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Pontiac Gto Convertible 400/400 Castilian Bronze 1 Of 508 Matching# Nice Resto! on 2040-cars

Year:1971 Mileage:100000
Location:

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
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DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL 1971 GTO Convertible, one of only 508 produced. (Pontiac produced 678 GTO convertibles in 1971, but only 508 in this drivetrain configuration with the 400CU engine and TH-400 Auto transmission) The car has Safety Track (posi-traction), 140 MPH Speedometer, Console, PS/PB - front disc Brakes, A/C - (yes it works great), 8 track player - (works when it wants to), AM Radio w/rear seat speaker. Restored about 10 years ago with emphasis on originality. Always garaged. At time of restoration: new top w/boot; new interior kit - including new carpets, upholstery, door panels, window cranks, door handles (interior and exterior), sun visors; new trunk mat, spare tire cover and jack; new base coat-clear paint factory original Castilian Bronze, new wheel well moldings, rear bumper and tail lights, 14 inch Honeycomb Wheels (a two year only option) with center caps. Numbers matching car. Runs great. PLEASE LEAVE A PHONE NUMBER if you are serious about the car and wish to discuss price. As with all my vehicle auctions, the winner must be happy with the vehicle in person so bid with confidence. 

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