Vehicle Description
Pontiac Motor Division restyled their hot selling GTO for the 1968
model year, placing the GTO on the new GM A-body frame with a
shorter 112-inch wheelbase. The conventional sedan type styling of
the 64-67 GTO was replaced with a more curvaceous and streamlined,
almost fastback like silhouette. This reborn GTO was also shorter
in overall length and height, and lighter on the scales. The new
styling featured the now famous Endura front bumper that could take
a hit without leaving a mark, and also there was a new style twin
hood scoops, hidden wiper assemblies, and a spoiler could be added
to the back decklid. While most of the engine choices in 68' were
carry overs from the 67' GTO, the horsepower rating really exploded
for the 1969 model year with the introduction of the RAM AIR IV.
This red hot 400CI V-8 had a larger Rochester Quadrajet 4-barrel
carburetor, special aluminum high rise intake manifold with larger
runners, new round port heads with redesigned intake ports, high
lift camshaft combined with higher lift rocker arms combined for a
gross valve lift of .530 inches, and header like high flow exhaust
manifolds. This monster mill was factory rated( wink, wink) at 370
horsepower and 445 lb. ft. of torque. This horsepower rating was
most likely to comply with GM's edict of a maximum of no more than
1 horsepower per 10 lbs. of curb weight, as the peak rating was at
5,000rpm, 100rpm less than the Ram Air III engine, and the RAM AIR
IV would spin all the way to 6,000 rpm. The more likely rating is
closer to 425 horsepower, and you can feel every one of those
thoroughbreds pushing into the seat when you mash the throttle. The
striking 1969 Pontiac GTO convertible you see pictured here for
sale rolled off the assembly line in Baltimore, Maryland on April
23rd, 1969. Finished in code 63 Champagne over code 58 black vinyl
with an Ivory White vinyl power top, this GTO is rare and unique
automobile, but we have only scratched the surface. This GTO rolled
out of the factory with the super rare RAM AIR IV 400 and it was
mated to a close ratio 4-speed manual transmission. Other factory
options included the heavy duty Safe-T-Track rear differential
($63.19), AM/FM Radio ($133.76), Rally II wheels ($84.26), Custom
Sport Steering Wheel ($34.76), console ($55.82), Rally Gauge
Cluster w/Clock ($50.55), Power front disc brakes ($64.25) and the
Ride and Handling package ($4.21). This brought the grand total to
a whopping $4,690.80, smack dab in Corvette territory, but this has
a back seat. Shipped to and sold new by David M. Fogel Pontiac in
Wayne, Pennsylvania, this GTO has been fully restored, carries PHS
documentation, and has a replacement WW code RAM AIR IV engine. The
power top is in excellent condition and goes up and down at a touch
of the button. The paint condition is better than it ever was in
1969, and the Rally II wheels look excellent wrapped in correct
Firestone raised white letter tires. Pontiac only produced 759 RAM
AIR IV GTOs in 69', and the PHS documents show this to be 1 of only
45 RAM AIR IV 4-speed convertibles produced. Factor in the unique
Code 63 Champagne paint and this could be a 1 of 1 as equipped.
Truly one of the highest performance Pontiacs ever produced, this
ultra rare and desirable GTO is your opportunity to own a unique
example of the peak of the muscle car era. Contact Brian at
352-307-1968 and take home this pure gold GTO today! Financing and
transportation services are available! FEES & TAX INFORMATION - We
are a licensed dealer in the State of Florida and adhere to all
state and federal laws and regulations concerning the sale of a
used vehicle. All applicable taxes and fees will be charged
accordingly as required by the State of Florida. A fee of $495.00
will be charged to process the vehicle. Classic Car Quality
Disclaimer: We do our best to inspect, drive our vehicles, and note
any imperfections in the advertisement and pre-sale. However, due
to the nature of classic automobiles we cannot guarantee that every
function, electrical or mechanical etc., will work as it should.
These components will need upkeep and attention. In addition, often
these vehicles can sit for periods of time and once you begin to
drive them issues can arise without warning. Please make sure you
are comfortable with this before buying a vintage automobile. We
did NOT build or restore the vehicle. Vehicles are sold AS-IS, with
all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty. Pre-Purchase
inspections are welcome, we describe these vehicles to the best of
our knowledge.
