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1966 Pontiac GTO – The Pontiac GTO had been such a success that the model became its own series in 1966 and the body was significantly revised to the familiar “coke bottle” shape, with curving lines and minimal brightwork. GM had finally dropped its corporate policy of capping engine capacity in midsized bodies and GTO sales soared to 96,946 units, which would be the highest sales year the model would enjoy. The bubble scoop hood was carried over from 1965 and the GTO grille divided into two deep mesh recesses, with inset turn signals and GTO lettering. Quad headlights remained vertically stacked on each side. The rear panel had horizontally louvered taillights and the C-pillars swept back with a short “tunnel” back window between them. Inside, the bucket seats had more lateral support, though a Strato bench front seat was still available. The four-port dash panel remained the same, but with wood veneer. The optional console and sport steering wheel continued. Metallic brake linings and aluminum front drums were optional for $49.08, and a transistor ignition added $73.67.

All we really need to say while introducing the magnificent GTO is that it’s the nicest 1966 money can buy … hands down! If you are a high end collector or simply prefer to have the best-of-the-best, this is THE ’66 GTO you will find. So now you are curious how we are going to back that up, right? To start, this is condition of this garage kept superstar is just as exceptional as the day it was fully restored. The documentation is overboard! Not only does it come with the PHS and Concourse Gold Awards (2 years in a row), it also comes with a highly detailed scrapbook that shows the vehicle’s entire history and with photos, receipts, and a detailed explanation that would make a NASA Engineeer proud! This GTO deserved all this attention for good reason. This was the pre-production “mule” GTO that Pontiac displayed at the 1965 Chicago Auto Show so customers could get a glimpse at the upcoming year model. That was just the beginning of an impressive history (see summary in photo set). It went on to be featured in High Performance and Pontiac Enthusiast magazines. Even more impressive is being used as the model vehicle for 1966 in Thomas DeMauro’s Pontiac GTO Collector’s Originality Guide. And on top of all that, this GTO still has seen under 34k miles over the last 60 years!

We have been selling classics for over 20 years and can say with confidence that you will not find a GTO with a better history, more documentation, or better condition than the example offered here today. We invite serious buyers to set an appointment to come spend an hour looking over the large box of accolades that accompany this sale. If you have been on the hunt for the very best 1966 GTO money can buy, your search is over!