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1969 Lemans Convertible W/ Overdrive Every Day Driver Gto Clone on 2040-cars

US $13,999.00
Year:1969 Mileage:2000
Location:

Ventura, California, United States

Ventura, California, United States

 Less than 2000 miles on rebuilt motor and overdrive transmission.  ---- strong and reliable. Daily driven.


This is my a 1969 convertible Pontiac Lemans.  I was 3/4 of the way fixing her up when I was laid off. So I can’t finish it. But it doesn't need much now.  But what has been done is the following.

The motor has been professionally rebuilt  by Jasper Motors with the emphasis on reliability and performance.  A performance cam...Crane cam 454 lift and a 270 duration, so its not bad on gas but you can burn rubber. Also, the valve train has roller rockers and stud locks. Engine runs great, reliable and runs cool. I drive it daily, in traffic and on the freeway.

It has a performance OVERDRIVE automatic transmission, 
200R4 with a B&M shifter ..... At 80 miles an hour the engine is only turning 2400 RPM’s Great for Gas mileage, An older car but with a modern overdrive transmission to bring her into the new era of better engine life and MPG!
The paint job was done about a year ago. and descent for what I could afford. There are a few nicks and scratches here and there but looks nice.
Bushings replaced when the car was lowered and the rest of the suspension is nice and tight.
NEW ! POWER Disc brakes installed up front , slotted and drilled. Break lines redone.
Rear brakes rebuilt with less than 2000 miles on them.
New fuel lines, pump and Gas tank plumbed for EFI if desired in the future.
New AUTOGAGE instrument gauges, all work.
The car has been lowered 2" . Tires up front are brand new. Rears have less than 2000 miles on them.
The car has just been aligned. Brand new shocks.  All glass is good/ Windows roll up and down.
The car is mechanically a great car and I was then going to concentrate on the interior but then I got laid off.

I wanted the car to be a great reliable driver first and that is what it is now. Drives great. Sounds like the 60's with the custom exhaust.


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Here’s what I would have done and or needs doing:
Drive it as it is or...

The convertible top canvas needs replacing( I have a replacement header bow that comes with the car). Also the top was working fine up until a week ago. Probably a fuse. I have not replaced it. So I just manually do it. The interior upholstery is dirty and has nicks and a tear on one of the seats. Carpet has been cut to install the shifter. I would replace it.
Dash cracked from sun. No radio. Car has a few little little rust spots  but not real noticeable. In the trunk lower side panel on the left side has rust but not noticeable from outside vehicle ( panel can be replaced if you cared to) Drivers door lock sometimes doesn’t work. May need lubricating?  I was inspecting  it and that is why the door panel inside is missing.  I didn’t put it back on cause I always intended to replace the interior. I through it out. Turn signal unit in steering column needs replacing BUT I have a brand new unit to go in that comes with car. Easy install.
The Endura bumper could be fitter better...the body to bumper gaps are a little wider than I would like, but it looks good overall.
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ALL THE HARD WORK IS DONE.. I tried to describe the car as best I can and with what I know. But I encourage buyers to ask as many questions as you have.

And also included in the auction...

I have a red Chevelle (1968 A body) seat upholstery kit un-used that will come with the car ( front and rear seats and front and rear door panels, with side arm rest, conv. well covers and rear side panels...and a red carpet ) I got as a deal from a guy who never installed it in his car. I was going to install it in mine, but I never got around to it. So I will include it in the auction. Or you can just sell the red interior and get your own if you want.


PAYMENT:Non Refundable Deposit of 500.00 due with in 24 hours paid via Paypal. And a balance to be paid by Cashiers check with in 7 days.

I’m not a dealer so car is sold AS IS, no warranty implied or stated. Prefer you pick it up but I will ship it at owners expense. I know some shippers and the cost varies such as 600 dollars to 1500.00, maybe more depending on location.   My zip code is 93001, Ventura, California.

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