Vehicle Description
1977 Pontiac Grand Prix Hardtop
General Motors' intermediate-sized line-up of automobiles were
ubiquitous during the 1970s, especially the Colonnade Cars, so
named because of their pillared structure. The Colonnades were
built for the 1973-1977 model years and they were everywhere. If
you drove along any residential street within Anytown, USA in the
mid-1970s, you could be sure that at least four or five out of 10
driveways had a Colonnade car parked on them. There were at least
nine different models available. They included the Chevrolet
Chevelle, Malibu, Laguna, and the Monte Carlo; the Pontiac LeMans
and GrandAm; the Buick Century and Regal; and the Oldsmobile
Cutlass, of which there were many different variations and models.
Colonnade cars were technically intermediate-sized cars, but by the
end of the 1977 model year were not much smaller than GM's all-new
full-size cars, which had just been downsized and were shorter and
700 pounds lighter than their predecessors. The Colonnade cars can
be credited with helping to lift the intermediate-sized car segment
to a position of greater prominence.
Pontiac's upscale, sporty car that offers full-size comfort along
with sporty looks, spirited performance and all the whistles and
bells, and the purveyor of the "wide track". We have on
consignment, an always garage kept 1977 version of this large piece
of Detroit iron in standard trim which is presenting in overall
good condition. A great end of the Colonnade era with traditional
Pontiac beak, dual headlights and sweeping sexy lines have this, in
my opinion, as one of the best-looking models of the Grand Prix
offering. Not sold on this yet? How about 61,771 title verified
actual miles, 3 purported owners, the correct drivetrain andlet's
sweeten the pot with a rarely seen black on black theme. Now we're
talkin' Pontiac in a serious way.
Due to varying emissions control devices being removed, please
check with your state, county, local or provincial motor vehicle
department to verify the ability to legally register this vehicle
in your area***
Exterior
A complete reworking of the front header and bumper highlights this
1977 Grand Prix, which was the final year for the 1973-vintage body
shell that was set to be replaced by a downsized GP for 1978. Up
front the parking lamps are positioned between the quad headlamps
and the previous year's waterfall grille was replaced by a narrower
one that extends into the lower portion of the bumper. These
grilles flank a traditional Pontiac beak and down low a clean and
shiny chrome bumper splits the twin grilles just perfectly. A trim
tag matching coating of Starlite Black lusciously covers this steel
slab sided car which appears to have been dipped in it. Some light
hazing of the finish is noted but no rust or rot is seen.
Arrow-like pointed body lines are abundant on the top surfaces,
like the sharply pointed hood and veed rear glass, to the trunk
deck which follows suit and takes cues from the front with another
V pointed rear panel, with underlying bumper. The taillights are
neatly embedded above the rear bumper and the styling is like
nothing to ever be duplicated by an auto manufacturer. A shiny
rocker trim runs from well to well, and the wells take from it and
are surrounded by thin chromed trim. Just above on the beltline we
note gold pinstriping that follows the undulating body sides
nicely. Ion Alloy drilled aluminum wheels in 15-inch format are
wrapped in staggered width BF Goodrich raised white letter radials
for that period perfect look.
Interior
Looking into a very clean and well-preserved interior wrapped in
clean and mean black with plenty of factory options. The driver's
door panel is near showroom and contains a chrome actuator, window
crank and rear seat ashtray along with a black leather pull and
some wood applique dressing up the padded black vinyl. Seating also
in black and has a mixture of tuck and broadcloth inserts and
smooth broadcloth bolsters complete with pristine piping and very
little fading of the bolsters. Some buttoning is on the upper back
of the split front benchand in the rear is a matching pattern
bench. The dash is all original and very clean with a bevy of
gauges and warning lamps added in at the factory all within a clean
applique backdrop. Sitting below the dash in more applique is the
factory AM stereo and above are the round vents and the "Radial
Tuned Suspension" plaque. Clean deep pile black carpet floods the
floors and a tight puffy headliner hangs above. Not to be left out
is the V-shaped trunk with its factory splatter paint and vinyl
liner.
Drivetrain
Lifting the long steel hood reveals the factory correct 301ci V8
sitting within a very clean engine bay. This is topped with a
2-barrel carburetor, and backed by the correct TH400 3-speed
automatic transmission. A 10-bolt rear axle is on the way back.
Hints of Pontiac blue shine through in the bay under all the soft
and supple hoses, wiring and ducting.
Undercarriage
Some light surface rust is noted throughout but certainly nothing
to be concerned about. Power disc brakes are on the front of the
car and power drums for the rear and for the Radial Tuned
Suspension, we see an independent coil springs up front and a 4
link and coil springs in the rear. A dual exhaust system with
Flowmaster mufflers is on for the exhale and is looking just fine,
but is sans the catalytic converter.
Drive-Ability
This car started right up effortlessly and was ready to roll to our
test track. It handled beautifully with the radial tuned suspension
and had nice smooth acceleration and automatic shifting. Overall it
provided a comfortable ride with everything working as it
should.
It's not often we get one of these cars through the doors of our
Hallowed Halls, but today we offer you this Pontiac, the last of
its breed, with beautiful pointed styling, a correct drivetrain,
low low miles, and low ownership count. This one will not last long
here at Classic Auto Mall.
2J57Y7P303265
2-Pontiac
J-Grand Prix
57-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
Y-301ci V8 2bbl 135hp
7-1977
P-Pontiac, MI Assy Plant
303265-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 77 2GK57-1977 Grand Prix 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY PON51159-Pontiac Body #
TR 19E-Black Cloth & Vinyl
PNT 19L 19U-Starlite Black
03B-2nd Week March
A65-Split Bench Seat With Armrest
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.
