1961 Pontiac Catalina 425A

For the collector who wants the best of the best. This Rare 1961 Pontiac Catalina 425A achieved Junior Gold with a score of 397 out of a possible 400 at the 2017 Pontiac-Oakland Club International event in Fort Worth, Texas. The car was also awarded Silver at the Keels and Wheels Concourse d'Elegance 2018 judging event. PHS Documented and Recently Restored by the Renowned Thorpe Body & Corvette Shop in O'Fallon, Illinois. Tim Thorpe and his crew spent 1164.5 hours in hopes of creating the "best Catalina in the country." Powered by the 389 with 3 dueces it is rated at 348HP. It is matched up to the correct 4-speed transmission and 390 Safe-T-Track real axle. The stickers are still on the side window regarding its racing history. It has the correct door panels, NOS interior upholstery and components provided by SMS. The exterior was stripped to bare metal finished to it's original color of Richmond Gray. With this exterior color along with the Tri-Color Maroon interior, this car is believed to be the only Catalina 425A in with this beautiful color combination, making it 1 of 1. 4 key factors that make this car so valuable: 1. Rarity of this Model Catalina 2. Concourse 1200 hrs Restoration. 3. Having the Judging already done. 4. The time and effort it would take to do this again. Asking $195,000. Owner will consider delivering enclosed himself. PHCS Documentation available upon request. Offers welcomed. For more information call Kent @713-703-0674 frankscarbarn.com