Highlights
- 7.5-litre V8 engine
- Registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano
- Overhaul valid until March 2027
- Imported and registered in Italy in 2005
The Attractions
Offered as the Pontiac Bonneville's top-of-the-line trim, the Grand Ville is distinguished by unmistakable, gleaming chrome front and rear, luxury trim and a wide choice of available body configurations and alloy wheels, giving it the look of a true road-going queen. It is a perfect representative of an era when excess was all the rage and sobriety was unappreciated - and after all, what could be better than a giant American car equipped with every imaginable accessory?
The cabriolet version is by far the rarest of all Grand Villas. Only 5,000 were produced out of a total of 290,000 cars and even today it proves particularly attractive and at home where the climate is milder. These cars were designed to travel the Californian highways, and we are sure that this '74 example is just as pleasant and rewarding to drive in Italy, where it is currently registered.
This stunning convertible powered by a classic and mighty 7.5-litre V8 is certainly an eye-catcher and reveals its American origins at first glance, a truly remarkable and certainly very impressive classic.
History and Documentation
- First registered in the USA in 1974
- Three previous owners
- Imported and registered in Italy in 2005
- Registered with the Italian Automotoclub Storico Italiano
- Overhaul valid until March 2027
- Equipped with Italian documents
Condition
- The bodywork, repainted ten years ago, presents itself well
- There are only a few very slight signs of use that are not particularly noticeable and the car appears dent-free
- A few slight chips and small localised scratches
- White folding roof is free of rips and tears
- Attractive wheels with slight signs of wear
- Underbody appears solid, with only a few faint traces of corrosion
- Interior is really sumptuous and charming, with cream-coloured vinyl upholstery with red contrasts
- Seats and armrests show slight discolouration, but no rips or tears
- Door panels show a light and pleasant patina
- Wood trim in overall good condition
- Instruments clear and legible
- Dashboard trim in good condition overall
Mechanics
- V8 engine of 7,450 cm³
- 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission
- This car is believed to be completely original
- We have been informed that the engine and mechanics are in good condition
- The seller informs us that this car is in need of a service
- In any case, no particular problems have been reported to us
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