Spring Hill, FL | USA
Description
1962 Pontiac Tempest · Convertible · Driven 88,000 miles 62 Tempest convertible 194 CI Trophy 4 engine Automatic transmission New convertible top and hydraulics No rust $18000 OBO This is an unusual car from Pontiac. ...
Our Take:
- The 1962 Pontiac Tempest is a bit of an oddball in the classic car world, and that's what makes it so fascinating! This model has Pontiac's innovative "Trophy 4" engine, which is actually half of a 389 V8—a quirky nod to engineering creativity in the early '60s.
- During its time, the Tempest was quite the trailblazer in drivetrain technology. It utilized a rear transaxle setup, which means the transmission was in the back, promoting better weight distribution and handling. It's a feature you'd expect from a European sports car rather than an American convertible of that era, right?
- The Tempest's design, especially as a convertible, captures the essence of early '60s Americana with its elongated lines and chrome accents. Owning one feels like driving a piece of rolling art that captures a unique period in Pontiac's design evolution.
- With its new convertible top and no signs of rust, this Tempest is whispering sweet promises of lazy Sunday cruises under the sun. Owning a Tempest is also about telling the story of Pontiac's adventurous spirit before the muscle car era took center stage.
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