1969 Pontiac Gto on 2040-cars
Torrington, Connecticut, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:400 4bbl 350HP
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Green
Make: Pontiac
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: GTO
Trim: 2 door coupe
Drive Type: rear
Mileage: 22,475
Sub Model: GTO
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Verdoro Green
This 1969 GTO is PHS documented. It left the factory with:
TURB/HYDR
TAPE STEREO (no longer with the car)
MORR-VISOR-R
BELTS-DELUXE
CONSOLE
DICK LID-CON (works)
DISC-BRKS-F
H/RESTRAINTS
MATS-FL-FRT (no longer with the car)
RADIO-P/B (no longer original and doesn't work)
COV-HEADLAMP
MIRROR-REMOT
WHLS-RALLY2
RALLY GA"CL
PWR STRG W/T
GLASS-S/R-WS
SPG"SHKS-R/H
AIR CLNR H/D
The car still retains it's original vin number matching 400. The intake was changed to that of a '68 model year and the carb was changed to a 4 speed version (7028273 XX 0569 this has been through a rebuilder at one time and all parts are not 100% correct). 4 tube headers were added with a custom 2 1/2 dual exhaust. other engine dress up items were also added. it runs well. the engine is backed up by the TH400 and a 3.55 open 8.2 rear.
The body is in overall good shape. the trim is in good shape. It looks to be an older repaint. the verdoro green paint is faded and some rust is present. some bubbles are on the drivers rear of the hood (the understructure is good and has not been "folded"), lower rear drivers door, and right rear quarter. there is rust at the wheel opening and wheel well of the pass rear. pictures are posted of these areas. the underneath of the car, frame, floors, etc. looks good. I replaced the trunk lid with a very rust free LeMans unit and added new reproduction GTO emblem. the paint doesn't quite match. I have the trim for the trunk lid and it's in good shape, as you can see it hasn't been reinstalled though. the rear bumper and bolts have been replaced with reproduction units.
The previous owner put alot of money into the interior. Both front door pannels and rear side pannels are new. The front and rear seat padding along with the upholstery is new. the carpet is new. the original head liner has some stiching comming undone in the right rear. a new headliner and material for the visors are included (not installed). the dash is in good overall shape.
The previous owner also replaced with new parts: power brake booster, master cylinder, brake hard lines, brake rubber hoses, front calipers, and brake pads.
I added 14x6 rally II wheels (not original '69) with new trim rings, center caps, and lug nuts. two new tires were also installed. the other two have about 50% tread.
I took a couple of videos, with a not so great camera, showing the hide-a-ways working, of the oil pressure guage, and a cold and hot start up and running with a quick walk around. they are not so great, but the best I could do with what I have.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40bIImyUu2U
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPNtBwZRYhM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQaQW5_4tHE
I have a NC title for this car (not in my name). It is currently registered in my name in CT. CT does not issue a title for a vehicle this old.
A non refundable deposit of $500.00 is due within 24 hours of the end of the auction via paypal. The balance is due within 7 days of the end of the auction, in the form of cash or check. Neither the car, nor any paperwork for the car, will be released until all of the funds have cleared my bank. The pickup/shipping of the car and it's expense is the sole responsibility of the buyer. It will be from my residance in CT.
this car is being sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. all sales are final. the odometer reading listed is what is desplayed currently. the odometer has exceeded it's mechanical limits. i have described this car to the best of my ability/knowledge. opinions are subjective and i encourage anyone to ask all questions and be satisfied with the answers before bidding. the car is available for viewing during my non working hours. those are evenings and sundays.
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