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Jim Wangers, the Godfather of the GTO Announces the Sale of his Pontiac Collection

Jim Wangers 1969 GTO Recreation Resto-mod


Jim Wangers, the man most closely associated with the advertising and promotion of Pontiac during its glory days of the 60s and 70s, and the man affectionately termed the "Godfather of the GTO" has decided to "thin the herd.” You will also remember Jim from his amazing Jim Wangers Signature Edition GTO.

Wangers is offering his prized collection of Pontiac’s for sale. Included is Wangers’ collection of Trans Ams—a complete set of Anniversary Edition cars—a '69, a '79, an '89 and a '99 Convertible.

Jim Wangers 1989 20th Anniversary Trans Am


Jim Wangers is not only Pontiac’s legendary “ad man,” he has always been an avid enthusiast, driving and racing since the late 50s with a win at the 1960 NHRA Nationals in a Pontiac to his credit. Nearing 84, Wangers recently stated, “I am not really able to enjoy these cars like I used to do. I respect these cars too much, so I’ve decided it is time for other more capable enthusiasts to get behind the wheel and feel the performance of my favorite Pontiacs.”

Jim Wangers 1969 GTO Judge


The Wangers Collection includes a ’65 Royal Bobcat GTO, his all-time favorite ’69 GTO Judge as well as a mix of Firebirds to mention a few. These Pontiacs all have significant meaning to Wangers, given his involvement in the creation, marketing and promotion of so many notable Pontiacs.

Jim Wangers 1965 GTO Sport Coupe


Each car comes with its complete PHS (Pontiac Historic Services documentation) and can be personally autographed by Jim Wangers for the new owner.

Jim Wangers 1967 Firebird 400


These wonderful Pontiacs are "drivers" not "trailer queens.” They do what they were built to do—run and show people their taillights.

Jim Wangers 1966 GTO Convertible


For more information, contact the Jim Wangers Collection.
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