This 1968 Pontiac GTO features a rebuilt V8, rare factory options, and a signature from the "Godfather of the GTO."
A striking 1968 Pontiac GTO Hardtop, complete with a rare mix of factory options, tasteful upgrades, and a signature from a key figure in muscle car history, is now available through Hagerty Marketplace. With its bold Starlight Black finish and matching Cordova vinyl roof, this GTO presents a compelling blend of classic design and enhanced performance.
The 1968 model year marked a bold redesign for the GTO, including the introduction of the now-iconic Endura front bumper and vacuum-operated hidden headlamps. Under the hood of this example is a rebuilt, period-correct 400-cubic-inch V8, rated originally at 350 horsepower and 445 lb-ft of torque. The factory engine was replaced by the previous owner with a rebuilt equivalent and paired with a Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic transmission, operated via the desirable Hurst “His and Hers” Dual Gate shifter.
The car was ordered with an impressive list of factory options, as shown by the laminated window sticker, including air conditioning, tilt steering, retractable headlamp covers, power steering and brakes, deck lid remote release, and more. Though some air conditioning components are currently missing, the car retains its original interior features like a wood-rimmed steering wheel, woodgrain dash, and console.
Of historical note, the radiator cowling is signed by Jim Wangers, the Detroit PR executive who played a key role in the GTO’s creation and marketing—earning him the nickname “Godfather of the GTO.” Additional upgrades include a hood-mounted 8000 rpm tach, refreshed suspension, and a new remote-controlled radio discreetly installed in the trunk.
Rolling on 15-inch PMD wheels with Coker Classic redline tires, this GTO blends curb appeal with road-readiness. Minor cosmetic blemishes and a small rear main seal leak are noted, but the car remains a strong example of one of the era’s most celebrated muscle cars.
This 1968 GTO Hardtop represents more than just a collectible—it's a piece of Pontiac performance heritage. See it here.
