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1963 Pontiac Bonneville 2 Door Convertible V8 Excellent Condition! on 2040-cars

US $49,900.00
Year:1963 Mileage:28636 Color: Nocturn Blue /
 Blue
Location:

Warrensburg, Missouri, United States

Warrensburg, Missouri, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:389 V8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 863A29704
Year: 1963
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Bonneville
Trim: 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Power Steering, Power Brakes, Air Conditioning
Mileage: 28,636
Exterior Color: Nocturn Blue
Interior Color: Blue

 This mint condition laser straight Pontiac Bonneville convertible was sold new in 1963, went to 2nd owner in 1966 (who held it till 2007), then sold it a third owner who restored it to its original factory look. In 2014, this immaculate car found its way into our showroom at Happy Days Dream Cars, in Warrensburg, Missouri. Once here, we added a cosmetic detail of the entire engine bay to bring it to the absolute pristine state seen before you today. With all the careful treatment this car has received over its lifetime, it is clearly one of the nicest on the planet and best of all, the car retains extensive documentation. We repeat-extensive documentation! Included with purchase are the PHS documents, Factory Build Sheet, 1963 Pontiac and Tempest Owner Protection Plan w/Factory Pontiac Ident-0-Plate, a copy of "Pontiac's 1963 Engineering Story", the original 1963 Pontiac Owners Guide, Pontiac and Tempest Body Shop Manual, 1963 Pontiac Chassis Shop Manual, Automatic Transmission Service Guide, A/C Shop Manual, restoration receipts, service records, window sticker, and official technical data letters from Pontiac. This is a very nice example of a ’63 Pontiac “Bonnie” convertible and certainly one we are proud to have for sale in our showroom along with our many other classic automobiles!

(NOTE: Miles on odometer are NOT verified)

Features, Options and Accessories:

Engine/Drivetrain:

  • 389 C.I.D. V8
  • Four barrel carburetor
  • Rebuilt Hydra-matic automatic transmission
  • Power steering (501)
  • Power brakes (502)

Interior: (Amazing condition!)

  • Newly upholstered bucket seats (Two-tone Blue vinyl)
  • Floor shift automatic
  • Locking center console with unique "manifold vacuum" gauge (see picture)
  • Blue carpet
  • Circ-L-Aire factory air conditioning
  • Deluxe padded dash
  • Beautiful instrument panel, gauges include: 120mph speedometer, fuel and battery
  • Electric clock
  • Original steering wheel
  • Iconic grab bar located on passenger side of dash (remember these?)
  • Power convertible top
  • Interior courtesy light group
  • Super Deluxe 5 push-button AM radio w/rear speaker and reverb (+old school FM converter box strategically mounted in glove box)
  • Restored jack with original style spare
  • A unique feature is the trunk light is detachable and has a little extension cord

Exterior:

  • Nocturn Blue exterior paint (Excellent overall!)
  • All body panels are laser straight!
  • New power convertible top
  • Remote operated chrome driver side mirror
  • Body side trim in very nice condition
  • Tinted glass
  • Rides on Firestone P215 75R/14" tires

**Overall stunning condition; well documented classic convertible in tip top shape! New paint, new upholstery, new top, complete PHS documentation. Bid with confidence!

DISCLAMER - This vehicle is being sold 'as-is/where-is' with no warranty expressed or implied. I strongly encourage all bidders to email us with your questions. You may also consider hiring an independent inspector to come examine the car before bidding/purchasing the car-additionally, ALL inspections must be complete prior to the end of the auction ending. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due within 24-hours of auction closing or the "buy it now" feature.  The remaining balance is due within 7-days. Once paid for, we can store the car for up to 30-days and can assist the shipper with loading the vehicle. Also note buyer is responsible for ALL shipping and delivery expenses. We reserve the right to cancel the auction as the car is for sale locally.


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