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Rare & Absolutely Mint! Ram-air, Supercharged Grand Prix Slp/gtx on 2040-cars

US $19,900.00
Year:1997 Mileage:41200
Location:

Collierville, Tennessee, United States

Collierville, Tennessee, United States
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  • Year: 1997
  • Mileage: 41200
  • VIN: 1G2WP1212VF250043
  • Primary color: Black
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  • Engine: 3.8 Liter V6

Ram Air, Supercharged Grand Prix GTX. Rare and Factory Tuned by SLP!

Unsure of your next collector car? Is this your first foray into the collector car hobby? Just want something different or unique, while still affordable? Glad you stopped by!

Art and Speed is proud to showcase the next "big thing." While still under the muscle car market radar, this extremely rare, showroom condition, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Ram Air GTX tuned by SLP will most certainly go down as one of the few collectible cars from the 1990s. So, what's rare about a 1997 Grand Prix? How many supercharged, 240 horsepower, 3.8 liter V6s do you remember seeing on the street? How many factory-endorsed SLP tuned cars PERIOD do you remember? A few special Trans Ams maybe, which have become very collectible, but not many. In case you are wondering, SLP ("Street Legal Performance") took only high optioned Grand Prixs, then "tuned" the unique cars by adding a functional, composite RAM AIR hood with twin scoops, much like the well received 1995 300 GPX show car, forced air induction system with K&N filter, adding ten additional horsepower. Then, special badging included GTX RAM AIR nameplates, and two GTX RAM AIR key fobs were included, all at an additional $2500 above the factory MSRP of $24,380. Optional content, which this car has, included the $799 SLP free flow cat-back, stainless steel exhaust system with dual outlets and dual tips, adding an ADDITIONAL ten horsepower. Other options on this particular car included the very rare GTX RAM AIR front and rear floor mats, and chrome 17" GTX wheels.

So, see what we mean when we say extremely rare? Now, let's up the ante. The SLP option wasn't available for 1997. This owner, original by the way, shipped his 1997 Grand Prix GTP to SLP in March of 2000 for the holy "conversion" if you will. So, is this car a one of one 1997 Grand Prix tuned by SLP? We honestly don't know but if it isn't, how many could realistically be out there? VERY rare car indeed!

As with all Art & Speed automobiles, this Grand Prix GTX represents the "cream of the crop". All documentation since original purchase comes with the car including window sticker, all SLP documentation and receipts, every single service and maintenance ever done, including every oil and filter change. This meticulously maintained performance car has accumulated just over 41,000 miles since new and is virtually flawless. Never wrecked or damaged, its deep black finish is without compromise. Trust us, you will not be disappointed in this spectacular automobile. Contact Art & Speed today at 901-850-0507.

About Us

Art & Speed offers fine collectible automobiles, from original survivor to quality driver, show, and investment cars. We specialize in muscle cars, 50s and 60s classics, as well as modern performance, luxury and exotic cars.

Through our network of resources and professional restoration services, Art & Speed can also help you locate that special car you have been searching for. Or let us build the car of your dreams.

Art & Speed not only buys quality collector cars, but we also offer a consignment program for our clients who want to sell one car or a complete collection. Employing technology, we market your car to the broadest international audience possible. Art & Speed can also assist you in changing the composition of your current collection. We offer both buyer and seller agent services and can take your car to major auction events for maximum exposure.

Warranty

This vehicle is being sold as-is, where-is with no warranty expressed, written or implied. Although we make every effort to describe each vehicle as accurately as possible, any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

Terms & Conditions

We reserve the right to end this auction/listing at any time as the vehicle is available for sale in our showroom as well as other internet venues.
Deposit of $500 required within 24 hours of auction close. Deposits are not refunded unless the vehicle does not match our description. All vehicles must be paid in full within 5 business days via certified bank funds or wire transfer. Shipping is not included in price. However we will assist the buyer with arranging shipping. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs.

Please call (901) 483-4633 with any questions.

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