The 1967 Pontiac GTO is nothing short of a legend, catapulting the muscle car ethos to the forefront of American car culture thanks to a combination of style, power, and, of course, a bucket of attitude. Climbing behind the wheel of one of these things, you might think that GM got it right the first time around. Nevertheless, restomod variants abound, but this particular GTO restomod stands out thanks to huge list of subtle (and not-so-subtle) top-shelf upgrades. Now, we’re going in-depth with this rolling work of automotive art in the following feature video.
Once again coming to us from the folks at AutotopiaLA, this 1967 Pontiac GTO restomod belongs to Steve Aguilar, who originally wanted a survivor car. However, as is often the case, the project eventually snowballed into a high-performance showpiece.
Steve collaborated with the Roadster Shop to enhance the car’s frame, body, and cooling systems. He also worked with Sean Smith, one of the world’s top muscle car designers, to elevate the build to an entirely new level.
“The hardest part is picking a color for the car,” Aguilar confesses. After mulling it over, Aguilar and Smith ended up selecting Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic paint, a factory BMW color, which is paired with a Ferrari-inspired Bordeaux leather interior.
The owner wanted to keep the classic Pontiac GTO lines more or less intact, all while upgrading elements like the wheels, trim, and lighting for a modern, elegant feel. Custom details like nickel-plated finishes and hidden intercoolers contribute to the clean look. Inside, the car boasts a custom dashboard, luxury leather seats, and personalized accents, all meticulously designed and crafted.
Under the hood, this 1967 Pontiac GTO is an absolute beast, cradling a 427 V8 engine topped by a Whipple supercharger and tuned to deliver an estimated 1,000 to 1,100 horsepower at the crank. Roadster Shop’s custom suspension system and independent rear suspension (IRS) keep the car manageable on the road despite its massive power.
Every part of this build was massaged, and the end result is nothing short of stunning. Check it out for yourself right here:
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Damn…can I have one in a ’65, with an original pumped-up Poncho engine and Blue Charcoal paint? I had one back in the early ’70s but it was T-boned by a Ford Galaxy running a red light. I miss that car still, after all these years…sigh.
Damn Son!!! So GOOD!!! Thanks for sharing.