The Oxford American 1:87 series of classic cars continues with only the second release of the 1966 Pontiac GTO, as manufactured by General Motors. Sporting a spec that included front engine, rear-drive, two-door, four to five passenger capacity, this mid-sized car was made for over four generations from 1963 to 1974.The GTO rose from its origins in the Pontiac Tempest into a sporty car with a larger 389 cu ins Pontiac V8 engine from the full-size Pontiac Grand Prix hardtop coupé, promoting it as a special high performance model. In 1966, the year of our 1:87 scale replica, the GTO became a separate Pontiac model option with several refinements such as a curvy style with an upward turned rear fender to achieve the Coke Bottle look, as well as a slightly tunnelled backlight. The tailgate now featured a louvred cover. It was a bit longer on the existing wheelbase and weight remained the same. It was available as a pillared coupé, a hardtop without B pillars and a convertible. It was also a ‘first’ to feature a plastic front grille. The interior had newly designed bucket seats, adjustable headrest and a re-designed instrument panel with walnut veneer trim.
And it’s all here on our rich dark red release! Registered in Oklahoma as LE 3075 our GTO saloon has an all-black interior while external trim is finished in both black and silver. Note the GTO badge to one side of the split radiator grille, too.
In real life, the GTO sold almost 97,000 models, making it one of the most successful for GM.
The Oxford Diecast Pontiac GTO 1966 Montero Red is 1:87 Scale and comes on a plinth with a clear lid and Oxford Automobile wrap.
Packed: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 2.5cm ( L x W x H )
Unpacked: 6.0cm x 2.2cm x 1.7cm ( L x W x H )