65-71 GTO , the VIN will always start out with 242.
So the 70 with chrome nose is not a GTO.
But sounds like it has a 68-70 GTO hood installed.
64 and 72 GTO was an option on the Lemans.
You'd have to buy the PHS packet most times to verify these.
But the 72 VIN's have an engine identity digit in VIN - and M is the 350 2bbl.
So the 72 is not a GTO either.
GTO came standard with no less than a 400 4bbl in 1972 (VIN code T)
In 72 , you could get a Lemans with the T-41 Endura front end option (same as GTO).
Could also get a Lemans with any V8 all the way up to 455HO (VIN code X)
These types are where 72's can get tricky without verifying by PHS.
Its a great time to get good deals on good driver type cars that are turn key.
|