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11-06-2010, 10:39 PM
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Shed find!!!
Or should I say “behind the shed” find.
I came across a '72 GTO on Craigslist that was supposedly a 455HO car. After several conversations with the owner, I verified there is an “X” in the VIN along with some other nice options. After kicking it around for a few days and talking with my son about it, he convinced me that we should at least go and check it out. So, after a 4 hour drive out to PA here’s what we found…
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'71 GTO, 406 CID, 60916, 1.65 HS, '69 #46 Heads 230CFM, 800CFM Q-jet, TH400, 12 Bolt 3.55 '72 Lemans, Lucerne Blue, WU2, T41, L78, M22, G80 |
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11-06-2010, 10:52 PM
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Did it follow you home? Does it still have the H O in it?
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11-07-2010, 01:22 AM
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11-07-2010, 01:54 AM
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Cool find...very interesting mag wheels on it too. They sure look like Rally II's. What are they? Ditto on the HO and did you buy it.
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11-07-2010, 02:40 AM
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Looks like it has the big 8O amp alternator on it too. Usually only the cars equipped with a/c and the rear defrost had that but, it could have been ordered with the hd alt. Does it have the heated rear glass? Guessing it does.
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11-07-2010, 08:03 AM
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That doesn't look bad at all - sport mirrors and maybe Formula wheel??? Could it be a WW-5?
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11-07-2010, 10:46 AM
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Yes, we did buy it...
Overall the car is pretty solid. Unfortunately, the original engine is gone. Someone also removed the A/C as well. The wheels are pretty neat, they are aluminum Keystone's. I've never seen them before. That's interesting about the 80 amp alt. It does have the electric rear window defog. Would the brackets be different on a car without that alt??
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'71 GTO, 406 CID, 60916, 1.65 HS, '69 #46 Heads 230CFM, 800CFM Q-jet, TH400, 12 Bolt 3.55 '72 Lemans, Lucerne Blue, WU2, T41, L78, M22, G80 |
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11-07-2010, 10:55 AM
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Looks like a nice find. measure the rear sway bar, it may have the Y99 susp package or , better yet a WW5 which is the ultimate GTO. Only about 29O WW5s made. PHS docs would be a good idea or, look for the build sheet under carpet or between fuel tank and trunk floor.
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11-07-2010, 01:57 PM
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how much was it?
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11-07-2010, 02:15 PM
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Nice find! Can you post a closeup of those wheels? I've never seen those before either. What are your resto plans?
Scott
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   '70 Lemans Sport - Upgrades: HEI, console, dual-gate shifter, tilt steering, formula wheel, dual exhaust, dash clock, stock 4v intake, Q-jet, dual snorkel air cleaner, GTO hood, hood tach, GTO spoiler, chrome Rally II's and sport stripe. '09 Yamaha Vmax '94 GMC Sierra GT |
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11-07-2010, 02:43 PM
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Nice Find.Any Interior pics
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11-07-2010, 05:20 PM
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What are the Original colours and options?
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11-07-2010, 06:42 PM
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Car was local to me. Being that if I got another project I would be shot, hanged and somehow mutilated by the wife...So I never looked.
Was for a pretty reasonable price too. (not mine to disclose) And if you're getting rid of the mags, I'd be interested. (Send a PM) |
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11-07-2010, 09:18 PM
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Boss, it does have the Formula wheel..
I have to say, you guys know your stuff! I was wondering how quick someone would pick up on some of the options.. This is in fact a WW5 car!! Here are some picks of the interior and the rear 1 1/8'' sway bar.. I will try to get some close up picks of the wheels this week...
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'71 GTO, 406 CID, 60916, 1.65 HS, '69 #46 Heads 230CFM, 800CFM Q-jet, TH400, 12 Bolt 3.55 '72 Lemans, Lucerne Blue, WU2, T41, L78, M22, G80 |
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11-07-2010, 09:33 PM
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Early build - I'm going to guess November - Pontiac plant. Cardinal Red over black with black or white cordova top? AC & 8 track!!! NICE! Did you get the lower pan with it? What motor is in it? Any other parts laying around....I always ask.
 I've got two - it won't be your last. 
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Some guys they just give up living And start dying little by little, piece by piece, Some guys come home from work and wash up, And go racin' in the street. Bruce Springsteen - Racing In The Street - 1978 |
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11-07-2010, 10:19 PM
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Congrats on a great find! Love that picture of the shed with the car's nose peeking out. Classic!
This is going to be a great looking car when done. BJ
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1971 GTO 455 HO 4-speed - Cameo White, White Vinyl Top, Jade Green Interior, Ram Air Hood, AC, Honeycombs and 8-track 1974 Formula 455 I Owned in 1975-1976. Now Own Its Twin From Same Dealership 
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11-07-2010, 10:40 PM
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Oh man, what a find! I have the complete engine you need, a 455 HO,YB long block with 7F6 heads, alum intake w/crossover, unitized dist....PM if you are interested. A WW5 to boot....Schwingggg!!!
A side note...a BLACK center console, not white, as some here have hashed over what is "correct" 
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Pat Brown Last edited by PB; 11-07-2010 at 11:02 PM. |
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11-07-2010, 11:19 PM
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11-07-2010, 11:20 PM
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Very cool car, i have never seen those wheels before.
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11-07-2010, 11:49 PM
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