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02-03-2014, 08:15 PM
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1965 GTO -E Brake, Clutch, Brake & Gas Pedal Stainless Trim
I just purchased an original unrestored GTO survivor with original motor and 4 speed transmission. The car came from the factory with manual brakes and steering and does not have the stainless trim on any of the pedals. I was told that this is correct for manual brake and steering cars. Is this true? If so, why did Pontiac do this? Thanks.
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#2
02-03-2014, 08:33 PM
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I believe that as well , only power brakes had the trim ,others will chime in .
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02-03-2014, 10:10 PM
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That's what I've always thought too , but the 70 Bonneville that I recently purcased from the original owners and is original has the stainless trim on the pedals and doesn't have power brakes . This is a first for me but not sure if it is a year thing or a B body . I don't recall seeing this on an A body cars I've owned .
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#4
02-03-2014, 10:40 PM
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Same for 66 A bodies. Manual brakes..... no pedal trim.
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#5
02-03-2014, 11:32 PM
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Thanks guys. I won't put any trim on pedals since that's apparently how it came from the factory.
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#6
02-04-2014, 07:54 AM
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Way to go man Is it Turq on Turq ? N.Carolina car ? How about a couple pictures here bub ! 
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#7
02-04-2014, 11:20 AM
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Once I figure out how to post photos, I will start a new thread and do so. I'm thrilled to own a true one owner barn find. Factory black, close ratio 4 speed, tri-power, parchment interior, rally gauges and wood wheel. Ordered with 3:90 Posi. Have all original paperwork and window sticker. Paint is 95% original but shows the wear and tear of being an everyday driver for 7 years. No rust on the body other than some beginnings around the front and back glasses. Has a few dings and scrapes, but I'm going to get it running and make it mechanically roadworthy, detail it out and leave it alone. 73k miles.
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02-04-2014, 12:54 PM
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No one addressed the "why" part but my interpretation would be the Marketing group thought it would be nice to give a little extra "bling" to the guy who is spending more money. Looking forward to pics! K
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02-04-2014, 07:03 PM
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Gary Get in, ShuT Up, Hang On! Member of the Baltimore Built Brotherhood MY GTO built 4th Week of March 1966 "Crusin' Is Not A Crime" Keep yer stick on the ice. |
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#10
02-04-2014, 07:39 PM
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