Where did the 1963 Pontiac LeMans come from?

Owned and restored by Ralph and Jan Catalano of Schenectady, New York, this 1963 Le Mans convertible hasn’t traveled too far during its 47-year existence. It originally came from just down the road, from nearby Cobleskill. It was bought from Valley Pontiac, where the first owner paid a handsome $3,485.16 for it.

What should I look for in a 1963 Le Mans?

Looking For O… Where Can I Purchase 4 Brake Shoes And Springs, 4 Brake Drums, 4 Wheel Cyli… my Pontiac is 1963 Lemans Convertible also needs; power steering valve, radius valve, strut rod bushings.

What kind of car was the 1964 Pontiac Le Mans?

Mention the name Le Mans to a Pontiac enthusiast and the first car they’ll think of is the 1964 model–you know, the one with the GTO letters on the grille. The early ’70s Le Mans Sport models also rate high on a Pontiac fan’s list, especially if we’re talking about a GT-37.

What was the maximum speed of the 1963 Le Mans car?

Based on a BRM Formula 1 car, the twin turbines generated 150 bhp but only gave a maximum speed of 230 kp/h (145 mph). Unable to run on regulation fuel, (it ran on paraffin) the car was not on the official entry list, and given number “00”.

What kind of car was the 1963 Pontiac LeMans?

1963 Pontiac LeMans Restomod This triple black car in race mode is a 9 second car. This shows the car in race form with slicks. Full race motor, fuel cell, 10 point full roll cage, two seats.

How did the Pontiac Le Mans 326 come to be?

The story of how the Le Mans 326 came to be is a good one. John DeLorean and his team at Pontiac knew the young people were looking for something fast and affordable to drive, but GM had put strict rules on building performance cars at the time. The story goes that no GM brand could build a sporty car with an engine larger than the Corvette’s 327.

Where did the 1963 Pontiac LeMans come from?