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1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

United States USA
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Bid to USD $42,250 on 1/24/25comments-icon36Comments
1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

A repaint in Montero Red is believed to have occurred in the 1990s. Exterior features include a chrome driver’s side-view mirror, dual exhausts, a hood with a functional scoop, and a power-operated white soft top. The seller states that the soft top motor, switch, and pistons were replaced in 2016. Paint bubbling is noted on the driver’s door.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

Rally II 14″ wheels with PMC-branded center caps and chrome trim rings are mounted with reproduction Firestone redline tires. A full-size spare is housed in the trunk. Braking is handled by unassisted four-wheel drums, and the seller notes the front wheel cylinders and hoses were replaced in preparation for the sale.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

The seating surfaces are trimmed in black vinyl. The car is equipped with lap belts for all occupants as well as an aftermarket Pontiac-branded AM/FM radio with an auxiliary input.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

A two-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of a woodgrain instrument panel housing a 120-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. Three Auto Gage instruments are mounted under the dash. The five-digit odometer shows 49k miles, fewer than 100 of which were added under current ownership.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

The replacement 389ci V8 is equipped with three Rochester two-barrel carburetors and was rated at 360 horsepower and 424 lb-ft of torque. An MSD distributor is installed, and the choke diaphragm housing is broken. The fuel pump, starter, and spark plugs were replaced in 2022, and the seller states the fuel tank and sending unit were replaced in 2024. The removed distributor will accompany the car.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

Power is routed to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and an optional Safe-T-Track differential.

1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible 389 Tri-Power 4-Speed

Documentation from Pontiac Historic Services identifying factory options and equipment is included in the sale.

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Auction Result

High Bid USD $42,250 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended January 24, 2025 at 2:35PM PT
Bids 14
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Seller: Cavproperties
Location: Houston, Texas 77025
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Listing Details
  • Chassis: 242676P261111
  • 49k Miles Shown, TMU
  • Replacement 389ci V8
  • Tri-Power Induction
  • Four-Speed Manual Transmission
  • 3.55:1 Safe-T-Track Differential
  • Red Paintwork
  • Power-Operated White Soft Top
  • Black Vinyl Upholstery
  • 14" Rally II-Style Wheels w/Chrome Trim Rings
  • Unassisted Four-Wheel Drum Brakes
  • Pontiac-Branded AM/FM/Cassette Radio
  • PHS Documentation
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #178254