1966 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 Pontiac GTO was never short on presence, but this restomod takes that raw, factory-born attitude and rebuilds it for the modern street. It trades nostalgia for performance, showing what happens when classic design meets modern capability. This car keeps the character that made the GTO a legend while delivering the speed, handling, and reliability expected of a modern performance build. Finished in a vivid blue hue closely resembling Pontiac's Barrier Blue, the body keeps its traditional lines and signature stacked headlights but adds subtle modern touches that set it apart. The panels are straight and clean, with factory-style brightwork, polished bumpers, and tight fitment throughout. LED headlights with blue-illuminated halo rings give the front end a bold signature when the parking lights are on, while LED taillights complete the update out back. The stance is aggressive yet tasteful, achieved through 18-inch front and 20-inch rear chrome Ridler 650 wheels wrapped in Nitto NT555 G2 tires that fill the arches perfectly. Power comes from a 6.0L LS crate engine sourced from The Hot Rod Company. The iron block is topped with CNC-ported aluminum heads and a FiTech electronic fuel injection system featuring a FiTech intake manifold and throttle body. The engine is finished in an attractive blue hue that recalls classic Pontiac mills, contrasting with black hardware, billet details, and a show-grade Carbon X brake booster featuring a carbon-fiber shell and exposed fasteners. A billet CVF accessory drive ties it all together. Power runs through a Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission to a 10-bolt rear axle with 3.23 gears and Positraction. The chassis features tubular control arms, Aldan coilover shocks, and MP four-wheel power disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors, bringing precise handling and confident braking to match its muscle. Power steering keeps it driver-friendly. Inside, the car strikes a balance between classic GTO design and modern comfort. Restored black vinyl upholstery and stainless trim preserve the vintage aesthetic, while Dakota Digital blue-lit gauges and a cue-ball shifter bring a subtle performance edge. A Custom Autosound stereo with Bluetooth, a modern Kicker amplifier, and Kicker speakers provide updated sound, and the cabin stays cool thanks to modern air conditioning. The three-spoke wood-rim steering wheel, stainless console trim, and clean stitching remind you this is still a GTO. This GTO channels the right mix of nostalgia and muscle. It looks like the car that ruled Woodward Avenue, but it drives like something far newer, built for open roads, late nights, and hard pulls. The stance is purposeful and the mechanical choices are smart rather than excessive. For enthusiasts who appreciate performance that has been earned, not imagined, this GTO proves that the Goat never lost its edge. It simply evolved. Key Highlights * 6.0L LS V8 crate engine from the Hot Rod Company * Tremec T56 6-speed manual transmission * 10-bolt rear axle with 3.23 gearing * Positraction differential * FiTech EFI * Power, four-wheel disc brakes * Carbon X brake booster * Power steering * Modern air conditioning * Upgraded suspension front and rear * Aldan coil over shocks * Tubular control arms * LED headlights and taillights * Custom Autosound audio with Bluetooth connectivity * Kicker amplifier and Kicker speakers * Dakota Digital gauges