The 1968 model year witnessed welcome changes going live on the GTO, and Pontiac’s work impressed the audience almost immediately.
The shorter wheelbase on the two-door models, the hidden headlights, and the redesigned front bumper made the GTO more intriguing, so over 87,600 customers rushed to order a goat.
The hardtop was still king with over 77K units, but Pontiac also sold close to 10K convertibles. Customers who had no problem spending extra could get the initial Ram Air package (later replaced by the Ram Air II) for $342 more, turning the GTO into a more ferocious presence on the street.
This GTO is still an intriguing presence on the street but for the wrong reasons. The car looks like a wreck, and it looks like it’s been sitting in the same place for many years. It’s a project with horrible rust issues, and while it’s critical that you put the car on a lift to inspect the undersides, I find it hard to believe that you’ll find an inch of clean metal.
eBay seller goat_alley1 says this GTO still has a good frame, but the car requires a complete restoration. That’s more of a no-brainer, and while the photos speak for themselves, I think what happens under the hood is the part that requires a thorough inspection.
The owner says the car “originally was” fitted with a 400ci unit with a four-barrel carburetor and a 3-speed manual transmission. They also shared the original documents to support these claims but didn’t offer information on what’s under the hood today. I wouldn’t be surprised to find only clean air when you open the hood, so contact the owner and ask all the questions you need before making an offer.
The seller explains that the car sale does not include the engine or the transmission, but it’s unclear if they are still available separately at an extra price.
Otherwise, this GTO is clearly not for the faint of heart, but it’s still a real 242 goat whose place should be on the street. Not in this condition, though, so it all comes down to the selling price.
The owner posted the car on eBay with a reserve, and that’s quite a problem, especially if their expectations are high. Several people entered the race to take it home, but the top offer only exceeds $1,000, and it’s unknown how high the bidding must go to give this GTO a new chance. The car is parked in North Tonawanda, New York, and you’ll need transportation to take it home.
The photo suggests that many parts are inside the car, so it’s impossible to tell what’s missing and what is still in place to help you with the restoration project.