Vehicle Description
1969 Pontiac Lemans HO Hardtop
"In 1964, Pontiac's top of the line mid size performance car was
supposed to be the Tempest LeMans HO. Packing a 280hp 326ci engine
with a Carter AFB 4-barrel carb, dual exhaust, and demanding
premium fuel, it was going to be a runner. Then Pontiac snuck the
GTO through the back door, and the LeMans HO became Pontiac's
forgotten muscle car." Hot Rod online, Jan 2013.
For consignment, a 1969 Pontiac Lemans HO hardtop with a title
verified 48,959 actual miles, another forgotten muscle car and
according to our consignor, only 2,800 HO's were built in 1969, all
fitted with a 350ci 4-barrel V8. Our car has a matching numbers
transmission and date correct 350.
Exterior
Repainted about ten years ago to its original color, Cameo White is
presented in two stage form on an otherwise unrestored car.
Pontiac's distinctive nose, seen across the line in '69, is lined
with robust chrome which becomes part of the bumper that encircles
the grille, and that grille bends to protrude with the nose. A
black body stripe bordered with red follows the lines of the front
fender, rides the door, then flips up with the rising shoulder of
the rear window and side emblems also dress the profile with the
coveted High Output spelled out in back with black and red decals.
The black vinyl top is in very nice shape and the hood tach, only
otherwise seen on the GTO in '69, provides a hint of what lurks
below. 15-inch Pontiac Rally II wheels where PMD center caps and
red faced lug nuts work well with the redline tires. The otherwise
pedestrian rear of the car is enhanced with some substantial dual
exhaust tips and overall, the exterior is in fine condition with no
glaring imperfections.
Interior
Also retaining its original interior and color, Parchment vinyl is
artfully arranged on the door panel with trim lines that create
geometric patterns around the hardware and model plate. Similar
things happen on the front bucket seats with the use of stitch
pattern under a broad headrest, all in very nice condition along
with the rear bench with seatbelts for three and ashtrays for the
end occupants. The cockpit begins with a simple steering wheel,
black textured plastic with horn buttons on each of the three
spokes, leading to a triple gauge instrument cluster up front that
includes the speedometer and a clock. Woodgrain film covers the
lower dash where the AM radio is housed just above a dual pod for
oil and water, and the center console brings some more woodgrain
and is home to the shifter and it all is in great shape. Black loop
carpet is protected by Pontiac branded rubber mats while a
Parchment perforated headliner presents in fine condition, complete
with shoulder harnesses clipped in. One visor is signed by Linda
Vaughn, Miss Hurst, for some period authenticity. The trunk is
clean and contains a spare.
Drivetrain
This is where the magic is, a date correct 350ci V8 is under the
hood in its Pontiac blue glory, with chrome valve covers and 330
horsepower on tap, thanks in part to the 4-barrel carburetor riding
shotgun on the intake. Behind it, a matching numbers TH400 3-speed
automatic transmission sending power to the 10 bolt axle with 3.55
gears and Safe-T-Track. Power brakes are onboard to slow the horses
with discs in front and drums in the rear. The bay is clean and
show worthy.
Undercarriage
A clean underside is a welcome sight with very little surface rust
and only a drop or two of fluid near the oil and transmission pans.
The rocker panels and door undersides are free of rust and the
second half of the dual exhaust with stock style mufflers still
glistens as surface rust covers the early leg and polished tips cap
off an intact system. Coil springs occupy the front for suspension
and a 4 link with coil springs is utilized is the back.
Drive-Ability
The vinyl seats, not known for their stickiness, are comfortable at
least and the simplicity of the interior is more welcoming each
year as electronics dominate the interiors of today's cars. The 350
roars to life as we fixate on the tach ahead of us, then focus on
the road ahead and task at hand. Notable acceleration, straight
tracking, and decent handling greet us around the loop and all
functions work as intended with the exception of the radio and the
reverse lights. 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.
If there's one thing we love at Classic Auto Mall, it's muscle
cars. But even more, the more obscure, low production muscle cars
that didn't receive the fanfare of the GTO and others. It's a
virtual sleeper, both in history and on the road and you'll need a
show sign to explain exactly what people are looking at. POCI
members take note, this is a fine example of an H.O., show or
display ready, a sport coupe turned factory street machine for the
fortunate few thousand who checked the right boxes at order time.
Your order is up, and now being served at Classic Auto Mall. Who's
ready for some take out?
237379B160710
2-Pontiac
37-LeMans
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
9-1969
B-Baltimore,MD Assy Plant
160710-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 69 23737-1969 LeMans 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY BAL567155-Baltimore Body #
TR 257-Parchment Vinyl
PNT 50B-Cameo White, Black Top
02C-3rd Week February
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is not included in the advertised price.
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