1965 Pontiac GTO

Gateway Classic Cars San Antonio Austin is excited to offer this 1965 Pontiac GTO Tempest, finished in a red exterior with a black interior. Power is provided by a 389 CID V8 engine paired with a Holley carburetor and a 700R4 automatic transmission, reflecting the performance identity that helped define the GTO name. The Pontiac Tempest served as the midsize foundation for the GTO, which originated as a performance option package before becoming its own model. The 1965 model year represents an important period in Pontiac history, as the GTO played a key role in shaping the American muscle car segment. The GTO stood out from the regular Tempest with heavy-duty suspension for improved handling, quad stacked headlights, a hood scoop, GTO badging, and sporty trim. Inside, bucket seats, a center console, and sporty gauges contributed to a driver-focused, performance-oriented experience. This vehicle is accompanied by a PPO and an Owners Guide, adding additional pieces of period-related documentation. This GTO Tempest is equipped with air conditioning, an AM FM radio, power steering, and power brakes. The car rides on BFGoodrich Radial T A tires and also includes seatbelts, a spare tire, and a jack. Bosch gauges for voltage, temperature, and oil pressure are installed, providing the driver with precise monitoring of key engine functions. Overall, this 1965 Pontiac GTO Tempest reflects the heritage and design philosophy that established the GTO as one of Pontiac's most recognized performance models, presented with a clear and comprehensive feature set that highlights both style and functionality.