1966 Pontiac Gto on 2040-cars

1966 Pontiac GTO This is an original 1966 Pontiac 4 speed GTO Hardtop Coupe VIN # 242 XXXX105606 Limited Slip Differential Meticulously restored as “modified” or Resto-Mod.This car was not restored to be a Show Car or Trailer Queen (however with the exception of some minor paint flaws, it very well could be).It was restored to be a beautiful, fun and exciting “driver” that is dependable, powerful, capable as a head turner while both traveling down the road and when parked.! Highlights of the modifications during the restoration include: To further accentuate the beautiful design lines, the door handles have been shaved and automatic door openers installed. "Pacific Blue" is the hue first made popular on the Jaguar S class. This beautiful and highly reflective color is finished in base coat/clear coat, and is gorgeous both in or out of the sun light. New rubber gaskets and seals include door seals, roof rails, trunk seal, u-jamb seals, quarter window, cowl, sash channel, vent window, window sweeps, door handle/lock cylinder gaskets, and the accessory bumper kit are all installed new. The body and frame were stripped to bare metal, then brought back to it’s present condition. It has polyurethane bushings used throughout, new coil springs installed, cut to a custom ride height, and all new body mounts. A new wiring harness was installed, including a new fuse block. The trunk can be opened either remotely by a button in the glove box, or key, a true Pontiac icon from the era a working hood tach was also added for its visual appeal. The hand crafted custom interior is definitely show quality! Upholstered in a black and gray, faux suede, with perfectly matching junction points. Many custom touches including Pontiac logos, done in red, on each seat. There are twin seat consoles, the front contains the Pioneer CD Tuner and engine gauges, one rear console for storage, an additional overhead lighted console features custom front and rear lighting. Custom speaker enclosures hide Infinity speakers in the doors and package tray, an Infinity BassLink mounted in the trunk completes the audio system. The steering wheel is a Billet Specialties Chicayne with 1/2 wrap black leather, with a LeCarra Billet hub and horn button. Bright engine turned aluminium dash. The ultra thick carpet is black, with matching black mats. The trunk is finished in a matching black carpet, with “GTO” embossed in the trunk lid top liner, matching black carpet cover for the spare tire. The trunk includes a mount for the nitrous tank (the line is run to the engine bay) and everything is ready to hook up if and when you want! There is also an electronic pulsating light in the trunk, and the battery has been relocated there as well. The GTO is powered by a completely rebuilt Pontiac 400 Over bored .30 to 4072 ci. Heads are 1967 670s Carter AFB 4 bbl carb precisely tuned for this application. It has roller rocker arms), and electric fuel pump. All pulleys, brackets and engine bolts have been striped and nickel plated. A gear reduction mini starter insures powerful and easy starts. Engine is cooled by an all aluminum JEGS radiator. The average engine temperature while cruising is 185 - 195 degrees. Power is transfered to the ground by a Borg Warner T5 5 speed transmission, the short throw of the Hurst shifter makes this one fun car to drive. Flowmaster 40 series mufflers and custom 2 1/2 exhaust system makes it sound as good it looks and drives, while the Pertronix Flame Thrower HEI distributor delivers plenty of spark. The GTO drives and stops straight with added front disc brakes, does not needlessly drift, and the 17" Boyd Coddington "Stingray" wheels insures it corners very nicely.The gas tank and fuel lines are all new. The rear brakes are new, as well as the front. The front brakes are ’72 GTO disc, with In Line Tube adjustable proportioning valve. The sound system is a Pioneer DEH-P59001B (Blue Tooth ready, Sirius ready, plenty more features), with Infinity (four) speakers, and Infinity base boost (trunk). 245/45 ZR17 98W (front) and 255/45 ZR17 98W (rear) Kumho tires mounted on 17” x 8” Boyd Coddington Stingray wheels with locking 7/16” bullet lugs give this Goat a look and stance you could only dream about in ’66! ENGINE Pontiac 400 (over bored .30) 1967 #670 Heads Completely remanufactured by Auto Machine & Parts, Orlando, FL (Work invoice available upon request) Carb-Carter AFB, completely rebuilt and calibrated Centerforce Performance Clutch Comp Cam (Hydraulic Lifters) Powder Coated intake, timing cover, oil pan & bracket Brackets, pulleys, bolts and washers have been nickel plated.