1972 Pontiac Grand Prix SSJ Hurst 455 in Black / Gold on My Car Story with Lou Costabile
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On “My Car Story” we're in Rosemont IL at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals on 11-16-23.
We’re looking at a 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix SSJ Hust in Black and Gold Paint. The car comes with a 455 CI V8 and an automatic transmission.
The car's Owner is Keith Vrabec. Keith’s had this car since 1988. Keith shares there were only about 500 “Hurst” cars and only 10% of them were in Black & Gold, most were White & Gold. This car looks showroom new.
To see details on the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show, go to www.MCACN.com
ENJOY! - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Hi, If you like this video, please click on SUPER THANKS ❤ with the $ in the middle which is the SUPER THANKS button under the video. Thank you! Lou
Lou Que autazo!! Saluda a su dueño y envíale de mi parte una felicitación por esta joya
Nice write-up Lou - the 69-77s with emphasis on the 69-70 are my favorites hands down.
What would that car bring at auction.
Well I guess I should begin true to form and say thanks Lou this one of the most beautiful examples of my favorite car in the whole world...
1971 and 72 Grand Prix is one of the most perfectly styled cars ever
High praise.
I prefer the 69-70 myself but these are very nice
Could not agree with you more!
Pontiac did make some beautiful cars! Thx Lou!
The only mistake they made with the 71-72 is they dropped the the quad head lights. Everything else is perfect.
What a beautiful Grand Prix! You can't beat black and gold on a Pontiac. 👌👍
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
I agree Justin!
WOW!!!! I remember when I was a kid, whenever I saw a Grand Prix, had to look at the badging to see if it was a Model J. On only one occasion, did I actually see an SSJ. It was a '72, and it was white and gold. I never forgot it. Never saw one again. What a thrill to see this today!!!
Hi Mikey B., Good news! Here is a video of the White one you remember, Lou czcams.com/video/S-teZpZEcts/video.html
Lou! Thank you!
I guess that video was made before I discovered your channel and subscribed. Don't know how I missed that! It's exactly like the one I saw in the '70s when I was a kid. You're the best! Love your channel!
Now that's a Pontiac !❤ Thanks for posting Lou!
NICE! You're welcome Rudy!
Gorgeous. Back in the day there was a famous ad campaign with Linda Vaughn paired with SSJ's...I think all white ones tho to compliment Linda's white miniskirt and boots. Fun times. Either color, it's a spectacular car. Thx Keith and Lou for showing us this amazing car
Hi Steve, Thanks for sharing what you remember. My pleasure sharing this car with you. You're welcome, Lou
Another reason GM should of discontinued Buick instead of Pontiac, Pontiac had such more memorable models, this is a classic , thanks Lou
Happy to share this "classic" with you :-) You're welcome Mo
Buick is too popular in China (go figure).
Absolutely I have said the exact same thing many times.
GM should of dropped Buick or GMC and kept Pontiac being it was their performance division.
GMC is just a higher trim level Chevy and Cadillac could of replaced Buick.
Not a chance They had the stage three 455 Buick and was extremely fast and guessing probably faster then any Pontiac but not sure because they was both nice brands of performance cars my opinion
@@oldscoolcooldiecast1879 Firebird, Trans Am, GTO, Le Mans, Bonneville etc
Hi Lou, what a great looking Pontiac, that guy is a lucky man.👍👍.
Hi Philip, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this Pontiac :-) Lou
Thanks Lou for making and sharing this video. Keith is a wonderful caretaker of his cars and so happy to see this stunning SSJ get displayed!!!!
You're welcome mrgrandprix fourspeed :-)
Goodday Lou,
What a Pontiac Grand Prix.
This Hurst SSJ is something you wouldn't forget seeing it drive past What a magnet you definitely will not forget it.
Thank you for sharing Lou.
Cheers
Louis Kats your number 1 Fan in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 🇺🇸
Goodday Louis, Happy to read this one is "something you wouldn't forget seeing" :-) High praise. You're welcome. Cheers. Thank you for being my # 1 Fan in Australia, Lou
My #1 American dream car. A pinnacle for design, style, luxury and power.
Hi soyounoat, Happy to read this is an "American dream car" for you :-) Lou
Nice to see Mr. Vrabec again with another fantastic Pontiac! This one looks gorgeous in the Hurst livery and all of the other goodies that make this car unique, and certainly a head turner whenever it arrives on the scene. Thanks, Lou!
Hi TheGunfighter45acp, High praise for this Pontiac. You're welcome, Lou
Oh man! I love GP’s!
Hilarious description of the XXL front overhang.
Great job Lou!
Hi Doug, Happy to read "I love GP's!" :-) Appreciate the kind words, Lou
Sister car to the Monte Carlo. Same set up
@@larryharry7221 But Better !
@enigmainwater2493 yeah I'm a Chevy guy but that body style came in 1969 in the GP
@@larryharry7221 Supposedly, they share the same roof panel, windshield, and rear window, but the GP looks lower to me. One of the few cars that got better looking when refreshed in '71.
2 very cool and different black and gold cars in a row. Thanks, Lou!
You're welcome danam0228!
What a gorgeous car! Suddenly I want to drive across the country.
NICE!
Thanks for this, what a swell showing.
Happy to share this car with you :-)
We hope he gets many, many more, too!!👍 Thank you
You're welcome StuckInMyGarage
🙋♂️THANKS LOU,KEITH , I MHHO…THIS CAR BACK IN 1972 WAS THE EPITOME OF PERSONAL LUXURY AND THIS COLOR COMBO IS OVER THE TOP 🤗❤️‼️
Happy to share with you "THE EPITOME OF PERSONAL LUXURY" :-) You're welcome Budget Audiophile Life-long
Wow Lou thanks!!
Happy to receive a "Wow" from you Robs Big Tent Revival. You're welcome!!
Nice car and dont see that many. Nice it stayed in the family. Thanks Lou!
Happy to read you enjoy this "Nice car" :-) You're welcome John!
I have a 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix model J. I've added the SJ badges and have a 455 engine to put in it at some point when I retire in a few years. I added factory guages, power windows, power locks, tilt wheel , power seat and power trunk release. It was green, now it's black with red pinstripes, dual exhaust and repainted Rally 2 wheels. One of the best driving and handling cars I've ever driven!
Hi Wayne, Sounds like you are your Grand Prix are good for each other :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Love the Pontiacs love the Hurst edition and the 455 engines beautiful car Lou thanks for the video.
Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) You're welcome Leroy.
Wow….. I worked in the body shop of a large Pontiac dealership throughout the 70’s and 80’s. Loved the Grand Prix!!
I noticed how meticulous the owner handled his amazing car. When he shut the trunk lid and drivers door, he very carefully put his finger on the trunk lock and door handle. And, when opening the hood, he was very careful to only touch the very edge of the hood as needed. The owner “gets it”! My compliments to the owner!
Hi Don, Happy to read this car brings back memories of when you worked at the Pontiac Dealership :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing that you like how the Owner appreciates his car, Lou
Lou
Please accept my apologies as I haven't been able to keep up with your recent videos.
What an awesome Pontiac!
I'm a big fan of the boattail Riviera of the same era.
I do believe this Pontiac is a similar look but done much more tastefully.
Thanks for this one.
Stay well Lou and I'll try and keep up
C Moore, Things happen and take your time and enjoy the cars with me when you can. You're welcome, and glad you're back, Lou
Very nice Grand Prix! I never knew that there were Hurst editions.
This is a beautiful car and looks spectacular.
Thanks Lou!
Hi Jeff, Happy to share this "Hurst Edition" with you :-) Good news! Here is a White One, Lou czcams.com/video/S-teZpZEcts/video.html
Lou this one of the best cars you have ever done a show on thank you so much love it
High praise. You're welcome Allen.
Another great car Lou, nice to see a son honor his Dad and keep the car in such fine shape.
Hi Raider X, Happy to read you enjoy this "great car" :-) Lou
I just love the black and gold. Beautiful ❤❤
Hi Frank, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou
A really beautiful Grand Prix. I love the color scheme and the wheels. The engine sounds great. Thanks for sharing, Lou!
You're welcome Brian :-)
Top-notch, gold and bold. SO AMAZING CAR!!!
High praise.
Fabulous car and colors. Interior is beautiful. I had a '72 Olds 98 with the 455 in the late seventies, but t 9:53 this is so much more.
Hi Rich, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Absolutely beautiful 😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!
Hi motorTranz, Happy to read "Absolutely beautiful" :-) You're welcome, Lou
My favorite car’s were my Pontiac Grand Prix.I had a 1976,1982 still have but not running but my favorite was my 1996.How I miss that car😢Love your video’s Lou🥰
HI Foster failure to perfect dogs♥️, Happy to read "My favorite car’s were my Pontiac Grand Prix." :-) Glad to read this car brings back memories of your car. Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
What a beauty. ✅
:-)
I agree with the gentleman 's dad on the 1971 and 1972 Grand Prix as being the most beautiful. I owned a 1971 J Model back in 1974 with a 400 and a factory Delco Cassette tape player, plus many options. You literally had to lay on the engine when changing points! Another wonderful video Lou.
Hi Karl, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Love color ✌️tone👍😎
Nice :-)
Love the Grand Prix 👍👍
NICE!
Friggin’ Saweeeet!
NICE!
Agreat urban ride. Thanks big Lou
You're welcome Gary!
I remember seeing the ad for this when they were new but I have never seen one ln real life, and I'll bet this is as close as I'll ever get. I love these GP's but every time I see one I'm reminded of the loaded '69 low milage 'little old lady' owned 400/4-speed GP that I had pass on (FOR $2,800!!!!) in the early '90's. I'm still kicking myself but with 3 little kids at home what are you gonna do. Priorities! Love this video Lou!
Hi Tom (and JudyAnn), I'm not sure I'll see another one either. Happy to be able to share this one with you. I think we all have a story on the one passed on and regret. Appreciate the kind words on this video, Lou
That is 1 spectacular vehicle right there! I would look really good behind the wheel of that ride cruising down the roadway for sure...
High praise.
That's a rare Pontiac Keith has...thanks Lou
Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) You're welcome CJ Design.
Yeah Lou, I'm glad John DeLorean redesigned the Grand Prix for 1969-1972. The '68 design didn't do much for me anyway. This style always was my favorite for this period in time. Great in depth video on this - Thanks Lou!
Yeah lonnyjaw, Happy to read this is your favorite style Grand Prix :-) You're welcome, Lou
John Delorean did the design as a modern interpretation of the Duesenbergs of the 30's
Lou it looks like brand new. A 54,000 mile car. Sweet. Video ❤️👍
Hi Terry, You're right. This one looks showroom new, Lou
Stunning. Never saw one before.
Good news! Here is one more for you. czcams.com/video/S-teZpZEcts/video.html
I envy you bro. I owned a '72 myself that was white and gold, and now miss it dearly. That was 40 years ago!
Like this one? czcams.com/video/S-teZpZEcts/video.html
yessir!!@@loucostabile
Black and Gold WOW!
:-)
The engine was not set back, DeLorean back in the day and another exc, wanted gm to have the longest hood, they did. So the shroud on 69 thru 72 have elongated shrouds. I have the twin to that car, honeycomb, tilt, power-trunk. They are fantastic cars. Great job as always Lou. I need to get ahold of you ,do some segments on my toys. Thx again for doing the black 72 stage 1 car with Bill so I could buy it. It drives great. Too bad weather is bad tho.. cheers sir..✌
Hi Magic Man, Happy to read you have a cool car too. You're welcome, Lou
Big Pontiac guy. Nice job Lou. Very rare
Happy to share this one with you Keith :-)
My favorite. 🥰 i prefer these wheels over the honeycomb. I want one so bad. I had a 1973 in high school and loved it. 71 n 72 were my favorite design years. I just wished they'd kept the 428 option. Georgous car.
Hi Jon, Happy to read this is your "favorite" car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
My 73 SJ was triple green, British Racing Green Imron paint, green interior, and green landau vinyl top, with the 455 and positrac. The lady that sold it to me said, "It will scoot!".
Hi Mark, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
That's a beautiful car!
Hi Connie, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
Beautiful Pontiac...!
Hi Leon, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
I had a great 73' white GP with the 400cu turbo 400 trans i was only the 2nd owner it was ordered brand new from the factory in Detroit ...beast car i have ever had and i out run some SS Chevells with it it had way more horses under the hood than advertised...
Hi Tim, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
My first car was a 1972 SJ-455. Picked it up at a dealer in Galt Ontario in 1973 as a theft recovery. It was at the back of the lot and the dealer helped with getting it from the insurer and as it had some damage and an engine issue it was pretty cheap. However by the time I got my licence in 1974 she and new paint and the engine was rebuilt and ready to go.
It was the coolest car in the lot at high school for sure.
I resent years I've been thinking I should get one again, maybe one day.
I do know one thing & that is while these have great style and lines ETC. They are a body mans nightmare...
It's also to bad the the SSJ's never actually had a Hurst shifter - would have looked so cool with a set of Lightning Rods....
Hi Dave T, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
what a beauty!!!!!! wow!!!
High praise.
Дуже чудове авто! Салон, кольори кузова, форми кузова! Супер! Дякую!
Hi Сергій, Happy to read you enjoy this "Wonderful" car :-) You're welcome, Lou
Gorgeous car tkx
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car yw
Pontiac realized shortly after its introduction that the Grand Prix was not going to be successful on a full sized platform. The decision was reached to give it its own unique platform for the 1969 model year. Bill Mitchell was very impressed with Duesenberg automobiles, especially the styling of the boattail roadsters, thus the front and rear styling you pointed out, Lou. It also influenced, actually Pontiac outright copied model designations, Model J, etc. The results were quite striking, and successfully rescued the Grand Prix, as sales more than doubled in 1969. This is a beautiful example of an extremely rare car. Thanks for capturing it.
Hi Cadillac Guy, Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You're welcome, Lou
Lou, another gr8 Pontiac! Its interesting that [I believe] AMC was the only other car company to adopt [copy?] the wrap-around style drivers cockpit-dash for the '71-'74 Javelins. Quite similar to the Grand Prix front interior.
Audie, Happy to read you enjoy this Pontiac. Thanks for sharing the details of the interior you notice.
I like this color better than the other one.
Happy to read you prefer this car :-)
Beautiful car.
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
Another example of an already fine car turning to "gold" when granted the Midas Touch of Hurst. (White Gold or Black Gold in this instance.) I recall reading that the GP hood of this era was one of the longest, or the longest, single stamped pieces in the entire auto industry. Thanks Lou, this Grand Prix rocks!
Happy to read this one "rocks!" :-) You're welcome AMCmachine!
1972 is the beginning of the end of Vintage Muscle cars. Chrysler put a few big blocks but car manufactures started detuning engines to meet new Federal emission standards and pressures from the insurance industry. To replace the horsepower, some manufacturers started dressing up cars. This one here is a beauty.
Hi Bradydog, Happy to read "This one here is a beauty." :-) Lou
My favorite Pontiac!
NICE!
That's a sharp looking interior - and I'm sure a comfy one too - to match the sporty personal land yacht exterior. Nice car! Thanks for video guys.
Hi Bruce H, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou
Thanks!
Hi Scott, SUPER THANK YOU FOR THE SUPER THANKS! I appreciate your support, Lou
I really like the 1970s Pontiacs especially ones with Rally II wheels.
Happy to read you "really like the 1970's Pontiacs" :-)
If they brought this car back to production, it would easily resurrect the Pontiac brand...and the matching 72 style Firebird and Trans Am too...plus that 455 is the ultimate ❤
Happy to read you enjoy this car :-)
Wow. Now that's a classic beautiful car. It'll be nice to own one. But I know at least I think it's got to be expensive.
Happy to read "Wow. Now that's a classic beautiful car." :-)
I’m not really a Ford guy but this T Burd is pretty! Love the color and the name Goldie
NICE!
I had a Canary yellow 72 a real eye catcher .
Hi Gus, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
Absolutely beautiful and rare GP,and in black with a 455. I wonder if any Hurst GPs had manual transmission?
Hi Duane, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) I'm not sure about if any of them had manual transmissions. Maybe a Viewer has knowledge and can share. Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
Gran Prix, another Pontiac great
I agree.
Had a 71. Best car ever. Should of kept it.
Hi Noreen, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
Little bit of work you be surprised how fast these cars can be. My uncle had one in the late 70s while in the
Military and spent tons of his officer pay on it and man what a fast all black ride It actually did seem possessed by something evil especially at about 150 and screaming 😱 like a banshee. Actually scared me plenty of times
Hi Old scool cool die cast, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
I have always liked the 69-70 GP but the 71-72 is even better looking
Hi califdad4, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
Nice 😊
:-)
IN CHICAGO..WE USED TO RUN THAT..with olds..mustang...buick.etc.
Hi Randall, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
@loucostabile I did.Its like memories Lou!
Hey Lou U are the man... This is one sexy machine... The GP of this generation were the hottest muscle cars in the game... Tell me that things doesn't look like it's gonna fly or like it's hovering like a B52 or something... Did DeLorean have any influence in this design because I see hints of genius...
Hey Adolph, Happy to read you appreciate this "sexy machine" :-) I think DeLorean did, however if a Viewer has knowledge feel free to share. Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
nice car
:-)
I'm pretty sure that the '71 Hurst GP was the first car to have a factory landau or half vinyl roof. The Eldorado's followed in '72; in '73, the Colonnade formal-roof coupes got them, and then they were everywhere. The black exterior is much better than the white. I had a plastic GP model in brown--so 70s. To me, these are Peak Pontiac.
Sorry, the '70 GP was the first Hurst.
Hi Ralph L, Happy to share this "Peak Pontiac" with you :-) Lou
That's one loaded up Pontiac. Great car Lou. Did John Delorean design the Gran Prix?
Hi Larry, Happy to read you enjoy this "Great car" :-) I think he did. If a Viewer has knowledge, feel free to share, Lou
Exceptional go blue
Thank you for viewing and sharing.
MY DAD WOULDENT CO SIGN FOR ME. WOULD HAVE LOVED RIDEING TO HIGH SCHOOL IN ONE! 👍
This would be a fun car in High School....or anywhere :-)
Those GP's were influenced by the Duesenbergs of the 30's
Thank you for sharing.
That a black and gold Pontiac not as famous but a lot sharper than one that is can't blame him for keeping Dad's car
Hi Larry, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou
Stunning car but I prefer the 73 Olds in white. Im thinking the white would be nice on the GP SJ as well. The rotating bucket seats and dule-gate shifter were a couple differences on the Oldsmobile. Maybe its due to Shelby using the blk/gold combo on the hertz Mustang abd Olds doing the white/gold combk since 68.
Hi Art, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this CZcams Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou P.S. Here is the White / Gold one czcams.com/video/S-teZpZEcts/video.html
LC finds exceptional classics, and this is one fine example - wonder if that paint is original? . . :>/
Happy to share the car with you :-)
Hey big bro Lou!! WOW! Epic, man. EPIC and 100% a stockin' feet KO for ol' JV Johnny/Robin lol 😂🤪! My floppy sneakers fired offa my quickly KO'd tubesocked stocking 53 year old, 148 lb, chick crazy 🤪JV baseball jock feet and off to Illinois SO FAST to search out you and Keith and that amazing Pontiac Grand Prix....I don't know where to start, Lou-cause you know I am a true blue Pontiac guy since I was a young kid playing Pee Wee baseball in Rockland County, NY 😜. I know one of my persoanal automotive heroes-John Delorean-had a huge hand in this '69-'72 GP and man, does it show. Unapologetically masculine and a man's personal luxury sporting coupe, 100%! Sure, man-chicks are allowed (please!!!!), but in the passenger seat(s). Lol but true 😜. What style and character this car has, and the Hurst package gives it a unique kinda menace. Tho I do think some other colors (not black) may flatter the GP's lines better, this Hurst package makes it truly special, right down to the power sunroof and that wildly thick vinyl roof. Awesome engine and sound. The driver's area is truly like a jet fighter cokpit, and to say I would be behind the wheel in my tubesock stockings with my sneakers hanging off the rear view mirror is an understatement, big brother🤪! WOW. So glad you felt the magnetic pull of this Grand Prix and thanks for bringing him to us! JV Johnny ⚾⚾
Hey JV Johnny, The EPIC stockin' feet KO! NICE! High praise on the MANY details you like about this car :-) Lou
Super Rare this 72 is worth almost 6 figures real deal personal luruxy sports 455/ with a 400 transmission
Hi Derrick, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this CZcams Channel, Lou
wow!
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A very rare and beautiful car. This was the last year before bumpers grew and the last year for this body. Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't this car off of the midsized Tempest/Lemans/GTO platform and NOT THE full size Catalina/Bonneville platform? It appears to have only the bare minimum speedometer and fuel gage with a clock. There are no other instruments or tachometer, which is a poor decision by Pontiac and Hurst.
Hi Bert, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Hmmm, not sure about the platform, and hoping a Viewer with knowledge can share, Lou
Yes, the '68 GP was the last one based on their full-size chassis. The original buyer or dealer didn't ask for the gauges. Back then, most options were a la carte, and most everything was optional.
Really surprised me when you showed the gauges and it has the idiot lights. My Dad's 72 SJ had all gauges
Hi Tony, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
In the 70's I worked at the Henderson Pontiac Dealership on 5151 W. Madison in Chicago as a Gofer! During the summer breaks during High School, Knew The Old Man Mr. Henderson an avid Golfer whose favorite joke was "Old Gofers don't die! They just lose their Balls" he would bring in his Golf buddies, sit them down and make at least 5 bills over retail! they thought?They just received the best deal of the Century! He could still sell! But I've always believed that Pontiac's were GM's most powerful & sporty & luxury models of All the GM line! Only Cadillac made a better luxury car! But believe it or not? The Grand Prix's were the #1 seller in that store! They had the looks, power with many options and you didn't have to fold yourself in two to enter the car! like you did with The Firebird! The Grand Prix's & Monte Carlo's were the sporty/luxury models that had the looks & street cred! Depending on your engine choices! Love your Videos and that Special order Hurst Grand Prix is the Cat's Ass!
Hi Michael, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and glad to read you "Love the Videos". Lou
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Lou, I owned a 1970 SSJ with the 455. That was the last year of the high compression and it was rated 370hp. What is this particular GP rated? It would have the lower power due to the need to run on regular gas as mandated for all GM engines. I am somewhat of a Grand Prix fan and always thought the 71 and 72 were the best style with the upright grille, etc. But the 63 is still my all time best design. Did the Hurst variants have a higher output?
Alan, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Hmmm, not sure if there was a "higher output" for the 455. Maybe a Viewer with knowledge can share. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Super nice car. One question I had about the car was “Did it have an 8 track player and if it did, where was it located?” I have seen brochures of the ‘72 Pontiacs and they showed the player at the back of the console over the transmission hump in the rear seat. Just curious. Thanks.
Hi Denaalb, Hmmm, I didn't see one so not sure. Lou
Yes, if you had the center console, the 8-track was placed behind the console. If you had a bench seat, it was placed in front below the center of the dash.
@@gbaber63 Thanks for the info.
👍💯😎💯👍
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Was that bought in Harrisburg, PA area? I knew a guy that had both a white one and a black one in the mid-seventies to early eighties. I wanted the black one, but he wasn't selling it and I didn't have the money at that time, even if he was.
Hi Jay, I'm not sure if this one came from PA area. Lou