One of the most celebrated icons of the muscle car era is up for grabs. A rotisserie-restored 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible, complete with its legendary Tri-Power 389ci V8 engine, is being offered as the grand prize in a national sweepstakes benefitting military veterans and children’s charities.
This drop-top dream machine is more than just a collectible—it’s a visceral tribute to the birth of American performance. Often hailed as the car that ignited the muscle car movement, the 1965 GTO helped define a generation of V8-powered excitement.
The grand prize vehicle is finished in the highly sought-after Montero Red exterior with a matching red interior and a contrasting white convertible top, capturing the vibrant style of 1960s cruising culture. Under the hood lies a factory-correct 389 cubic-inch V8 topped with three two-barrel carburetors—a setup known as “Tri-Power.” Paired with a Muncie 4-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip rear end, this GTO isn’t just built to show—it’s ready to go.
Painstakingly rotisserie-restored to its original glory, the car features dual exhaust, performance suspension, and factory-correct detailing throughout. It’s a tribute to the days when Pontiac’s “Tiger” reigned supreme on American roads—and when a young generation first tasted the thrill of raw, unfiltered power.
To sweeten the deal, the sweepstakes organizers will cover $25,000 in federal taxes for the winner, making this a turnkey prize with no financial guesswork.
Whether you call it The Goat, The Humbler, or The Great One, this is the real deal. And for one lucky donor, it could soon be theirs.
Shawn Henry