1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible

History

The Pontiac GTO is an American automobile built by Pontiac Division of General Motors from 1964 to 1974. It was a muscle car classic of the 1960s and 1970s.

In early 1963, General Motors' management issued a ban on involvement in auto racing. At the time, Pontiac's advertising and marketing approach was heavily based on performance, and racing was an important component of that strategy. With GM's ban on factory-sponsored racing, Pontiac's young and visionary management turned its attention to emphasizing street performance. The GTO was basically a violation of GM policy, but since the GTO was an option package and not standard equipment, it fell into a loophole in the policy.

Pontiac's intermediate line was restyled again for 1966, gaining more curvaceous styling with kicked-up rear fender lines for a "Coke-bottle" look, and a slightly "tunneled" backlight. The tail light featured a rare louvered cover, only seen on the GTO. The GTO became a separate model series, rather than an optional performance package, with unique grille and tail lights, available as a pillared sports coupe, a hardtop, or a convertible

VIN 242676K124817

This yellow GTO convertible was purchased from the original owner, Richard Rodenburg. As a teenager, Richard shelled the engine and replaced it with a 400ci block. When Richard started a family, the goat was stored in his dad’s garage until the most recent owner purchased it in September of 2005. Because of the long storage, the car was rust free, but needed a complete restoration. Since its purchase the engine and transmission have been completely rebuilt, all the seals replaced. The pipes, mufflers, brake lines and gas lines have all been replaced.

Full PHS documentation and a car cover are included in the sale.

Mechanics

Rebuilt 1976 400ci Engine – Y4 Block, Casting Number 50055

Tri-Power - Casting Number 8782898

093 Heads 

Rebuilt Muncie 4-Speed Manual Transmission

10 Bolt Posi-Traction Rear End with 3:55 Gear Ratio 

Power Steering

Power Drum Brakes

Period Correct Distributor

Brand New Aluminized Exhaust System

Exhaust Manifolds

Aluminum Bell Housing

Bushings Look New  

New Nuts and Bolts

New Brake Lines

New Ball Joints

New Gas Lines

Brand New Shocks

Brand New Gas Tank with New Straps

Body

Beautiful Candlelight Cream Paint (Original Color)

Rotisserie Restoration, Gorgeous Fit and Finish

Beautiful Solid and Straight Metal

New Rear Lower Quarters

Power Convertible Top (Black)

Frame for Top is in Great Shape

Gorgeous Chrome Bumpers

Emblems and Trim are in Great Shape

Antenna

Hood Scoops

Doors Fit and Operate Properly

Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid

Glass is in Good Shape

Refinished Vent Windows

Frame is Solid and Nicely Painted

Front Fenders are Solid and Clean

Rocker Moldings are Gorgeous

Pinch Welds Look Great

Solid Cross Members

All Original Floor Boards are Solid and Clean

Beautiful Trim Rings and Center Caps

Reproduction Firestone Red Line Tires by Coker

70/14 Front and Rear

Solid Trunk had Nice Splatter Paint, Mat, Jack and Spare Tire

Interior

Beautiful Black Interior

Bucket Seats and Console

Wood Steering Wheel

Wood Grain Instrument Panel

Dash Pad is in Great Shape

Seatbelts Front and Back

Carpet is in Great Shape

4-Speed Shifter in the Console

Beautiful Door Panels with Nice

Armrests and Handles

Horn Works

AM Radio Works

Heater Blower Works

Wipers Work

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