1968 Pontiac GTO

Description

A bold custom color instantly gets this 1968 Pontiac GTO noticed. But when you realize that this has its numbers-matching V8, four-on-the-floor, and an A/C interior, then you start to realize that this muscle car's boldness is only a fraction of its total appeal.

There were a few shades of yellow at Pontiac in 1968, but none were as vivid as this. Instead, you're looking at a modern color with a modern clearcoat application done in 2012. When you pay for quality, it lasts, and so it remains vibrant today. Plus, all the brightwork and badging is new to keep the whole package looking fresh. This color was not only a good choice to grab attention, but it also makes for a great contrast for the darker pieces. So extra attention now also goes to notable features like the premium black vinyl roof and desirable hidden headlight front end. And as a real-deal GTO, it has all the other aggressive pieces you love, like the dual air scoops in the hood, hood pins, flared fenders, and iconic Rally II wheels.

Because all the black accenting looks so good against the yellow on the outside, you also have a full blackout waiting for you on the inside. And once you open the door, you see more signs that the right care and investments went into this coupe. The black looks deep and dark on the fundamentals, including the seats, door panels, headliner, and dash pad. There's some nice wood trim to keep the vintage vibe going. And you'll see that classic style can have its rewards, too. For example, the AM/FM radio is still cranking out tunes, and the factory air conditioning controls supply cold air from modern R134a refrigerant. In fact, the only upgrade you may really see is the oil pressure gauges. It's a reminder that this is a driver's machine. Of course, you also feel that performance tingle from plenty of classic features, like the bucket seats, center console, floor shifter, wood-rimmed steering wheel, tilt column, and large round gauges with speedo and tach.

It wouldn't be a '68 GTO without the big 400 cubic-inch V8 under the hood, and this is the numbers-matching motor! It looks great filling out the tidy engine bay with its shiny valve covers and correct turquoise block. Plus, the good-looking condition of fundamentals like the alternator, PS pump, fans, belts, hoses, and much more add to both the overall clean presentation as well as the telltale of a well-maintained motor. The mighty V8 inhales deeply with the Rochester Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor, and it exhales with authority from the dual exhaust. You get to make the most of this power and rumbling soundtrack with the control of the four-speed manual transmission. Add in power steering, power brakes, front discs, and BF Goodrich T/As, and you have a classic coupe that's easy to enjoy any time.

The sale comes complete with the owner's manual, build receipts, and some maintenance records going back to when this was new in Texas. This is the GTO that has the upgrades where you want it, and the history where you love it. So if you've dreamed of a terrific muscle machine, you better hurry on this one before it's gone. Call today!!!