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Finished in striking blue over a black vinyl interior and rolling on classic Pontiac Rally I wheels, this GTO comes with Pontiac Historical Society documents that confirm its heritage \u2014 making it as collectible as it is enjoyable to drive.<\/p>\n<h2>Performance &amp; Drivetrain<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pontiac 389 V8<\/strong> \u2014 the legendary engine at the heart of the original GTO<\/li>\n<li><strong>GM TH400 automatic transmission<\/strong> for smooth, dependable shifts<\/li>\n<li><strong>GM 10-bolt rear end<\/strong> with <strong>3.08 gears<\/strong> for a balanced blend of acceleration and easy cruising<\/li>\n<li><strong>Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminum intake<\/strong> for improved breathing and response<\/li>\n<li><strong>Holley 4-barrel carburetor<\/strong> feeding the 389 with confidence<\/li>\n<li><strong>OEM distributor, OEM coil, and OEM ignition<\/strong> keeping the setup true to form<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mechanical fuel pump<\/strong> for classic, reliable fuel delivery<\/li>\n<li><strong>OEM radiator<\/strong> with a <strong>clutch-style cooling fan<\/strong> to keep temperatures in check<\/li>\n<li><strong>Power steering<\/strong> and <strong>power brakes<\/strong> for easy, composed control<\/li>\n<li><strong>Front disc brakes<\/strong> with <strong>rear drum brakes<\/strong> for confident, balanced stopping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Exterior Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Eye-catching <strong>blue paint<\/strong> that suits the GTO&#8217;s bold, classic lines<\/li>\n<li>Unmistakable mid-&#8217;60s GTO presence from every angle<\/li>\n<li><strong>14-inch Pontiac Rally I wheels<\/strong> for a period-correct, sporty stance<\/li>\n<li><strong>215\/70\/R14 Cooper Cobra Radial G\/T tires<\/strong> up front<\/li>\n<li><strong>235\/60\/R14 Cooper Cobra Radial G\/T tires<\/strong> out back for added grip and a planted look<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Interior Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Clean <strong>black vinyl interior<\/strong> that complements the blue exterior beautifully<\/li>\n<li>Driver-focused cabin built around the classic GTO experience<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable, confident drivability thanks to power steering and power brakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Documentation<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pontiac Historical Society documents included<\/strong>, confirming this GTO&#8217;s heritage<\/li>\n<li>A reassuring layer of provenance for the discerning collector<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ownership &amp; Condition<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A well-presented 389-powered GTO that captures the spirit of the original muscle car<\/li>\n<li>Thoughtful upgrades chosen for response and reliability while retaining a largely classic setup<\/li>\n<li>Documented heritage backed by included Pontiac Historical Society paperwork<\/li>\n<li>Ready to enjoy as a bold, collectible classic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Driving Experience<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The 389 V8 delivers the deep, satisfying torque that made the GTO a legend<\/li>\n<li>The TH400 automatic keeps shifts smooth and effortless on the street<\/li>\n<li>The 10-bolt rear with 3.08 gears balances strong acceleration with relaxed cruising<\/li>\n<li>Power steering, power brakes, and front disc brakes make every drive easy and confident<\/li>\n<li>Equally at home at cruise nights, weekend drives, or commanding attention on the boulevard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1965 Pontiac GTO \u2013 Iconic Blue Goat with 389 V8 Power and Documented Heritage This 1965 Pontiac GTO is a true icon of the muscle car era, pairing legendary styling with the 389 V8 power that helped launch the entire movement. 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