General Information
Year
1968
Make
Pontiac
Model
GTO
Color
Original Cameo Ivory with Black Interior
History
I purchased the project in 2009 in a small town in Washington, PHS documents and build sheet show the car was originally sold in Longview WA, not far from where I purchased the car. There were at least 3 owners prior to me, based on my discussions with the seller.
1968 Pontiac GTO (Original Cameo Ivory with Black Interior)
Modifications
Drivetrain
1971 400 block, 68 #16 heads, 68 stock manifold, bored .030 over, roller tip rockers, comp cams XE268H, enlarged exhaust valves, headers, pertronix flamethrower ignition, correct quadrajet, original TH400, headers, 2.5" magnaflow exhaust
Interior
The interior was a mess when I purchased the car - replaced the rotted door panels with Legendary Auto Interiors pre-assembled door panels. I upgraded the front seatbelts with Morris Classic concepts 3-pt retractable. I upgraded to LED lights throughout and replaced all wiring. Also, did not install the wood grain on the dash.
Exterior
Eliminated the vinyl top, changed the color, added the hood tach, changed tail lights and turn signals to LED.
Audio
Old school 6x9's in the back with Performance Years AM/FM radio RPZ187A, I extended the aux jack to the console to allow a phone plug in out of sight and used a hidden interior antenna.
Suspension
Upgraded to Front Disc brakes
Upgraded to power brakes
Urethane Bushings, new springs
Upgraded to Auburn Gear limited slip (original rear housing)
New springs all around (front is sitting a bit high...)
Upgraded to power brakes
Urethane Bushings, new springs
Upgraded to Auburn Gear limited slip (original rear housing)
New springs all around (front is sitting a bit high...)
Wheel and Tire
15x7 repro Rally II's with correct lug nuts and center caps, no dress rings. Cooper Cobra 235/70R15 on the back and 215/70R15's on the front.
