GTO

Barn Find Project: 1969 Pontiac GTO

The story of Pontiac’s vaunted GTO is an oft-told tale, so I won’t revisit it today. This will be more of a “Yikes, what happened here?” GTO story. The seller tells us, “What you see, is what you get”… more»

Fresh Paint: 1968 Pontiac GTO

It is sometimes challenging to pick a classic’s single greatest attribute. Such is the case with this 1968 Pontiac GTO. From its spotless new paint to its immaculate retrimmed interior, it seems to tick the boxes enthusiasts prefer. However,… more»

Which Motor? 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible

Total originality is often a key selection criterion when assessing the relative worth of a desirable classic like this 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible. The closer it is to its factory form, the better its long-term investment potential will typically… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”

The word “iconic” is probably one of the most overused in the classic world. However, few can better describe Pontiac’s GTO “The Judge.” It became a staple of the muscle car sector, and pristine examples invariably command plenty of… more»

Solid Tri-Power Project: 1965 Pontiac GTO

A Pontiac GTO is often near the top of the list of those searching for a vintage GM muscle car to take on as a project, and this 1965 model sure seems to tick a lot of the right… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac GTO

Some classics tick so many of the right boxes that they prove irresistible to potential buyers. Take this 1969 Pontiac GTO as a prime example. It presents exceptionally well as a high-end driver. It appears to be rock-solid, and… more»

Stored Since ’86: Running 1969 Pontiac GTO

Pontiac’s GTO is considered the Godfather of mid-size muscle cars. It rose to fame in 1964 and peaked in sales at 100,000 units in 1966. The 1969 model year was the last year of large production numbers before the… more»

Unfinished Restoration: 1966 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 model year was significant for the Pontiac GTO. The company granted the classic that is often recognized as the father of the muscle car standalone model status. That makes vehicles from that year some of the most… more»

Basement Find: 1970 Pontiac GTO Drop-Top

The 1970 model year was perhaps the pinnacle of muscle car production. Rising insurance premiums, shrinking compression ratios, and tightening Federal emissions regulations would soon see demand drop off. The Pontiac GTO was still the godfather of the performance… more»

400 Ram Air/4-Speed: 1969 Pontiac GTO The Judge

When Pontiac released the GTO “The Judge” in 1969, buyers could initially order their new purchase in any color they liked…as long as it was Carousel Red. The company added additional shades later that year, but Carousel Red became… more»

400/6-Speed: 1967 Pontiac GTO

If a classic muscle car is on your shopping list but originality isn’t a key selection criterion, this 1967 Pontiac GTO deserves a close look. The seller holds documentation confirming it is the real deal, but the upgrades performed… more»

41k Original Miles: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”

“Iconic” is one of the words that many believe is overused in the classic world, but there are probably none more appropriate when describing the 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge.” Initially conceived as a low-cost package allowing the GTO… more»

400 Tri-Power: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Widely regarded as the father of the muscle car, pristine examples of the First Generation Pontiac GTO typically command impressive prices. This 1967 GTO proves that even when modified, these classics generate significant interest when they hit the market…. more»

Former Museum Dweller: 1968 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO is credited with starting the mid-size muscle car movement in the mid-1960s. And would remain a top seller in the field although growing competition would limit its sales record to the 1966 model year. The car… more»

Genuine 389 Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac GTO

Ah, the 1965 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power! It is one of a handful of American classics that has deservedly earned legend status. It hailed from an era when John DeLorean strived to establish Pontiac as the performance marque in the… more»

Tri-Power Drop-Top: 1966 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 model year would be the best ever for the Pontiac GTO. Launched in 1964, nearly 97,000 copies were built in ’66 when the GTO was promoted to series status over being an option on the Tempest/LeMans. A… more»

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