This streamlined the performance to 265 hp and 397 ft-0lb torque. The economy engine had a two-barrel carburetor instead of a Rochester four-barrel. Other OptionsĮngines: Other than the standard offering, two more 400 cu engines were available for the 1967 GTO economy and high output HO. Therefore, the new Pontiac GTO also included energy absorbing steering wheel, padded instrument panel, non protruding control knobs and four-way emergency flashers. The US safety laws were getting strict during the late 60s. GTO’s two speed automatic transmission became a history and new three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic TH400 was now available for any engine. The standard engine could yield 335hp rpm with a torque of Since multiple carburetor system was no more a possible choice, it was replaced with a Rochester four barrel carburetor. The 1967 Pontiac GTO was offered in three body types coupe, hardtop and convertible.Ī 400 cu inch V8 engine was standard for 1967 GTO. Now for the second reason, styling was also overlooked for 1967 Pontiac GTO because the focus was majorly on the mechanical improvements and performance. Other than these, the car offered the same amount of head, and leg room.
A few changes in seat patterns and a new steering wheel design were incorporated in the 67 Pontiac GTO. The interior was also not very distinguishable from the previous year’s GTO. It was pretty much the 66 GTO from the side profile, but rear taillight panels received new touch ups. However, there were a few notable differences including a chrome wire mesh replacing the plastic grille insert this time. Firstly, the spectacular look of the 66 GTO did deserve a longer reign. The styling remained largely unchanged for 1967 GTO. The 1967 Pontiac GTO signified that the GTO was ready to move on to its next generation. From a stunning start as an option for the Tempest in 1967 to an iconic end of the first generation in 1967, Pontiac GTO remained a history maker.
Only a few cars in the automobile history have ever garnered so much popularity during their first generation as the Pontiac GTO.
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