For Sale: 1965 Pontiac LeMans in Bellevue, Washington

*1965 Pontiac LeMans Convertible GTO Tribute*The Pontiac GTO is rightfully credited as the car that kicked off the muscle car revolution. By sticking the engine out of the larger Boneville into the compact LeMans, it became a sensation and remains one of the most talked about cars of the 1960s. This 1965 LeMans Convertible has been given the full GTO treatment and offers all of the looks, performance and fun, at a fraction of the price.This LeMans was treated to a comprehensive, frame off restoration by a previous owner and was purchased by the consignor through the Volo Auto Museum in August of 2021. The exterior is finished in stunning Viper Blue two-stage paint, which compliments the white power convertible top exceptionally well. Chrome on the bumpers has been refinished and shows very well, and the 15-inch Rallye 1 wheels really complete the look. Additionally, GTO badges have been fitted around the car.The interior features a pair of bucket seats up front upholstered in black vinyl, and matching rear bench seat. Drop into the driver's seat and you are met by a large wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel that frames a fully set of recreation Rallye gauges including a . 20 mph speedometer Blue lighting has been installed in the cabin, as has a new carpet set.Under the hood sits a 389ci V8 that has been extensively modified for improved performance and usability. Starting with a 389ci V8, the engine was bored 60 over, balanced, built with a performance Crane cam, ported and polished heads and an electronic fuel injection system. An MSD distributor and ignition system works together with the injection, offering a more dependable classic which is even further improved thanks to an aluminum radiator. Of course, the car sounds exceptional with Doug Thorley headers and a 3-inch custom exhaust with cross over pipe and Flowmaster mufflers. Shifting is handled by a Tremec TKO 5-speed manual gearbox with a performance clutch and Hurst shifter in the cabin. At the rear, a 3.55 rear gear and Eaton Posi-trac diff help put the power down. Power brakes up front help with stopping and power steering makes the car very easy to maneuver around.If you love the GTO look but want a bit more performance at a great price, this LeMans GTO Tribute is a great option. Thanks to its comprehensive restoration, the car is in exceptional condition and will provide tons of top-down fun all summer.*Key Features* * 389ci V8 * Bored .60 Over * Balanced and Blueprinted * Crane Camshaft and Valvetrain * Custom Electronic Fuel Injection System * Ported and Polished Heads * Doug Thornley Headers * 3-Inch Exhaust w/Crossover Pipe * Flowmaster Exhaust * Tremec TKO 5-Speed Manual * Heavy Duty Clutch * Hurst Shifter * Eaton 3.55 Positraction Rear End * Power Steering * Power Front Disc Brakes * Viper Blue Clearcoat Paint * Black Vinyl InteriorFor more information on this 1965 Pontiac LeMans GTO Tribute or any of our 100+ high-performance cars always in stock, contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable sales consultants or always feel free to stop by our Bellevue, WA Park Place Ltd campus - where we have over 40,000 sq ft of indoor showrooms filled with the finest cars. As part of the Park Place Motor Group family, which includes Park Place Aston Martin and Lotus of Bellevue -- Nobody Has What We Have!