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| Available only in 1964 as an option on the 1964 Pontiac Tempest LeMans. GTO optioned Tempest Lemans featured distinctive appearance items in place of standard LeMans features. |
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1964 Pontiac Lemans GTO
The famous Grand Turismo Omologata (GTO) was for the first year offered to the public. Available only in 1964 as an option on the 1964 Pontiac Tempest LeMans. GTO optioned Tempest Lemans featured distinctive appearance items in place of standard LeMans features. Standard Engine was a 389 cubic inch with 10.75:1 compression ratio which produced 325 horsepower at 4600 rpm's. Optional you could factory order the same 389 cubic inch motor which produced 348 horsepower at 4600 rpm's.
Standard Equipment included: 389 engine w/1 - 4bbl and 325 horsepower, 3 speed stick with Hurst Shifter, Heavy-duty clutch, heavy-duty springs, shocks, stabilizer bar, special 7.5 x 14 red-line tires (rayon cord whitewalls optional at no extra cost), 14 x 6JK wide-rim wheels, high capacity radiator, declutching fan, high capacity battery, chromed air-cleaner, rocker covers, oil filler cap, bucket seats, standard axle ratio 3.23:1 (3.08, 3.36*, 3.55* to 1 available at no extra cost).
Extra Cost Options: 389 engine w/3 - 2bbl and 348 horsepower (code #809), 3.55:1 axle ratio standard with this engine option/4speed with Hurst shifter (gear ratios 2.56:1, 1.91:1, 1.48:1, 1.00:1 and 2.64:1 reverse) 2-speed automatic with 2.20:1 torque converter, Safe-T-Track limited-slip differential, (Code #701), 3.90:1, axle ratio available on special order with metallic brake linings, heavy-duty radiator and Safe-T-Track, Handling kit-20:1 quick steering and extra-firm-control heavy-duty shocks (Code #612), high-performance full transistor (breakerless) ignition (Code #671), tachometer (code #452), custom sports steering wheel, exhaust splitters (dealer installed), wire wheel discs (dealer installed), custom wheel discs with spinner and break cooling holes, Console.
1964 Pontiac Tempest Lemans GTO Specifications
| Model Number |
Body/Style Number |
Body Type & Seating |
Factory Price |
Shipping Weight |
Total Production |
| Tempest LeMans w/ GTO Option |
| 22 |
27 |
2d Coupe - 5P |
$2,852 |
3,106 lbs |
7,384 |
| 22 |
37 |
2d Hardtop - 5P |
$2,963 |
3,126 lbs |
18,422 |
| 22 |
67 |
2d Convertible - 5P |
$3,081 |
3,360 lbs |
6,644 |
NOTES:
- 32,450 Tempest LeMans GTO's were built in 1964
Model Series Identification
| GTO 2d Coupe - 5P - 2227 |
GTO 2d Hardtop - 5P - 2237 |
GTO 2d Convertible - 5P - 2267 |
Chassis Data
| Model |
Wheelbase |
Overall Length |
Width |
Front Tread |
Rear Tread |
Tires |
| GTO |
115 in |
203 in |
73.3 in |
58 in |
58 in |
7.75 x 14 |
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VIN Decoding |
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| Serial Numbers were on the left front
hinge pillar. Fisher body on cowl tells style number, body number, trim
code, paint code, and other data. |
| First Symbol - Engine |
| 4 = Four Cylinder |
8 = Eight Cylinder (V-8) |
| 6 = Six Cylinder |
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| Second Symbol - Series |
| 0 = Tempest (Standard) |
5 = Ventura |
| 1 = Tempest (Custom) |
6 = Star Chief |
| 2 = LeMans |
8 = Bonneville |
| 3 = Catalina |
9 = Grand Prix |
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| Third Symbol - Year |
| 4 = 1964 |
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| Fourth Symbol - Assembly Plant |
| (B) Baltimore, Maryland |
(P) Pontiac, Michigan |
| (D) Doraville, Georgia |
(R) Arlington, Texas |
| (E) Linden, New Jersey |
(S) Southgate, California |
| (F) Fremont, California |
(U) Lordstown, Ohio |
| (G) Framingham, Massachusetts |
(X) Kansas City, Kansas |
| (M) Kansas City, Missouri |
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| Last Four Symbols - Production Sequence |
| Started at 1001 |
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1964 Pontiac Tempest Lemans GTO Engines
Location Of Engine Code: V-8 engine codes are found on front of block
below right cylinder head. NOTE: Some Pontiac experts claim that a few GTOs were built with
factory installed and/or dealer installed 421-cid V-8s.
| Letter Code |
Engine |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Transmission |
Carburetor |
| 76X |
8-389 |
348 |
428 |
Manual |
3 - 2 BC |
| 77J |
8-389 |
348 |
428 |
Turbo Hydra-Matic |
3 - 2 BC |
| 78X |
8-389 |
325 |
428 |
Manual |
4 BC |
| 79J |
8-389 |
325 |
428 |
Turbo Hydra-Matic |
4 BC |
Transmission Codes |
| Transmission |
Location |
| Super Hydra-Matic "315" (Dual-Coupling Hydra-Matic) |
On name plate located on lower left corner of the rear face of transmission
case. |
| Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
On serial number plate attached to left side of transmission. |
| Super Turbine 300 (TempesTorque) |
On metal tag fastened to right side of transmission case or stamped
on lower servo cover. |
| Jetway |
On metal tag fastened to right side of transmission case or stamped
on lower servo cover. |
| 3-Speed |
Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
| 4-Speed |
Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
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| Plant and Type Designation Prefix |
Transmission Type |
| 20 |
TempesTorque |
| 30 |
TempesTorque |
| 31 |
TempesTorque |
| 40 |
TempesTorque |
| MC |
TempesTorque |
| NA |
TempesTorque |
| NB |
TempesTorque |
| P |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PAH |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PAS |
Super Hydra-Matic "315" |
| PB |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PBS |
Super Hydra-Matic "315" |
| PC |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PCS |
Super Hydra-Matic "315" |
| PE |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PEH |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PES |
Super Hydra-Matic "315" |
| PG |
Roto Hydra-Matic "10" |
| PS |
Super Hydra-Matic "315" |
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Axle Codes |
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of axle shaft and by ratio stamped on right hand axle tube. (For example:
if 43-10 is stamped on the axle tube it is a 4.30:1 ratio. Just divide the
first number by the second number to give you the ratio.) |
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| Color - Non-Locking |
Color - Locking |
Ratio |
| Black |
Black & Green |
4.30 |
| Blue |
Blue & Green |
3.55 |
| Brown |
Brown & Green |
3.23 |
| Gray |
Gray & Green |
2.56 |
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Green |
3.90 |
| Orange |
Orange & Green |
2.93 |
| Pink |
Pink & Green |
3.73 |
| Red |
Red & Green |
2.78 |
| Yellow |
Yellow & Green |
3.08 |
| White |
White & Green |
3.36 |
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Options and Accessories
| Code |
Description |
Price |
| NA |
Air Conditioning |
$430.00 |
| NA |
Console Shift (LeMans) |
NA |
| NA |
Padded Dash |
NA |
| NA |
Remote Control Mirror |
$12.00 |
| NA |
Power Convertible Top |
NA |
| NA |
Power Tilt Bucket Seats |
$96.00 |
| NA |
Power Steering |
$57.00 |
| NA |
Power Brakes |
NA |
| NA |
Power Tailgate Window |
NA |
| NA |
Push-Button Radio |
NA |
| NA |
Bucket Seats |
NA |
| NA |
Custom Steering Wheel |
NA |
| NA |
Deluxe Steering Wheel w/ Ring |
NA |
| NA |
4-Speed Manual Transmission |
NA |
| NA |
389-cid/325-hp V-8 |
NA |
| 809 |
389-cid/348-hp V-8 (Tri-Power) |
NA |
| NA |
Heavy-Duty 3-Speed Manual Transmission |
NA |
| NA |
Muncie 4-Speed Manual Transmission (w/ Hurst Linkage) |
NA |
| 701 |
Safe-T-Track Differential |
NA |
| 452 |
Tachometer |
$54.00 |
| 671 |
Transistor Ignition |
NA |
| NA |
Cordova Top |
NA |
| NA |
Two-Speed Wipers & Washers |
NA |
| NA |
3-Speed Manual Transmission (standard) |
NA |
| NA |
Automatic Transmission |
NA |
| 612 |
Heavy-Duty Shock Absorbers |
NA |
| NA |
Console w/ Tachometer |
$161.00 |
Paint Codes - Exterior Colors |
| Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
A - Tuxedo Black
Lucite® Code - 88
Dulux® Code - 93-005 |
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V - Ember Red
Lucite® Code - 4387LH
Dulux® Code - 93-95896H |
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J - Meadow Green Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4532L
Dulux® Code - 181-96882 |
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S - Saddle Tan Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4392L
Dulux® Code - 181-96217 |
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H - Skyline Blue
Lucite® Code - 4531
Dulux® Code - 93-96881 |
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C - Ermine White
Lucite® Code - 4024L
Dulux® Code - 93-93774 |
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F - Silver Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4250L
Dulux® Code - 181-95180 |
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R - Desert Beige
Lucite® Code - 4526L
Dulux® Code - 93-96809 |
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W - Daytona Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4395L
Dulux® Code - 181-96220 |
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D - Satin Silver Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4247L
Dulux® Code - 181-95176 |
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P - Azure Aqua Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4253L
Dulux® Code - 181-95183 |
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N - Sunfire Red Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4533LH
Dulux® Code - 181-96884H |
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Q - Lagoon Aqua Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4529L
Dulux® Code - 181-96812 |
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L - Palomar Red Metallic #2
Lucite® Code - 4600LM
Dulux® Code - Not Available |
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T - Almond Fawn Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4527L
Dulux® Code - 181-96810 |
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NOTES: The first letter of a two-letter paint code identifies the body
color. The second letter identifies the roof color. (For example,
the combination FW on a Pontiac would indicate the body finished
in Yorktown Blue Metallic and the roof area in Nocturne Bleu Metallic.)
General Motors paint code plate for all models except Corvair and
Corvette is located under the hood at the top of the firewall on
the left or right of the upper shroud. Corvair paint code plate
is on the left rear wheel housing. Corvette paint code plate is
under the dash, below the glove compartment. |
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Paint Codes - Interior Colors |
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Trunk Colors (spatter finish) |
Red = 389 - 219 |
Blue-Green = 389 - 220 |
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