This 1965 Pontiac GTO convertible was refurbished by A&R Restoration. Refurbishment work consisted of rebuilding the engine, overhauling the chassis, repainting the body in Palmetto Green Metallic, and re-trimming the interior in black vinyl. The car is powered by a 389ci V8 fitted with triple Rochester two-barrel carburetors and linked with a Muncie four-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes a black convertible top, power steering, power front disc brakes, 14″ Rally I wheels, a center console, a digital stereo, woodgrain trim, and a dual exhaust system.
The 389ci V8 have been rebuilt and features an aluminum radiator, a tri-power intake manifold, triple Rochester two-barrel carburetors, and chrome valve covers. According to the PHS documents, the car was factory-equipped with a four-barrel carburetor.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Muncie four-speed manual transmission and a 10-bolt rear axle. A replacement dual exhaust system is fitted.
A reproduction window sticker, the manufacturer’s literature, a build sheet, PHS documents, workshop manuals, a Goodguys Muscle Car of the Year Finalist Award, and a 2014 Goodguys Goodtimes Gazette featuring the car are included in the sale.
An intake manifold, a spare push-button AM radio, a Missouri license plate, and a four-barrel carburetor are also included.
The car left the factory finished in Palmetto Green Metallic (H) and was repainted during the refurbishment. Details include a black convertible top, a hood scoop, GTO badging, vertically stacked headlights, a split front grille, and chrome bumpers.
The 14″ Rally I wheels wear chrome trim rings and center caps and are mounted with 205/75 BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial redline tires. A matching spare is located in the trunk. The car is equipped with power steering, and braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums.
The front bucket and rear bench were reupholstered in black vinyl joined by a color-coordinated dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Appointments include a heater, a passenger grab handle, a Hurst shifter, a center console, and a retro-look digital stereo.
The wood-rimmed steering wheel sits ahead of a woodgrain dashboard fascia and frames a 120-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and a multi-function gauge. An aftermarket coolant temperature readout is located beneath the center of the dashboard.
The five-digit odometer shows 58k miles, total mileage is unknown.
