1965 Pontiac Catalina Convertible – Survivor with 58K Original Miles
Protect-O-Plate • PHS Documents • Original Window Sticker
This beautiful 1965 Pontiac Catalina Convertible is a true survivor, showing just 58,410 documented original miles. Backed by its Protect-O-Plate, Pontiac Historical Services (PHS) documentation, and original window sticker, this example offers an outstanding level of originality and care. A classic that’s been pampered its entire life, with a lifetime of easy miles and proper maintenance.
🔧 Powertrain
- Original 389ci "YD" code V8 – 290 horsepower
- Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission
- Starts easily, runs smooth, and sounds fantastic through the dual exhaust
- Wonder-Touch power steering and power brakes
- Cold Tri-Comfort air conditioning (fully functional)
🎨 Exterior
- One high-quality repaint in factory Code C Cameo Ivory
- Outstanding body and original sheet metal – straight, solid, and rust-free
- Power-operated white convertible top with matching parade boot – both in excellent condition
- All chrome, stainless, and trim show in excellent shape
- 14” American Classic whitewall radial tires with original Catalina wheel covers
- Fender skirts included
🛋️ Interior
- Factory-correct Code 232 red interior
- Upholstery, door panels, carpet, dash, and trim are all in exceptionally well-preserved condition
- Functional accessories include:
- Deluxe tilt steering wheel
- Push-button radio
- Verbra-Phonic rear speaker
- Visor vanity mirror
- Remote deck lid release
- Electro-Cruise control (currently disconnected for safety)
- Glove box lamp, backup lamps, two-speed wipers
- Retractable seat belts, floor mats, Super Lift rear shocks
- All gauges, lights, blinkers, horn, heater, and A/C function as they should
- Aftermarket Pioneer CD player discreetly mounted under dash with remote
🧰 Engine Bay, Trunk & Undercarriage
- Engine bay is clean and nicely detailed – presents very close to factory original
- Solid, fully lined trunk with mat, spare tire, jack, and lug wrench
- The frame, floors, and undercarriage are solid and exceptionally clean – evidence of a car that's lived a very careful life
- Newer weather-stripping – all doors and panels open and close smoothly
🏁 Driving Experience
This Catalina drives and handles beautifully. It tracks straight, rides smooth, and stops confidently. You can cruise it daily, enjoy it in parades, or take it to shows with pride. This is a true pleasure behind the wheel — roomy, responsive, and classic in every sense.
📌 Highlights
- 58,410 original miles – documented with PHS and Protect-O-Plate
- Factory Cameo Ivory over red
- Matching numbers 389ci V8
- One repaint – original metal
- Loaded with rare factory options
- Runs and drives like a dream – needs nothing
- Clean title in hand – investment grade quality