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1968 Pontiac LeMans

$31,495

Vehicle Details

Make

Pontiac

Model

LeMans

Year

1968

Mileage

42,000 miles

VIN

AMS34460

Body Type

Other

Transmission

Automatic

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

454 Bored 30 over

Description

1968 Pontiac Lemans. Engine: 454 chev. bored.30 over, steel crank,federal moghal barrings,hi-perf. connecting rods,11.5 to 1 speed pro pistons, total seal rings,Chet Herbert roller cam and lifters, dbl roller timing chain, hi vol. oil pump and pan, HEADS: sq. port, hi perf. push rods and roller rockers,2.25 stainless intake, 188 stainless exhaust, brass guides, chet heabert alum. intake manifold.new holly carb (built for this eng) H-I ignition, NEW Transmission: 400 turbo, B&M clutches and parts kit, mega shifter, 3500 converter, REAR: 12 bolt new posi unit, ladder bars, headers w/ glass packs(new) new breaks, disc on front,new rear tires (cheater slicks) NO RUST ANYWHERE

Pontiac LeMans Buyer's Guide

Full guide

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

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$38,202

Avg. Asking Price

1964–1973

Year Range

Price Position on Our Site - Average Range

This car: $31,495

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 ,

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Inspect 8.2-inch rear axle housing ends for cracks (pre-1971 cars) ,

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Test power steering pump and inspect hoses for leaks (1968+ cars) ,

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Verify convertible top mechanism and weatherstripping condition ,

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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.

$31,495