In the mid-sixties, Pontiac found themselves in a quandary. GM had recently demanded that all of their divisions pull out completely from any motorsports. Pontiac, whose marketing relied heavily on racing success, knew they would need to take drastic measures. Influenced by the speed-centric youth market, the brainchild of Jim Wangers and the now infamous John DeLorean was born. In 1964 this would become the first of all muscle cars, the Pontiac GTO. In 1965, the GTO received various styling and mechanical changes, including an increase in horsepower. Rated power for the 389 Tri-Power increased to 360 hp @ 5200 rpm and 424 ft/lbs @ 3600 rpm. Transmission and axle ratio choices remained the same. This PHS documented 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible has just completed a flawless body off restoration. Finished in Burgundy with a Black bucket seat interior, this car is equipped exactly as it left the factory in 1965. The original 389ci / 360hp Tri-Power V8 has been professionally rebuilt from the ground up to exacting precision, along with its 4 speed floor shift transmission and 355 rear axle. Every component has been rebuilt or replaced with original or OEM quality replacement parts. This GTO has not only been cosmetically detailed to concours level, it has also had TLDs meticulous mechanical sorting to ensure that it drives as well as it looks. Factory options include Rally Gauge Cluster and Tachometer, Safe-T-Track Rear Axle, Center Console, Soft Ray Glass, Custom Sports Steering Wheel, and more. These original muscle cars are highly desirable in todays sports car market, and are poised for increased value as fewer of these fine examples become available. Whether you are looking to show or drive that special authentic collectible, this car is sure not to disappoint the most fastidious collector. Stop in today to see this and other pieces of muscle car history.