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1965 Pontiac LeMans

Michigan

$39,995

1965 Pontiac LeMans

Vehicle Details

Make

Pontiac

Model

LeMans

Year

1965

Mileage

45,000 miles

Transmission

Automatic

Drivetrain

RWD

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

389

Condition

Good

Description

1965 Pontiac Lemans that is on bags with 10 switches, nice factory 389 with mild cam and upgrades. Has nice stock interior, good sounds system, Boyd wheels fuel: gas odometer: 45,000 title status: clean transmission: automatic

Pontiac LeMans Buyer's Guide

Full guide
M
Mike Sullivan
Muscle Cars
1962–1981
~3 min read
Updated Apr 2026
The GTO's sibling offers genuine A-body style and performance at a fraction of the cost, the Pontiac LeMans is the smart collector's alternative.
This guide covers
✓ 8-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 3 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts
Read the Full LeMans Buyer's Guide

Pontiac LeMans Market Overview

Based on 27 Pontiac LeMans listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

27
Listed Now
$38,202
Avg. Asking Price
1964–1973
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site - Average Range
This car: $39,995
Low: $8,995 High: $79,995
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 70% ◄
Manual 15%
Condition Distribution
Good 7% ◄
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Pontiac LeMans Buyer's Guide

The Pontiac LeMans is inextricably linked to its famous sibling, the GTO, but the LeMans stands on its own merits as one of the most versatile and undervalued collectibles in the A-body universe. From the elegant 1964 hardtop to the muscular 1971 Sport Coupe and the trim 1973–1977 Colonnade, the LeMans offers a range of collector entry points at prices well below GTO territory.

What to Check Before Buying

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Check trunk floor seams and tail panel corners for rust (probe with screwdriver) ,
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Inspect front floor pans under carpet and full rocker panel length ,
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Verify cowl tag and engine pad stampings match claimed specs ,
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Confirm rear axle ratio and Posi vs open differential ,
✓
Inspect 8.2-inch rear axle housing ends for cracks (pre-1971 cars) ,
✓
Test power steering pump and inspect hoses for leaks (1968+ cars) ,
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Verify convertible top mechanism and weatherstripping condition ,
✓
Check for GTO-clone badge swapping — confirm all trim tags ,

Common Issues

A-body rust in trunk floors, tail panels, and rocker panels is universal, expect some remediation on any survivor. GTO-clone badge-swapping is less common than on GTOs themselves but worth verifying. The 8.2-inch rear axle can crack at the housing ends under high-torque applications. Power steering pumps and hoses wear on higher-mileage cars.

What to Look For

The ideal LeMans buy is a southern or western car with matching-numbers drivetrain, original paint, and a well-documented service history. A black-plate California car with numbers-matching 400 and factory air conditioning represents the ceiling of the market. For budget buyers, a solid-bodied 1973 Sport Coupe in a desirable color with a rebuilt 350 is a far smarter investment than a rough GTO.

Price Guide

LeMans values are 40–60% below GTO for equivalent condition and specs. 1964–1967 coupes: $18,000–$28,000 (V8). 1969–1971 Sport Coupes (400/455ci): $20,000–$35,000. Convertibles add 20–35%. 1973 Sport Coupes: $10,000–$18,000, emerging appreciation trend. Base six-cylinder cars: $6,000–$12,000.

Did You Know?

The 1964 GTO was literally a LeMans option package, the most consequential option package in automotive history. Pontiac sold 32,450 GTOs in 1964 despite corporate resistance. The name 'LeMans' referenced the famous 24-hour French endurance race, a nod to Pontiac's performance ambitions. The 1973 LeMans Sport Coupe's fastback roofline was designed by Bill Porter and remains one of GM's most elegant Colonnade-era shapes.

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