The original muscle car. GTO stands for "Gran Turismo Omologato" which is Italian for Grand Accredited Touring. The nameplate was originally just a performance package for the Pontiac LeMans and the Pontiac Tempest. For a $296 premium, the car could be had with a 389 c.i.d. 325 bhp V8. A more powerful "Tri-Power" engine with 348 bhp was also available. Tri-Power refered the the three two-barrel carbouretors that the engine had. The car did so well that the GTO later became its own model.
In 1969 Pontiac released the "GTO Judge", an appearance package which included the Ram Air III engine, styled wheels, a Hurst T-Handle shifter, wider tires, various decals, and a rear spoiler. With just under 7,000 made, this is one of the most collectable Pontiacs.
The oil embargo of the seventies killed all muscle cars and the GTO became a compact based on the Nova. The GTO had passed on in 1974.
Thirty years later, Pontiac released a redone version of the Holden Monaro and labeled it the Pontiac GTO. Originally equipped with the 350 bhp 5.7 Liter LS1, the GTO was a respectable performer. The 2005 and 2006 models got the 6 Liter 400 bhp LS2 which really made the GTO a rocket.
The last of a dying breed, the GTO will cease production at the end of 2006. Many people miss what it has to offer; large doses of power and an exceedingly comfortable cockpit for a reasonable price. The GTO doesn't have much competition. Many people are turned off by the seemingly bland styling, or the fact that it is an Australian-built car. About 40,000 have been sold from 2004 - 2006
In 1969 Pontiac released the "GTO Judge", an appearance package which included the Ram Air III engine, styled wheels, a Hurst T-Handle shifter, wider tires, various decals, and a rear spoiler. With just under 7,000 made, this is one of the most collectable Pontiacs.
The oil embargo of the seventies killed all muscle cars and the GTO became a compact based on the Nova. The GTO had passed on in 1974.
Thirty years later, Pontiac released a redone version of the Holden Monaro and labeled it the Pontiac GTO. Originally equipped with the 350 bhp 5.7 Liter LS1, the GTO was a respectable performer. The 2005 and 2006 models got the 6 Liter 400 bhp LS2 which really made the GTO a rocket.
The last of a dying breed, the GTO will cease production at the end of 2006. Many people miss what it has to offer; large doses of power and an exceedingly comfortable cockpit for a reasonable price. The GTO doesn't have much competition. Many people are turned off by the seemingly bland styling, or the fact that it is an Australian-built car. About 40,000 have been sold from 2004 - 2006
"The Pontiac GTO was the first car to introduce the concept of putting a silly-stupid-powerful engine in a run-of-the-mill sedan."
"The new Pontiac GTO is an underrated well-rounded performer and a great value for money."
"The new Pontiac GTO is an underrated well-rounded performer and a great value for money."
by VooDooXII August 2, 2006
(1) V8 Archie is the company famous for pioneering the Pontiac Fiero V8 conversion. 400 or more HP + tiny, plastic, midengine car = cheap Ferrari Eater.
(2) They'll be around forever since the bodies won't rust.
(3) 60mph, slam the brakes, crank the wheel, stomp on the gas = NOTHING does 90's and 180's like a Fiero.
(2) They'll be around forever since the bodies won't rust.
(3) 60mph, slam the brakes, crank the wheel, stomp on the gas = NOTHING does 90's and 180's like a Fiero.
by Archie Turbo June 2, 2006
The signature bass sound that rattles the windows on most Pontiac brand cars. No car can beat that bass. Not even a Chevy which was the same model.
by Mike63 November 9, 2009
One of the most ugliest cars to ever roll out of GM. The overall design looks horrible, but don't let the ugliness fool you. It has a decent top speed, a powerful V6 engine and not to mention its very roomy too. If you bought yours new, there's a chance it came with a camping tent you can attach to the back lift gate. Some people claim this car to basically be a Pontiac Montana on crack. It has actually seen an increase in popularity due to Walter White driving one on Breaking Bad.
Guy 1: Hey what kind of car are you driving?
Guy 2: A Pontiac Aztek.
Guy 1: That thing looks ugly as Hell!
Guy 2: Oh yeah? Well sit in this thing and then tell me what you think!
Guy 1: Holy crap! This thing is so comfortable I take back what I said!
Guy 2: A Pontiac Aztek.
Guy 1: That thing looks ugly as Hell!
Guy 2: Oh yeah? Well sit in this thing and then tell me what you think!
Guy 1: Holy crap! This thing is so comfortable I take back what I said!
by Firebirdy1999 July 7, 2014
An abandoned stadium in Pontiac, Michigan. It has hosted the Detroit Lions, Detroit Pistons, some Soccer teams, and several football bowl games. After the Lions left in 2001, nothing significant really happened there. In April 2010, it reopened but nothing has happened there yet. It is a good example of the failure of Pontiac, Michigan.
by klingadingding December 13, 2010
400 hp Pontiac musclecar. The last GTO was a fantastic car, but sales were dismal. Three factors are usually sited for poor sales. (1) It's from Australia, not the USA. I think that would be a stupid reason not to buy the car, but, many people are stupid! (2) Looks. It looked good enough to me, but, many complained that it didn't resemble any previous GTOs. (3) Cost. Maybe there should have been a less expensive Tempest V6 (the old GTO was based on the Tempest/LeMans), a 300 hp GTO, and a 400 horse GTO JUDGE (historical name for extra potent GTO).
by Bahn, Otto Bahn December 1, 2006
The most stunning place in the whole entire world. You made friendships there that last forever and bonds with your whole division. All the girls and boys are so close like family and we can always talk about everything. Red alerts, O.B.S, campfires, treetop, free play, curfew, and family are the reasons why we everyone that steps foot on camp Pontiac loves it it.
Mom (usually from Westchester, long island, or Florida) : "what do you know about camp pontiac?"
Other mom (usually from Westchester, long island, or Florida): "my two oldest children have been going for the past seven years and have made such amazing lifelong friends."
Other mom (usually from Westchester, long island, or Florida): "my two oldest children have been going for the past seven years and have made such amazing lifelong friends."
by I💜pontiac November 26, 2018