1970 Pontiac GTO

Hardtop

455HO

Manual

242370B110636

Clear

Gasoline

To start with, let me first say that I understand that there is a lot of information in my ad. I also understand that this may be boring to the person who is just looking and not buying. However, for the person who is looking to buy and spend their hard earned money, I feel that there is never too much information. As to myself, I am not a dealer, just a (62) year old kid that loves muscle cars. For my work, I manage a Correctional Facility here in Maine and have worked there for (39) years. I am also a respected member of my community. I mention this only because of the value of this car and so that prospective buyers will have some idea as to who they are dealing with. Also, please check out my eBay feedback which is 100% with (835) transactions. Many of those have been muscle cars which I have sold to individuals all over the country as well as Canada, England, Switzerland and Australia. Just some quick history on the GTO: The Pontiac GTO is considered by many as the first true muscle car. Whereas other manufacturers were concentrating on their full size lines, Pontiac saw the potential for dropping a big block engine into an intermediate frame and marketing it at a budget price. Pontiac sneaked past the GM restriction on this combination by making the GTO an option on the Tempest model, creating the hottest performance machine yet. The GTO sold in great numbers and would fuel the competition between GM, Ford, and Chrysler that would keep the muscle car industry thriving for years to come. The GTO would later evolve into the Judge, an extroverted option package of the blotted GTO, and would continue the tradition until the GTO died an embarrassing death in 1974. The debate still rages on whether the Ram Air IV or 455 H.O. was the best GTO engine of all time, but one thing is clear: the choice was only offered in 1970. Production Number Totals for 1970 GTO: Produced: 40,149 With 455 (L75) & 4-Speed (M20 & M21): 1,761 or .0439% With 455 (L75) and 4-Speed (M20 & M21) & Ram Air (T42): 302 or .0075% Engines for 1970: Disp Carb Max Power (gross) Max Torque (gross) Standard 350hp 400 1-4BBL 350hp @ 5000rpm 445ft-lb @ 3000rpm Optional Ram-Air III 400 1-4BBL 366hp @ 5100rpm 445ft-lb @ 3600rpm Optional Ram-Air IV 400 1-4BBL 370hp @ 5500rpm 445ft-lb @ 3900rpm Optional 455ci 455 1-4BBL 360hp @ 4300rpm 500ft-lb @ 2700rpm Performance for 1970: 0-60 mph 1/4 mile Equipment Source 6.6 sec 15.0 @ 96.5mph 360hp 455HO, 3.31 rear Car & Driver There is tons of information and photos below as well as a video that I made of the GTO. Feel free to ask any questions and I will do my best to answer them and respond ASAP. Here is the link to the video: And now for the 1970 Pontiac GTO that I am auctioning here today. Cars History From Previous Owner: Mr. Christopher Sikorski was a local college professor and he bought this car brand new at a local Pontiac Dealership in Los Angeles California. He drove the GTO to and from his job and babied it all of the time. When he returned from work he always parked it in his garage. Years went by and Mr. Sirkoski retired and purchased a cabin in Salt Lake City Utah where he would go occasionally to spend time. He only took the GTO there a half dozen times. Eventually he became sick and stopped vacationing in Utah. In the 1990’s. he had the car repainted and some dents pulled. The interior remained original as well as the drivetrain. In 2011, with the GTO having been stored for 12 years but started every other week, Mr. Sikorski who could no longer drive, decided to sell the GTO. The GTO was sold to a dealer in Nevada and that is where I found the car and purchased it. I am only the second registered owner of this rare muscle car. Exterior: Just repainted back to the original color of Verdoro Green. The paint on the car is outstanding. All original body panels with the exception of the left outer third trunk section, left outer third trunk brace and the left trunk lower inner quarter extension. New rear bumper with new lenses, new windshield, new GTO decals. The tires appear to be almost new and the original Rally II rims have been blasted and restored. The trim rings and center caps are OEM and the lug nuts are new after market. Interior: The interior is completely original with the exception of the carpet, underlayment and sill plates. I have also added a new shifter boot and a new reproduction of the optional 4-speed walnut shifter knob (M09). Additionally, I have added a new heater core as well as a new package tray and seat/trunk divider. There is a crack in the passenger’s side of the dash as well as a rip in the passenger’s bucket seat. The original headliner has a few star shaped patches covering what I assume to be holes. All original seat belts are present with tags attached. Door locks and windows are in working order. Engine: The original 455 engine starts up instantly and of course the vin number is there. I have detailed it up as best as I could. All engine components are there and appear to be original to the car with the exception of the carburetor. I believe the carburetor was switched out when sold in California as it is the correct California emissions carburetor dated June 1970. I purchased a new bell housing inspection cover. The Ram Air components are all there but are not functional. I replaced the Ram Air upper and lower cushions, pre heater duct and cable with knob. I did change the oil and filter as well as installing new spark plugs, hoses w/clamps and correct RC 15 radiator cap. Transmission: The transmission is original and again, yes, the vin number is there. It shifts up and down through the gears as it should with no issues. The shifter is original with an aftermarket walnut shifter knob (M09). Undercarriage: The undercarriage is in very good condition as can be seen in the photos. I did replace the exhaust system, chrome exhaust splitters, rear coil springs and rear brakes pads. Electrical: All exterior lights are in working order to include the headlights, tail lights, back up lights, blinkers and the plate light. The interior overhead light works. The wipers, heater and idiot lights are all functional. The radio does not work but I believe it will both work but simply have not had the time to chase down the problem. The horns work but not when pushing the horn pad. Could be the horn relay. The new hood tach (I have the original) works perfectly and is back lit and looks really cool at night. This is an exact reproduction not a cheapo. I have also purchased a new battery and battery tray. Trunk: The trunk is excellent with new spatter paint as well as the original Rally II spare and the original jack assembly. There is new trunk weather-stripping and the jack instruction decal is a new after market trunk mat and spare cover. Mechanical: Steering, brakes and suspension is very good with no issues. The GTO handles and drives down the road excellent. Documentation: · Original Owner’s Name; · (2) Original Build Sheets. When Combined, Show All Options; · PHS Documentation; · Reproduction PHS Window Sticker; · Original Carpet Manufacturing Tag Dated Sept. 1969. What is Original to the GTO: · 455 Block (Vin Stamped and Code Correct); · 4-Speed Transmission (Vin Stamped); · 4-Speed Shifter; · Rear Axle (3.31:1 Posi); · Heads (64’s); · Intake Manifold; · Ram Air Components (With the exception of foam, filter and lower cable); · Distributor; · Exhaust Manifolds; · Alternator; · Water Pump; · Steering Gear Box; · Valve Covers; · Glass With the Exception of Windshield; · All Seat Belts (All tags are in place); · (5) JL Coded Rallye II Rims; · Jack Assembly; · Body Panels (Except left outer truck section, brace and lower inner extension); · All Plug Wire Retainers; · Interior (With the exception of the rug which was original); My Comments: Are you serious!! There were only 302 of these GTOs built. Think about that. Of those 302, how many are left? Of those that are left, how many have the original drive train, original body panels, a real original build sheet and owner history? Of those, how many have bullet proof photo documentation that proves it all? Yup, you got it; "NOT MANY" That's how rare this GTO is. Vin. Number Decode: 242370B110636 2 Pontiac 42 GTO 37 2-Door Hardtop 0 1970 B Baltimore, MD 110636 Sequential Number Body Tag Decode: ST 70-24237 70 1970 24237 2 Pontiac 42 GTO 37 2-Door Hardtop BDY B142726 B Baltimore, MD Assembly Plant 142726 Sequential Body Number TR 255 Saddle Interior PNT 47 H 47 Verdoro Green Exterior Paint H Dark Gold Vinyl Roof 10D B 0247 10 October D 4th Week in October B Unknown Accessory Code 0247 Unknown Accessory Codes Block Casting Number: 9799140 Correct Upper Block Stamping Numbers: 0163340 Motor Unit Number WA 455ci 360HP Correct Lower Block Stamping Numbers: 20B110636 Matches Vin Number Transmission Casting Number: 3925660 Correct Transmission Stamping Numbers: P0P12B 20B110636 P0P12B Correct Time Frames P Muncie 0 1970 P September 1969 12 12th Day of September 1969 B M21 20B110636 Matches Vin Number Heads: 64 1970 GTO 455 Correct Carburetor: 7040462 XA Believed to have been added at the dealership when 1660 the GTO was sold new as the GTO actually was sold new in Los Angeles and not in Virginia. Due to this, it would have had to have the California emissions carburetor installed. No proof just my assumption. 704 1970-1975 0 1970 4 California Application 6 Pontiac Division 2 Transmission XA Assembly Plant Code 166 166th Day of 1970 or Monday June 15, 1970. 0 1970 Intake Manifold: 9799068 1970 GTO 455 Correct H259 H August Correct Time Frames 25 25th Day of August 9 1969 Exhaust Manifolds: LH 9782810 1970 GTO 455 Correct J029 J October Correct Time Frames 02 2nd Day of October 9 1969 RH 9796992 1970 GTO 455 Correct J049 J October Correct Time Frames 04 4th Day of October 9 1969 Alternator: 1100704 37 amp 1970 GTO 455 Correct 9H28 9 1969 Correct Time Frames H August 28 28th Day of August Distributor: 1112012 1970 GTO 455 Correct 9J23 9 1969 Correct Time Frames J October 23 23rd Day of October Water Pump: 488298 1970 GTO 455 Correct Rear Axle: XU 0919 K Correct E Correct Time Frames XU 1970 GTO 3.31:1 12-Bolt Safe-T-Track Axle 09 September 1969 19 19th Day of September 1969 K GM of Canada E Eaton Posi Track Differential Wheels: MI 7 7 JL Original Matching Set of Five 9 Correct Time Frames MI Plant 7 July 7 7th Day of July JL 1970 14"x6" Rally II Wheels 9 1969 Seat Belts: All Original GM Seat Belts are in Place with all Tags Intact and all Correct Date Codes. Glass: All Glass appears to be original to the car. However, the windshield sadly was cracked so it was replaced with a correct tinted glass with the windshield antenna per the Build Sheet. Radiator Cap: Correct OEM AC Delco Radiator Cap. Stainless with the embossed words NEVER OPEN HOT and INSPECT FALL & SPRING. It also has the correct AC logo, rivet material and RC 15 and 15 LB stamping on the cap. Original Dealer Information: Zone: 04 Dealer Number: 379 Dealer Name: Roughton Pontiac Corporation Address: 1401 Monticello Ave. Norfolk, VA Comments: New Name & Address: Roughton Pontiac-Subaru 6241 Virginia Beach Blvd Norfolk VA 23502 All photos and information that I have documented on this car will be burned on a CD and given to the new owner. I am an individual and do not claim to know everything there is to know about these cars. It is your responsibility to ensure that all of you questions or concerns are resolved prior to bidding and not after. I highly recommend that serious buyers come themselves or send an agent to see this car in person and hear it run. WINNING BIDDER DOES NOT HAVE THE OPTION TO LOOK THIS CAR OVER AFTER THE AUCTION CLOSES TO DETERMINE WHETHER OR NOT THEY WANT TO BUY. INSPECTIONS "MUST" BE DONE PRIOR TO THE CLOSE OF THE AUCTION WITH NO EXCEPTIONS. In fairness to all, I am not revealing the reserve price. If you are interested in owning this car, please place a bid TO OWN ONLY NOT TO PASS TIME. If it does not make reserve, I may contact the high bidder depending on what the highest amount was on the last bid. Terms of Sale This pre-owned vehicle is being sold "as-is, where is" with absolutely no warranties and/or guarantees either expressed or implied. Winning bidder must contact seller within (48) hours of auction close to confirm purchase by e-mail. A 10% non refundable deposit is required within (5) business days of auction close. Remainder of selling price is due within (10) business days of auction end. All funds must be in the form of a cashiers check, certified bank check or wire transfer. If there is no confirmation, seller has the right to offer the vehicle to other bidders. Buyer is responsible for all transport costs. This auction and your bid/participation in this auction are binding contracts and will be dutifully, lawfully enforced. I do not have a Maine title for this 1970 GTO as Maine does not issue titles for vehicles that are more than (15) years old. I have sold cars all over the country as well as Canada, England, Switzerland and Australia and have never had a problem. The car will come with a Bill-of-Sale, the Maine registration signed over to the new owner and a copy of the Maine law regarding titles which is on a form issued by the Maine Motor Vehicle Department. Seller reserves the right to end the auction early without any liability to the seller. BID WITH CONFIDENCE AND CHECK OUT MY FEEDBACK WHICH IS 100% AFTER (835) TRANSACTIONS INCLUDING MANY MUSCLE CARS. THANKS FOR READING THIS AD. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BIDDING.