Description:
Sometimes called "The Baby GTO," The 1961-63 Pontiac Tempests were quite innovative cars for their time. Masterminded by John DeLoreon (considered the father of the GTO), these cars featured a unique front engine with rear transaxle for outstanding handling. When teamed with fully independent rear suspension, a feature most commonly associated with the Corvette, Pontiac's little Wide-Track really stuck in the corners.
Handling aside, the "Little Indian" packed the punch of the optional 326 cubic inch V-8, making it into a rousing road machine. This package equated to 260 horsepower at 4800 rpm and 352 ft. lbs. of torque at 2800 rpm, with a bore of just 3.72" and stoke of 3.71". To transfer all the power to the pavement were optional axle ratios of 3.56:1 and 3.78:1. A "torque-tube" hosed the triple-alloy-steel driveshaft (nicknamed the "rope shaft"), virtually eliminating the transmission tunnel for added interior space and comfort for up to six passengers. All exceptional considering the car had a short 112-inch wheelbase.
One year later, based on the innovative 1963 Tempest Lemans design and a big block 389 cubic inch engine, the GTO was born. is model has exceptional detail. We continue to be very impressed with Highway 61 and their effort they have put into each of their models. This car is no exception!
Features of this Item Include:
Diecast Body
Diecast Chassis
Opening Doors
Opening Hood
Opening Trunk
Steerable Wheels
Engine Wiring
Engine Hoses & Belts
Working Suspension
Folding Seatbacks
Soft Carpeting
Detailed Gauges
Working Sunvisors
Tampo Printed Graphics
Display Base
The bottom of the car is very detailed and really shows off that independent rear suspension that was so unique for its day. There is also a spare tire in the trunk.
Condition:
This item is considered to be in excellent condition. This generally means that the item is in "factory-mint" or like-new condition. It may have very slight flaws, which were present from the factory. It was probably never displayed. Nothing is 100% perfect, but this is as close as it gets.
The packaging for this item is considered to be in very good condition. This usually means that the
package is very close to excellent but might have a small sign of shelf wear or a slightly dinged corner. You will have to look closely to find any flaws.
The box has minimal wear from storage.
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