INTRODUCTION: I'll be honest with you- it was the look and the
sound of this GTO that first drew me in. But once I got up close,
the true quality of the car became apparent, it has only 400 miles
on the body off frame restoration finished in 2022. Then I learned
it has factory air conditioning, and came with Pontiac Historical
Services documentation. At that point, I knew I had to have it!
EXTERIOR: This GTO is a real stunner, and the combination of colors
and wheels sets it apart immediately. The body is laser straight
from front to back, including those long, dramatic Coke bottle
quarter panels that define the era. I don't see any signs of rust
or damage, and the panels line up beautifully throughout. Even the
doors open and close with the solid feel of a new car. Repainted in
its original Tyrol Blue, the metallic finish is laid out evenly,
while the clear coat has been polished smooth as glass. All of the
chrome and trim are straight, bright, and sparkle beautifully
against the blue paint. The unique wire mesh grille used on the
1967 models gives the front end a distinctive and aggressive
personality. The jambs are painted clean, the weatherstrips have
all been replaced, and the vinyl top looks brand new. Both the
front and rear glass have been replaced as well. Completing the
look is a set of reproduction redline tires wrapped around vintage
style Hurst wheels, a combination that absolutely puts this GTO
over the top.
INTERIOR: It is wonderfully nostalgic, having been restored back to
100% factory condition. Slide behind the wheel and you're instantly
transported to 1967. One of the coolest features is the iconic
Hurst Dual/Gate shifter mounted in the center console, a signature
muscle car touch that adds both style and function. Fresh carpet
fits nicely on the floor, and it comes complete with a full set of
GM seat belts. The seats have good cushion and have been fully
reupholstered, while the door panels and armrests have also been
replaced. The dash area is especially clean and well preserved,
showing no signs of abuse. It features a new dash pad along with
the proper woodgrain insert, and the original radio remains in
place. The interior lights are working, including the glove box
light, where you'll also find a new glove box liner. Out back, the
rear mesh speaker tray has been replaced, along with a nice tight
fitting headliner overhead. The original steering wheel does have a
couple of typical cracks, but otherwise this interior captures the
look and feel of a fresh 1967 GTO beautifully.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood is the correct 400, properly
date coded and stamped for the car. It has reportedly been rebuilt
internally to H.O. specs and has a factory stock appearance on the
outside. It retains the correct manifolds, and carb, along with
fresh factory style valve covers and air cleaner assembly, giving
the engine a detailed presentation. The pulleys, brackets, wires,
and hoses all appear proper and fresh, showing careful attention to
detail throughout. This is also a factory air conditioned car, and
the system is functional for added comfort on warm days. Power
steering makes cruising easy and enjoyable, while the stock cooling
system keeps the engine running as it should. Finishing touches
include a Delco battery topper, reproduction spring clamp battery
cables, and a properly secured battery. Even the windshield washer
squirters are hooked up, and all the metal finishes throughout the
engine bay are painted and detailed very nicely.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The underside of the trunk lid is nicely painted
and detailed, complete with the proper decals, a clean latch
assembly, and a neatly finished jamb area. The weatherstrip has
also been replaced and the � panel part numbers are still visible.
Inside, the trunk features clean solid metal along with a
reproduction mat and the wiring appears to have been replaced as
well.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame for a thorough restoration,
bringing the underside back to factory new condition. The floors
are pristine original metal, beautifully detailed and finished in a
smooth semi-gloss black. The chassis was prepped and painted to
match, and the steering and suspension have been completely rebuilt
and detailed. It features a factory correct Gardner exhaust system
with correct staggered size mufflers and resonators in the
tailpipes. The brake system has been fully redone, including new
lines and e-brake cables. The fuel system has also been replaced,
including the tank. Looking up at the engine, it has a very fresh,
proper appearance, complete with the correct starter. It is paired
with its original 1967 Turbo 400 automatic transmission, and a
restored driveshaft leads back to the original rear end with nice
cruising gears.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: Yes, there are other Pontiac GTOs out there, but they
aren't this one! The Tyrol Blue paint, paired with redline tires
wrapped around vintage style Hurst wheels, gives this car a look
that truly sets it apart from the crowd. Add in the sound of the
exhaust, which is pure music to any muscle car enthusiast, and this
GTO becomes something special. The quality of the frame-off
restoration alone goes a long way toward justifying the asking
price. When you factor in the factory air conditioning,
documentation, and standout appearance, everything else about it
makes this one a no-brainer.
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Air conditioning
Power steering
Console
Dual gate shifter
Vinyl top
Hurst wheels
Redline tires
PHS documented
