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Authenticity reference

Ram Air and Judge separation

trim correctness · reported

1970 Pontiac GTO 6.6 front view photographed by Vauxford; exact-year GTO exterior context for the 455 HO page. 1970 Pontiac GTO 455 HO

Reference Details

Common issue
Judge photos or Ram Air-equipped examples are used as universal 455 HO evidence.
Confidence
reported
Correct value
Ram Air inlet and Judge trim are option/package evidence, not proof that every 455 HO GTO had those parts.
Where to check
PHS option list, hood hardware, cable/knob evidence, decals/stripe/spoiler evidence, and body trim inspection.

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