1973 Pontiac Grand Prix

The very thought of time travel is exhilarating, but attempting it with a stylish personal/luxury/performer like the 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix can be a profound experience. - this triple-blue example features one repaint by the dealer in the 1980s and has been extremely well-preserved. - it was sparingly used in southern Ontario during the summers only and has had five owners, who have kept it 100-percent stock, except for the wheels and tires. He also believes the mileage to be accurate. This 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J runs and drives like new, as one would expect, the seller attests. - the very smooth 230-hp 400-cu.in. V-8 engine, with dual exhaust, and its drivetrain are original and never rebuilt or removed from the car, but the partial VIN stamped into the block hasn't been confirmed yet. He also notes some sweating on the oil pan and trans pan, but adds that it's nothing serious and no leaks are apparent. There's absolutely no smoke on start-up, the original automatic choke works very well, and the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic shifts seamlessly, the seller notes. Per the 1973 GP's powertrain chart, the differential came with a 2.93:1 gear ratio standard. At nearly 40 years old, the dealer repaint in Regatta Blue is holding up well, , who adds that there are several stone chips, minor crazing in one small area, and light wear and swirls in the finish, but overall rates it as an 8 out of 10, with a nice even shine and slight metallic look. Regarding rust in the body, the seller states that there's been none, ever and there are no patch panels and the floors and trunk are perfect. The original sheetmetal is virgin! The condition of the vinyl top is described as excellent, there are no issues with the original Soft-Ray tinted windows, the original weatherstripping is still soft and seals properly with no leaks anywhere, and the lights function as new, - Original and nearly perfect is how the seller depicts the cabin. He elaborates that its stunning blue Morrokide (vinyl) upholstery is in incredible condition, with no rips or tears and just one very small section of piping showing wear. The dashboard is perfect, the headliner is exceptional, but one rear corner is slightly loose, and the carpet is nice, he adds. The A/C system, factory-installed AM/FM/8-track stereo, power-assisted windows, and the dash gauges are said to operate properly. - Cragar S/S 15 x 7 chromed wheels, which were literally installed on day two of ownership, and the recent BFGoodrich Radial T/As with 95-percent of their tread remaining, are reportedly the Grand Prix's only deviations from stock (aside from the exhaust tips). The seller asserts that most of the components are original in the short-/long-arm front and four-link rear suspension, but the rear coil springs and shocks have been replaced. All of the bushings, mounts, and rubber components are sound. The power-assisted steering works flawlessly, the Pontiac tracks straight with no pulling, and the power-assisted disc/drum brakes work as they should with no issues. The original Rally II wheels and center caps are also included, but were stored outdoors for many year. Additional documentation includes professional vehicle evaluations and some invoices dated between December 1997 and the present, which document mileage from 24,301 to 35,050 over the last 24 years. This 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J apparently remains original enough to transport its new owner back to the early 1970s anytime he or she decides to traverse lightly traveled backroads and slip a cartridge into the tape player while nestled within the comfy confines of one of the most brilliantly designed interiors of the era.