If you’ve been watching the market for mid-1960s Pontiacs, you already know how quickly clean, affordable project cars are disappearing. This 1967 Pontiac LeMans currently listed in Kingston offers an increasingly rare chance to pick up a solid foundation without paying GTO money, making it an appealing winter project for the right buyer. You can see it listed here on craigslist, thanks for the tip, Curvette!
According to the seller, this LeMans is described as a solid southern car that has been stored under cover, an important detail for anyone concerned about major structural issues. The body is said to be straight, with the front nose noted as being in very good shape. All of the glass is reportedly intact, including the windshield, and the trunk area is described as good, which are often problem areas on cars of this era.
Power originally comes from a 326 cubic-inch V8 backed by an automatic transmission. At the moment, the car does not run. The seller explains that the engine was partially disassembled by a previous owner for inspection, but most of the major components—such as the starter, alternator, and power steering pump—are still present. That means this is a true project, but not necessarily a lost cause, especially for someone comfortable reassembling or replacing an engine.
Inside, the LeMans is currently fitted with front bucket seats and a rear seat from a 1970 GTO, giving it a more performance-oriented feel than a standard LeMans interior. The seller does disclose rust in the driver’s front floor area and under the vinyl roof, which is fairly typical for these cars and something buyers should factor into their plans. The rest of the car is positioned as a solid starting point rather than a full-scale rust repair job.
The seller also points out what many Pontiac fans already know: 1966 and 1967 LeMans and Tempest models are becoming harder to find, especially at this price point. Because of their shared body lines with the GTO, they’ve long been popular candidates for tasteful tributes or resto-mod builds. In fact, the seller notes this LeMans would make a good GTO tribute and even mentions having additional Pontiac parts available, including a console with a His & Hers shifter and alternate seats, available separately.
With a clean title in the seller’s name and an asking price of $4,950, this LeMans represents a relatively accessible entry into the classic Pontiac world. For buyers willing to put in the work, it could be the start of something far more interesting than its current condition suggests.
It appears to be rougher than the seller suggests, the visible rust is pretty advanced, if the trunk is really rust free, why not take 30 seconds to remove the rubberized trunk mat, which was designed to trap moisture. The desirable parts listed in the ad, which can be bought separately, likely won’t be inexpensive. The engine accessories which have been removed aren’t particularly valuable, it’s the brackets that get expensive to track down.
Whether it’s for a clone or something else if I could afford it, I’d keep looking for a better foundation with less rust, you’d save time and money in the long run.
Steve R
Please Lord no more GTO tributes!!
To much work just to get back to a LeMans…not for me
Would take a LeMans or Tempest over a GTO any day..the grill and taillights have more personality and style.So no GTO tribute for me please..keep it LeMans :P
The seller said it had been stored under..I’d say that cover leaked like a sieve!
Lemans, as noted above, are sharp cars. Why pretend it is something it is not. That 326 was a great engine, if it could be cheaply rebuilt, I would go that way, otherwise, just get a 350 crate engine. I assume it will bolt right in. The small block would be better then a 389, in my opinion. I would build a moderate powered small block, add vintage air, rebuild the suspension with modern compnents, and have a great road car. GTOs were great in a drag race, but bad around a corner. My car would be a better car all around. A really fun idea would be an OHC six, but to find and rebuild one of those might be almost impossible today. i drove one once with a 2bbl carb and a stick. It was amazing, and looked great when the hood was propped open.
Restore as a LeMans. I’d be happy with a 326 2 speed as a cruiser. Gotta have a dual exhaust and Pontiac rallies though.
I’m glad to see that I’m not the only one who is sick of the clone or tribute thing. These cars are beautiful and collectable in their on right. I would far rather have an original Le Mans or Tempest than a fake GTO. Besides, for the investment to end up with a “tribute” you could have had what you’re trying to duplicate. It’s such a shame that these cars can’t just be restored and appreciated.
not sure the seller understands the definition of word solid. i see holes in the floors and trunk that could be loaded with rust. the motor sitting under the hood is junk being exposed like that. has anyone ever seen a speedo rust like that? i know i haven’t. sorry to say this could a parts car at this point but at 5k they hard pressed to find any takers. i could be wrong. i truly hope it does not go down the gto transformation road. there are enough fakes to last a life time
Owned one with same exterior and drive setup senior year of HS and when I started college. Would love another one, but this one is too far gone.
Hmmm…A solid Southern car with rusty floors and trunk. And a rusty brake pedal, shift lever, glove box, and dash? You are probably not going to find a restorable GTO for $4950, but it would take GTO money to restore this Lemans.
Stored undercover ? =(not seen from street ) outside in the weeds. Look at the rust stains from the rain on side of roof . Whole thing too rusty….no thanks
I always laugh when I see “solid southern car”. They rust from the inside out down there. Look at the gauges even.