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Authenticity reference

Canceled SD-455 and Ram Air

fraud detection · documented

Reference Details

Common issue
Prototype-inspired restorations can add SD-455 and functional Ram Air hardware that Pontiac advertised but canceled.
Confidence
documented
Correct value
Regular-production 1973 GTOs use the L78 400 or L75 455 and nonfunctional production hood ducts
Where to check
PHS/order record, engine evidence, hood ducting, carburetor, air cleaner, and ownership history

Cars With This Authenticity Marker

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