VIN# 237677B131720
Email mqbroderick@gmail.com for video of car running
I purchased this 1967 Pontiac Lemans Convertible in 2008 from the second owner in Potomac, MD. He bought the car from the original owner in 1996. During his twelve years, he upgraded the stereo, replaced the convertible top in 2006 and used it as a weekend driver. The car had original paint, original interior, and ran well. It spent its entire life in a garage as evident by the minor surface quarter panel surface rust on the wheel wells.
This is my fourth restoration project and second Pontiac GTO/Lemans. My first GTO was a 1965 numbers matching tri-power 4 speed car. While I enjoyed restoring a numbers matching car, this 1967 Lemans was built to be a reliable, safe, and enjoyable driver for my family. However, I also wanted the infamous high torque/tire shredding Pontiac power for when I was alone, and this car accomplished both goals.
This particular car was chosen because of the remarkable condition of the frame, body, and interior. The three year restoration began almost immediately while not a trailer queen, the show-quality paint could be the foundation for a show-car. With a smooth comfortable ride and enough power/noise to excite any muscle car fan this car turns heads. Less than 2,500 miles have been added since restoration but it is driven at least once a month if only around the block. Original owner’s manual and significant restoration documentation will be provided including a 3” binder with hundreds of records, receipts, and other documentation.
The car is being sold because we don’t drive the car enough to warrant the garage space. Instead of family outings or car shows, our weekends are spent at my kid’s sporting events and travel. My hope is for the new owner to enjoy this car as much as we did and it brings years of happiness and joy.
Engine:
This engine was built to take advantage of the torque capabilities of the 455 while flattening the power band with a 428 crank. Pontiac racers have used this set-up for decades because it provides a smooth yet powerful transition through all the gears.
1972 Pontiac 455
4-bolt main YC block #C021797
(Note# In 2013, a 1972 455 YC block was sold on eBay for $2,500 as the metal content of these blocks are known to be strongest Pontiac factory blocks ever produced)
1969 428 Crank #9782769 see picture
Ported and polished Pontiac 4X heads
Edlebrock torque intake
Holley 750CFM double pumper carb
One inch spacer
Crane Fireball Electronic Ignition box
MSD coil and distributer
High torque mini starter
New water pump
New power steering pump
Low profile air filter
Original Mickey Thompson valve covers – not re-pop
Transmission
Rebuilt heavy duty Pontiac Turbo 350
2,000rpm stall torque converter
This transmission provides strong quick shifts
Upgraded shifter cable to allow original shifter to comply with turbo 350 transmission (original transmission was a two speedpower glide)
Rear:
Rebuilt 10 bolt 8.5 inch Pontiac rear with 390 posi
Front suspension:
Rebuilt using original metal and upgraded bushings
Heavy duty front sway bar
New OEM spec shocks
Rear suspension:
QA1 tubular upper and lower control arms
QA1 heavy duty rear sway bar
New OEM spec shocks
Interior:
New carpet
New wood rimmed steering wheel
Power Top
DOT legal 3point seatbelts in the rear
OEM door cards
New chrome hardware throughout including arm rests, door handles, window cranks, etc.
Original seats front and rear
Dashboard: Pervious owner cut a hole for aftermarket stereo. I didn’t like the look of a modern stereo, so I installed a metal support and the original radio. I agree this looks like crap, but it looks better than before. New owner may want to upgrade the dash.
DOT legal 3 point seat belts in the back – installed to ensure safety of my daughters
Original front lap belts
Brakes
New power steering pump
New master cylinder and brake booster
Vacuum reservoir
Original drum brakes have been rebuilt
Cooling:
Champion Brand 3 row aluminum radiator
Summit Racing dual electronic fans
180 degree thermostat
Paint
Sanded to bare metal and painted to match original 1967 Pontiac Mayfair Maize GM code WA3313
Paint work done by Car works in Elkwood, Virginia
Over $7,000 was spent on paint
Outside of hood arrow and “gills” all exterior badging was removed to create a smoother/cleaner look (original badges are included in the sale).
Chrome
New front and rear bumpers from Ames Performance Engineering
Rear taillight bezels were re-chromed
Original from chrome headlight bezel – could be replaced for under $100, but I like the look of the originals
NOS driver side adjustable mirror
New chrome door sills
NOTE: the passenger-side windshield frame chrome bracket is corroding. Bracket can be replaced and/or re-chromed. See picture
Exhaust
Doug’s stainless and polished aluminum long tube headers
X-Pipe 2.5” stainless steel exhaust system
New OEM chrome tail pipes
Wheel/tires
Restored 15” Pontiac wheels
Tires have less than 1,000 miles
Engine Bay
Painted factory black
Heating and air-conditioning units have been removed because I wasn’t using them and I like the clean/open looking engine bay
Wiring is wrapped, secured, and hidden from view