INTRODUCTION: Stunning factory colors, PHS documented. It was frame
off restored and the gentleman passed away, the family parked it in
their basement for 30 years! It has just 54 miles on the
restoration, we just spent $8500 servicing the car with new tires,
going through the brakes etc.
EXTERIOR: Man, you talk about a knockout! This GTO was born in
Starlight Black with a red interior and red accents- an absolutely
stunning factory color combination! No vinyl top here, just
beautiful straight metal covered in glossy black paint that's been
polished smooth. The chrome and trim have been replaced, the doors
open and close beautifully, and the weatherstrips have been
replaced. It features dual mirrors, the correct antenna,
reproduction T3 headlamps, and a crystal clear windshield. The
finishing touch is a set of Rally I wheels wrapped in brand new
radial redline tires. Black paint, redlines, and that red interior
peeking through the glass-this GTO has a serious presence!
INTERIOR: Have you ever sat inside a GTO with a red interior? It's
really something special, especially contrasted against the black
exterior. The Rally dash includes the gauges and tachometer along
with the original AM radio and the dash pad looks like new. The
passenger side features the GTO emblem and grab handle. The owner's
manual is even tucked inside the glove box. The seats have nice
firm cushions and have been completely reupholstered, while the
door panels and armrests have been replaced. A fresh looking red
carpet is fitted with reproduction mats, and right in the middle is
what you want to see- a Hurst 4-speed shifter sticking out of the
floor! The three spoke deluxe steering wheel is a nice looking
option in great shape as well.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: When I owned a GTO, everyone asked me, "Is
there a Tri-Power under the hood?" I hated telling them no. With
this one, you won't have that problem! It retains its original 389
engine- the unit number matches the Protect-O-Plate and it's been
upgraded with a factory Tri-Power setup. Not only does it look cool
and nostalgic, but put your foot into it and you'll hear those
three deuces open up and feel the difference! The rest of the
engine compartment maintains a very stock appearance with factory
manifolds, valve covers and components, reproduction hose clamps
and battery cables. The metal surfaces are nicely painted, the
hardware looks fresh, the original cowl tag remains in place, the
windshield squirters are hooked up, and the battery is properly
secured. Pop the hood and this is exactly what everyone hopes to
see in a classic GTO!
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It is clean, complete, and nicely detailed.
Under the trunk lid and throughout the jambs you'll find clean
painted surfaces with the factory seams still visible, and the
weatherstrip has been replaced. Inside is rock solid metal finished
in a nicely applied spatter paint with the correct two piece trunk
mat. It's finished off properly with a matching Rally wheel wearing
an old school spare tire, along with the complete jack
assembly.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame, and underneath it's restored
to a high level. The floors appear to be pristine original metal
and were properly prepped and painted black. The frame and chassis
components are equally clean, finished in smooth semi gloss black.
The ride & handling suspension was completely rebuilt, the brakes
were redone, lines were replaced, e-brake hooked up and it retains
Pontiac's big finned drum brakes. It also has a factory style dual
exhaust system, and replaced fuel system. Looking up, the 389 is
clean Pontiac blue with the proper starter. It's backed by a fresh
looking Muncie M20 4-speed with Hurst linkage, sending power
through the driveshaft to the rear end with highway friendly 3.08
gears.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: I'm around gorgeous cars all the time, and if I saw
this GTO sitting at a car show, I'd have to walk over and check it
out. The Starlight Black with that red interior and redlines is
just an awesome combination and then you add the Tri-Power, 4-speed
and Rally gauges. It really checks the boxes! There are other GTOs
for sale, but they're not this one.
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Tri-power carbs
Ride & handling
Deluxe wheel
Rally gauges
Reproduction mats
Dual mirrors
Rally 1 wheels
Radial redline tires
