Vehicle Description
1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible Judge Tribute
In 2017, the Nissan Rogue SUV was offered in a Star Wars limited
edition version with the Rebel Alliance and other logos on a black
trimmed commuter. But it wouldn't be the first time pop culture and
cars would unite to attract buyers. The Plymouth Roadrunner not
only wore decals of the cartoon bird, but even had the Warner
Brother's trademarked "meep meep" horn sound. Then, of course,
there was the GTO Judge, a version of the muscle car named for a
character on Rowan and Martin's Laugh In, a popular comedy variety
show at the time.
For consignment, a 1970 Pontiac GTO convertible Judge tribute
showing 98,078 unverifiable miles. 3,797 were built with the Judge
trim level and upgrades in 1970, but only 168 of them were
convertibles. Being rare, true convertible Judges go for high
dollars, but through the aftermarket, many of the components and
cosmetic enhancements are available and with the right ingredients,
a convincing tribute can be produced.
Exterior
Polar White was a GTO Judge color in 1970, and it coats our car in
two stage beauty, here with the requisite Judge stripes in blue,
gold, and red. These are unique, elongated spears that ride
straight over the wheel openings and are paired with the decal on
back and quarter panels reading THE JUDGE in a 60's font associated
with the TV show. While we're out back, we note the rear spoiler, a
Judge standard, countered by the hood nostrils in front wearing Ram
Air decals and together creating a menacing machine even as
highlights are done in bright colors. Back to the tail, double twin
tips split wide under the straight bumper in which the horizontal
tail lights are embedded, wrapping around the corners in lieu of
side markers. Dual headlights are recessed into the Endura nose and
clear lenses on the marker lights create a monochromatic face,
contrasted by the black grille and dark tunnels of the hood
intakes. 15-inch Pontiac Rally II wheels look great on the corners
and the white canvas top and its glass window is in fantastic
condition too. Imperfections including cracks, chips, and bubbling,
but overall the paint and brightwork are in great shape.
Interior
We go from a white exterior to a red interior, beginning with the
door panels, nicely geometric, clean, and carpeted on the bottom
section. Tall bucket seats live up front, lined with red piping and
weave textured inserts, a pattern which repeats on the fresh
looking rear bench. The 3 spoke plastic steering wheel fronts a
faux woodgrain backed instrument cluster and A/C control panel. The
machined metal applique on the mid panel houses various switches
and an AM radio. Woodgrain dressed up the center console as well
and the indicator panel for the shifter, while red formed plastic
creates a storage bin with a lid that doubles as an armrest. The
red loop carpet is in good shape, topped by vintage looking red
Pontiac branded mats. Minor patina is seen throughout the interior,
but so minor, we would not hesitate to show this vehicle. Back in
the trunk, the space is clean and has a trunk liner and spare tire
on a steel wheel.
Drivetrain
Ah, Pontiac's metallic blue covers the non original 400ci V8 under
the hood and it's fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor which is hard to
see under the intake piece on top of the air cleaner case. A show
worthy engine bay as well with a TH400 3-speed automatic
transmission behind it, sending power to the 10 bolt rear axle.
Power brakes are onboard with front discs and rear drums.
Undercarriage
Other than some typical surface rust and residual oil on the pans,
the underside is nicely clean and dry. Dual exhaust traverses
through stock style mufflers before exiting with pomp and
circumstance via those twin chrome tips. Suspension on the Goat
consists of coil springs in front and a 4 link with coil springs in
the back.
Drive-Ability
Regardless of the decals, this is still a GTO and as such, a
muscular ride that delivers outstanding power and wonderful
handling. It also has one heck of an exhaust tone and the
intoxicating view of a wide wing out back. We found that only the
A/C wasn't working, all other functions operate as they should.
While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were
working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these
functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
"Tap your toes, jump and shout, here come da Judge, let it all hang
out!" exclaimed the great Sammy Davis Junior on Laugh In. Even if
you've never heard of the show, or seen an episode, you surely know
what a GTO Judge is and the reason you're still reading. It's rare
for more than one to show up at any given car show, except Pontiac
shows, of course, so you have here a respectable tribute that isn't
a Lemans with aftermarket add ons. It's a true Polar White GTO
dressed as a Judge.
242670Z133666
2-Pontiac
42-GTO
67-Convertible
0-1970
Z-Fremont, CA Assy Plant
133666-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 70 24267-1970 GTO Convertible
BDY BF00548-Fremont Body #
TR 254-Red Vinyl Buckets
PNT 10A-Polar White, White Top
04A-1st Week April
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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