Pontiac GTO

Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO is an automobile built by Pontiac Division of General Motors in the United States from 1964 to 1974, and by GM subsidiary Holden in Australia from 2004 to 2006. It is considered an innovative, and now classic muscle car of the 1960s and 1970s. From 1964 until midway through 1973 it was closely related to the Pontiac Tempest/LeMans and for the 1974 model year it was based on the Pontiac Ventura. The 21st century GTO is essentially a left-hand drive Holden Monaro, itself a coupe variant of the Holden Commodore. The GTO was the brainchild of Pontiac engineer Russell Gee, an...
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quick facts
Make:Pontiac
Parent company:General Motors
Debut year:1964
Number of generations:5
Automotive classIntermediate
Related models:Pontiac LeMans, Chevrolet Nova, Holden Monaro

Manufacturer of the Pontiac GTO

General Motors
General Motors
Headquarters:Detroit
Founded:1908
Founder:William C. Durant
Additional makes:Pontiac, GMC, Holden, Oldsmobile, Hummer, Vauxhall, General Motors, Chevrolet

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    In addition to the Pontiac GTO, which cars are included in the Intermediate class of automobiles?
  • A:
    The Ford Taurus, Chevrolet Chevelle, Holden Monaro, Mazda Atenza and Ford Mondeo are in the same automotive category.
  • Q:
    Which popular car models does the builder of the Pontiac GTO build?
  • A:
    The auto company also sells the Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac Aztek, Pontiac G8 and Pontiac G6.
  • Q:
    The GTO is manufactured by which auto company?
  • A:
    General Motors is the model's manufacturer.
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Awards & Accolades

  • Motor Trend Car of the Year
    1968
Pontiac GTO
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