluminum panel at the bottom.
On the floor, a new Hurst shifter in the original center console
sits between the two bucket front seats. The seating, both front
buckets and rear bench show very nicely with the driver's seat
being the only area presenting with wear, albeit minimal. At the
sides of those seats, stainless-trimmed door panels hang red-inlaid
"GTO" emblems above the original hardware and armrests. Below all
of this, dark green carpet frames chrome-trimmed foot pedals. In
front of the driver, what appears to be the original 3 spoke
steering wheel with its PMD in the center now has a leatherette
wrap installed around the perimeter. Behind the passengers, the
trunk is finished with correct paint and has a correct liner mat,
jack, and full sized spare tire.
Drivetrain
A 1970 numbers matching 400ci WT stamped V8 steel blue painted
block is topped with casting number 12 Ram Air III cylinder heads
resting between the fenders. This potent poncho is fed by a
4-barrel carburetor and an original and number matching Muncie M20
4-speed manual is behind the mill and sends power back is a 10-bolt
3.55 Safe-T-Track rear axle. This engine presents nicely in a well
restored engine bay and has some extra bling from the factory in
the form of chrome valve covers and a chrome air cleaner lid
assembly.
Undercarriage
Give this car a lift and we are met with independent front
suspension and 4-link rear suspension. Drum brakes on all 4 corners
help bring the car to a halt and dual exhaust with new Flowmaster
mufflers snakes its way from the mill back. All of this is
supported by a strong steel frame replete with light surface rust
and patina. The rest of the undercarriage is a mix of surface rust,
factory undercoating and black paint. While underneath we note new
fuel lines, a new starter, and a new powder coated radiator
support
Drive-Ability
She fired right up, and as I put my foot into it the 400 cubes
spring to life. On our well hidden test track I experienced smooth
shifting and nice steering input from the manual steering but on
the acceleration front things were hampered by a heavily slipping
clutch. Braking was solid and all functions were working just dandy
however the heater blower was not blowing at the time of our
drive.
Overall a nice example of the 1970 version of the Pontiac GTO.
Competently restored with only a few minor flaws, but a numbers
matching muscle car right from the folks at Pontiac. With a mostly
known history, PHS documents, service records, and remaining true
to its original colorings, this goat won't last long, all nicely
wrapped up and waiting for you to turn the key.
2423701119256
2-Pontiac
42-GTO
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
0-1970
1-Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Assy Plant
119256-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 70 24237-1970 GTO 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY OS614477-Oshawa Body #
TR 256-Green Vinyl Buckets
PNT 14 14-Palladium Silver
02C-2nd Week March
D55-Console
U80-Rear Speaker
M20-4 Speed Muncie
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
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
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.
