Pontiac Tempest (1965) for Sale in CA

This 1965 Pontiac Tempest is a GTO-inspired muscle car finished in black with red pinstripes over a black interior. It is powered by a rebuilt 455ci V8 featuring a tri-power intake manifold with triple carburetors, paired with a Muncie four-speed manual transmission. Equipped for both performance and style, the car includes four-wheel disc brakes, Hotchkis lowering springs, KYB shocks, front and rear sway bars, a Pypes exhaust system, and 15" Cragar S/S wheels. Inside, the cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench in patterned black vinyl with embossed Pontiac logos, complemented by woodgrain trim, a Hurst shifter, a locking glovebox, center console, heater, and a factory AM radio. The instrument cluster includes a 120-mph speedometer, tachometer, and gauges for fuel, coolant, and oil, with a vacuum gauge mounted on the center console. The exterior shows classic chrome bumpers and trim, dual exhaust exits, and “GTO” badging. Additional mechanical highlights include an aluminum radiator, ceramic-coated headers, and a mandrel-bent exhaust with Race Pro mufflers. With approximately 21,000 miles on the odometer and extensive performance upgrades, this Tempest blends iconic mid-’60s styling with modern muscle car performance.