1968 Pontiac Gto #'s Matching 400 4 Speed on 2040-cars
Saltville, Virginia, United States
FOR AUCTION
1968 GTO project car. The car has had the original 400 rebuilt and bored .030 over. 650 cfm holley carb replaced the original Rochester quadrajet electronic ignition replaced the original points style. The car is a non A/C, hood tach, non hideaway headlight #'S matching 400 4 speed GTO that with the right person skilled in auto body mechanic work could be a very valuable classic car. I took a torch to a boneyard 69 gto and cut the complete rear quarter to replace the the damage to the quarter on my 68 ( marker lights are different on the two years but is not a big issue to change) the frame can be straightened in the back corner drivers side where it is bent. the 68 also needs a dash harness for the electrical. I have collected many spare parts for this car over the years and they include a complete replacement dash, floor pans for the front floor on both sides, spare back glass and 1/4 glass to name a few. This is my first car. I have had the intentions to finish it for many years but the practical side knows that my sentimental attachment to this beast of a car will only make its condition worse by letting it set any longer. Feel free to call for any further information. 276-698-6386 |
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