1965 LeMans Convertible 326 Well Sorted Excellent Condition Loads of Documents!
1965 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible
1965 Pontiac LeMans Convertible
You only have a few chances in life to go after the one you love that you let go. For the collector who owns this car, a 1965 LeMans Convertible was the car he courted his wife with and drove around for a few years as they were dating. As life moved on, he regrettably sold their prized convertible LeMans to buy a van to fit his needs when he was renovating their home. He never forgot about that car and vowed to one day buy another blue on blue convertible. It took him 38 years to find the perfect car, this car. When he had seen this Pontiac in 2014, he knew it was fate and was not going to leave without buying it. He found his long lost love of years gone past. Now several years later, he sadly has to sell due to health reasons. It is now your chance to be the care taker of a car that was so loved.
This LeMans was originally purchased on June 9th, 1965 at Esler Pontiac in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. It is in remarkable condition and is mostly original to boot. The body is very straight and retains its original sheet metal. The paint was done a few years back (original color) but still shows extremely well with only a few normal rock chips from being driven, as you would expect. The chrome and trim are in excellent shape. The engine compartment was kept in original clean condition to keep this an honest survivor car. The underside is the same, clean and original. Even the interior is original including the carpet. New seat foam was installed in the original seats but the covers are factory still. The white convertible top is new. This Pontiac looks as nice in person as it does in these pictures. It is a numbers matching car from the engine, to the transmission, and the rear.
Mechanically, this car is sound as well. You would be able to drive it from South Carolina to anywhere in the country with confidence. The owner is the type of guy who likes to use and enjoy his toys so they have to be in top working condition. The following work was done in the last couple years to make sure he can drive it anywhere without hesitation:
All new Brake Lines, New Wheel Cylinders & Bracket Clips, New Gas Tank & Gas Sending Unit, New Fuel Line, New Fuel Pump, Complete Major Tune-Up, Changed to Electronic Ignition (still have the original distributor), New Upper & Lower Ball Joints, New Idler Arm, New Control Arm, New Front & Rear Coil Springs with Air Shocks in the Rear, New Dual Aluminized Complete Exhaust System, New Water Pump, New Heavy Duty Radiator, All New Body Mounts, All New Bushings in Front End & Rear Control Arm Bushings, Transmission Completely Rebuilt, Engine pulled for New Front & Rear Main Seals, New Oil Pan Gasket, Two (2) New Motor Mounts Installed, New Valve Cover Gaskets, New Foam Installed on Bucket & Rear Seats, New Convertible Top, Installed CD Player Hidden in Glove Box with AM/FM Radio with Alpine Speakers Hidden under the Dash. Original Radio Kept In Place to Keep Car Looking Original, New White Wall Radial Tires, Emergency Brake Warning Light and Clock Work, New Trunk Mat with Spare Tire Cover.
Here are the features and factory options on this LeMans Convertible:
Standard:
Deluxe Steering Wheel
Dual Horns
Front Bucket Seats
Floor Carpeting
Courtesy Lamps
Power Operated Top
Options:
2 bbl 326 V8 Engine
Automatic Transmission
Saf-T-Track Differential
Push Button Radio
Underhood Lamp
2-Speed Washers & Wipers
Padded Instrument Panel
HD Air Cleaner
Visor Vanity Mirror
Non Glare Inside Mirror
Drivers Side Remote Mirror
Deluxe Wheel Discs
Backup Lamps
Luggage Lamp
Glove Box Lamp
Ashtray / Cigar Lighter Lamp
Parking Brake Lamp
Wonder Touch Power Steering
Door Edge Guards
Soft Ray Windshield
Spare Wheel Tire Cover
Center Console
Front Floor Mats
Rear Floor Mats
This car also has its original build sheet and reproduction window sticker.
Beyond these features and options the owner also sought out a bonanza of NOS books and manuals that the Pontiac dealerships had (dealer only) and also a huge LeMans Poster to hang in the showroom. All of this documentation was at a significant cost of $7,460!!! These are included in the sale of the auction. Here is the list of items, with the prices paid:
1. Complete Book-Pontiac-Colors-Interiors-Accessories $ 850.00
2. Complete Book-Pontiac Sales Manual $ 850.00
3. Complete Book-Press Information-Pontiac Service Bulletins
Pontiac Service Information 1965 (News Flash) $ 500.00
4. Complete Book-Exterior Colors-Two Tone Color Selections-
Carpeting-Convertible Tops-Cordova Tops $ 400.00
5. Pontiac & Tempest Flat Rate Manual 1965 $ 125.00
6. Pontiac Goodwill Used Car Merchandising & Display Guide Book $ 700.00
7. GM Canadian Dealer Album-Shows Colors-Interiors-Accessories-All
Models-Carpet Samples-Cordova Tops-Convertibles Complete Book $ 375.00
8. Book on Sales Literature-Dealer Packets with Pontiac Emblems-Envelopes
& Letter Head Papers from Dealer & Give A-ways-Napkins, Paper Plates,
Etc.-Original Pictures-Factory Photos Lemans & GTO $ 400.00
9. Original Poster 30" x 70" of 1965 Pontiac Temptest Sport Coupe in Color
Poster has been Professionally Wood Framed-Mounted on Acid Free Backing-
Mounted with Matte Border All Around-Original Box Poster Came In has
Original GM Label from the Factory. Cost for Framing $950.00 and Cost
Of Poster $400.00 $ 1,350.00
10. Complete Tool Kit-With Spotlight-Tools-Flare-Pair of White Gloves-
Mechanics Red Rags-Tire Pressure Gauge-In Original GM Leather Case $ 500.00
11. Three (3) Pontiac Jackets with Pontiac Emblem Patch-Dealer Gave Jacket
When You Bought New GTO $ 375.00
12. I have All Receipts on All Work Done-Documented in 1965 Pontiac
Binder
13. 1965 Dealer Envelope-Manuals $ 35.00
14. Pontiac Dealer Salesmen Binder-White Emblem-Set Up Dealer Lot and
Showroom $ 250.00
15. 1965 Flat Rate Manual-Schedule Pontiac & Tempest $ 50.00
16. Pontiac Notebook Binder-1970's - 1980's $ 50.00
17. 1965 Dealer Showroom Red Album-Covers Color & Interior
Binder Only $ 325.00
18. 1965 Red Binder Covers Models with Options-Accessory Sheets with
Page Dividers-Binder Only $ 325.00
As you can see, this is not just some average car owner, but a serious enthusiast and collector. Between the already excellent condition of this 1965 LeMans Convertible, the serious amount of recent maintenance performed, and the overwhelming amount of documentation, this car is the right car for you. You will not find an equal deal anywhere else on the market today. To know that this LeMans has had all the things that needed to be done so all you have to do is drive it is reassuring. No expense was spared to make this a well sorted car that is tight and drives perfect. There is nothing for you to do but turn the key and drive into the sunset, topless. The story of this car is an incredible one and now it's up to you to add a new chapter to its love story. Do not hesitate to purchase this collectible muscle car because an opportunity like this only comes around once in a lifetime.
Disclaimer - Please Read - BID TO OWN! I am listing this car for a friend. I do not own the vehicle personally. Please be a serious buyer when placing bids on this vehicle. Make sure you have all of your funds secure BEFORE bidding. If you need to check with your wife, daughter, son, father, mother, Priest, Rabbi, Buddha, neighbors, doctor, sponsors, buddies, friends, parole officer, alien abductors, Vegan sensei, or the punk kid down the street, please do so BEFORE BIDDING! Deposits will be nonrefundable for those who do not have permission to buy or have their finances together. A $500 deposit will be due within 24 hours of the winning auction end. Full payment will be due within 5 days of the auction ending and vehicle pick up within 10 days of the auction end unless other arrangements are made. This vehicle is being sold AS/IS with no warranty given or implied. The buyer is responsible for all shipping costs. I can help arrange nationwide and worldwide shipping. Contact me for pricing. I reserve the right to end the auction at any point due to local advertisements. Thank you, good luck, and happy bidding!
- Make: Pontiac
- Model: Le Mans
- SubModel: Survivor
- Type: Convertible
- Trim: Convertible
- Year: 1965
- Mileage: 100,250
- VIN: 237675B128016
- Color: Blue
- Engine size: 326
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Blue
- Drive side: Left-hand drive
- Options: CD Player, Convertible
- Vehicle Title: Clear Want to buy? Contact seller!
