The Grand Prix was Pontiac’s submission within the personal-luxury coupe world after watching Buick obtain approval to supply the Riviera. Over time, the Grand Prix misplaced its method and have become considerably of a bloated chariot (albeit a particular one). Nevertheless, for 1969, Pontiac engineers have been granted a stretched A-body platform known as the G-body, and the Grand Prix was in a position to strut its stuff as a novel take within the phase. Considered one of these items of Poncho historical past, a 428-powered 1969 Grand Prix, is accessible now on AutoHunter, the net public sale platform powered by ClassicCars.com. Backed by a TH400 three-speed computerized transmission, this GP options bucket seats, heart console with manufacturing unit computerized/guide shifter, air con, upgraded stereo, and extra. Completed in Palladium Silver with black vinyl prime over a black vinyl inside, this Grand Prix comes with a transparent title within the vendor’s title.
Below earlier possession, the outside was refinished within the authentic coloration of Palladium Silver. Options embody black vinyl prime, driver-side mirror, and wheel nicely and rocker trim.
A set of 15-inch Pontiac Rally II wheels is wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
The entrance and rear seats are upholstered in black vinyl. Options embody heart console with Rally Sports activities Pace Shifter, tilt steering column, air con (with new blower motor and HVAC controls), and RetroSound AM/FM/AUX radio that was put in in October 2022. The dashboard and heart console have been restored in 2022.
The instrument panel features a 140-mph speedometer, clock, and gauges for the gas degree, coolant temperature, and oil strain. The odometer presently reads 97,750 miles.
Energy is offered by a period-correct 428cid V8 backed by a TH400 three-speed computerized transmission.
This car was factory-equipped with an impartial entrance suspension and a strong rear-drive axle. Braking is offered by energy entrance discs and rear drums. Like all 1969 Grand Prixs, this car breathes by way of a twin exhaust system.
Bidding for this good-looking 428-powered 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix closes on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. (PDT).
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