1967 Pontiac Full Size Cars Fact Sheet

1967 Pontiac Facts, Figures, and Specifications

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1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible

1. Big Engine Grows to 428 CID

2. Grand Prix Gets Hidden Headlights & Convertible

3. Hood Tachometer Arrives

4. Star Chief Name Dropped - Now "Executive"

5. Tri-power is Gone

 

 

1967 Pontiac Full Size – Changing the Look Again

The Grand Prix  was set apart this year by distinct styling touches – especially at the front. 1967 was the first and only time that a convertible Grand Prix was offered. The integral bumper-grille along with “wasp waist” styling and angular wedge-shaped front fender tips set off the full-sized Pontiac for 1967.

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  Starlight Black
  Cameo Ivory
  Montreux Blue
  Fathom Blue
  Tyrol Blue
  Signet Gold
  Linden Green
  Gulf Turquoise
  Mariner Turquoise
  Plum Mist
  Burgundy
  Gee-To Tiger Gold
  Silverglaze
  Verdoro Green
  Regimental Red
  Champagne
  Montego Cream
  Mayfair Maize

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1967 Pontiac Facts and Specifications

General Year Information – 1967 Pontiac

Models – Styling
For 1967, full-sized Pontiacs received a heavy facelift of the 1965-66 body with more rounded wasp-waisted contours and fuller fastback roof lines, along with concealed windshield wipers – an industry first. The headlights remained horizontal for this year, though arranged in the integral bumper-grille front fascia.

The 2+2 model returned to the Catalina line as an option and would be offered for the last time this year. The 360 HP 428 CID V-8 was standard in the 2+2 and the 428 CID “HO” was optional. This model was dropped as it was learned that performance car buyers preferred smaller and lighter mid-size cars – in this case, the Pontiac GTO.

The Bonneville received a major update over the previous years with radical styling changes featuring the new grille-in-bumper front fascia, more body-side creases to accentuate the “Coke bottle” styling and an updated rear fascia. The interior featured a new wraparound-style dash with new switchgear, instrumentation and trim. Bonnevilles were equipped with seat belts as standard, as well as other government mandated safety equipment.

The revised sheet metal of 1967 full size Pontiacs was even more pronounced with the Grand Prix. A convertible was offered for this one year. Also new were concealed headlights, the concealed windshield wipers, and vent less front windows on hardtop coupes. The louvered taillights were similar to those found on the GTO. “Strato” bucket seats and console were standard equipment with “Morrokide” vinyl or cloth upholstery, or a no-cost optional notchback bench seat was available with either trim. Other changes included a revised instrument panel and door panel trim.

As with the rest of the Pontiac line, the 389 CID V-8 was replaced by a new 400 unit, with dual exhausts and a 350 HP rating. Similarly, the 421 was replaced by the new 428 CID V-8 rated at 360 HP or the optional HO version with 376 HP.

Engines
Replacing the 389 and 421 CID V-8s were new 400 and 428 versions. These powerplants also had bigger valves and also a valve angle change to increase breathing but were still the same design same in use since 1955. The valve angle change was done for larger diameter valves and larger ports.

The base Pontiac power train was a two-barrel V-8 with 265 HP and a three-speed manual transmission, next was 290 HP(220 kW) with Turbo Hydramatic. The 265 engine was available as a no-cost option with the Turbo Hydramatic. This “economy” V-8 received lower compression and used regular gasoline.

Optional engines included a four-barrel 400 CID V-8 rated at 325 HP, a four-barrel 428 CID version rated at 360 HP and even a four-barrel 428 HO rated at 376 HP. The Tri-Power engine options were dropped because of GM’s policy that prohibited the use of multiple carbs on all vehicles except the Chevrolet Corvette. Front disc brakes and a stereo eight-track tape player were new additions to the option list.

Safety Regulations
Safety came to the fore in 1967, and Pontiacs featured all the new US Government-mandated safety equipment including an energy-absorbing steering column, safety steering wheel, dual-circuit hydraulic brake system, and soft interior parts.

1967 Pontiac Factoids

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Redesigned cylinder heads were fitted to the 400 and 428 CID V-8s, moving the center of combustion directly over the centerline of the cylinder for greater efficiency. In the change, the valve stem angle was reduced to 14° and a new guide for the pushrods was incorporated. Wider spacing between intake and exhaust valves was  accomplished to better accommodate the larger valve diameters.

New this year was a dual master-cylinder braking system and optional front disc brakes. This greatly improved  stopping power and distance. Unfortunately, they were an option, and many cars were not fitted with them. See the 1967 Grand Prix road test in Car Life magazine HERE.

The large journal V-8 steadfastly at 421 CID since 1961, now received a small bore increase to 4.120″ allowing 428 CID. This would remain as the big CID engine until 1970, when it was replaced with the 455 CID unit. For more information, see the 1967 Pontiac Full Size AMA Specifications Sheets found HERE.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Models Offered

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Catalina – Series 252: Integral bumper-grilles, “wasp waist” body styling and angular wedge-shaped front fender tips were notable. New recessed windshield wipers appeared. A crisp horizontal belt line crease and flare sculpturing between the doors and rear wheel openings were other new design features. “Pontiac” in letters were set in the left-hand grille and “Catalina” on the sides of the front fenders. Small hubcaps were standard. Tail lamps were mainly horizontal with a single long lens that curved downwards at each side. A wood-grain trimmed dashboard and nylon blend carpeting were found on the interior. Cars with the Ventura or 2 + 2 option were trimmed a bit differently. All standard GM safety features were found in Catalinas and 2+2s.

Catalina body styles were: 4-door sedan, 4-door hardtop sedan, 2-door sedan, 2-door hardtop sedan, and convertible. Base Safari station wagons were part of the line and were trimmed as Catalinas. They came in 6- and 9-passenger configurations.

2 + 2 Option on Series 252 –  The Pontiac 2 + 2 models were NOT a separate series for 1967. They were identified by “2 + 2” emblems on hood, the deck lid and rear fenders, vertical air slots behind the doors and “428” front lender emblems. Standard equipment included a four-barrel 428 CID V-8 with 360 horsepower, low-restriction exhaust system, chromed air cleaner and valve covers, three-speed manual transmission with Hurst floor shit linkage, heavy-duty suspension, carpeting, bucket seats, a Sports Custom steering wheel, and non-glare rear view mirror. Also fitted was a performance axle ratio of 3.42:1 for both manual transmission and automatic cars.  Optional was the 4-speed manual transmission, Turbo Hydra-Matic,  tachometer, gauges, and 8-lug aluminum wheels. 376 HP 428 CID V-8 was also available.

The 2+2 was available as a 2-door hardtop and convertible only.

Executive – Series 256: The Star Chief name was dropped and the car was now called simply “Executive”. Executives had the same equipment as the Catalina line plus electric clock, Deluxe wheel covers, Deluxe steering wheel, interior décor moldings and special ornamentation. Trim features included V-shaped deck lid emblems and “Executive” on the front fender side. There were now Station wagons in the Executive line. and they had external faux wood paneling as a distinction.

Executive models sat on the 124 inch wheelbase. Body styles available were the 2-door hardtop, 4-door sedan, 4-door hardtop sedan and 6- and 9-passenger station wagons.

Bonneville – Series 262: The word Bonneville appeared on the left-hand grille on cars in Pontiac’s luxury class series. Similar lettering was on the rear fender below the beltline crease. Taillamps were of the same overall shape as on Catalina and Executive models, but three individual lenses were used. Fender skirts were part of the Bonneville trim along with rocker panel and rear panel accent moldings. Standard equipment included all items found on Executives plus notch back front seats with cen­ter arm rests. burl style dashboard trim and a four-barrel 400 CID V-8. Station wagons had rear folding seats, courtesy lamps, power tailgate windows and load area carpeting.

The Bonnevilles were available as a 4-door hardtop, and 2-door hardtop, convertible and Safari station wagon that carried Bonneville interior trim but was only available as a 9-passenger version.

Grand Prix – SERIES 266 – The Grand Prix  was set apart  this year by distinct styling touches and a new convertible body style. For identification there were “GP” letters on the left-hand grille, and “Grand Prix” on the rear fender. Unique to the Grand Prix were, hide-away headlights, front parking lamps hidden behind slits in the fender and straight horizontal twin-slot taillamps. Fender skirts and lower body accent moldings were part of the unique look. Grand Prix models featured all standard GM safety equipment plus a 350 HP 400 CID V-8, front Strato Bucket seats and a console. The hardtop coupe did not have vent windows and also saw hide away windshield wipers.  In a special twist, convertibles had “GP” initials etched into the vent window glass. 

The Grand Prix came in its own special 2-door hardtop, and for this year, in a convertible, body style 26667.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Engines

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400 CID 2-Barrel Economy V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block.  Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 8.6:1.
Horsepower: 265 @ 4600.
Torque: 397 @ 2400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 269°, Exhaust 277°, Overlap 47°, Lift (intake) 0.375″, (exhaust)  0.410″.
Carburetor: Rochester 2GC two-barrel Model 7027060.

NOTE: Available on all lines except 2 + 2.

400 CID 2-Barrel Economy V-8 – Manual Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block.  Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 8.6:1.
Horsepower: 265 @ 4600.
Torque: 397 @ 2400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 269°, Exhaust 277°, Overlap 47°, Lift (intake) 0.375″, (exhaust)  0.410″.
Carburetor: Rochester 2GC two-barrel Model 7027066.

NOTE: Not available on 2 +2, Bonneville and Grand Prix.

400 CID 2-Barrel High Compression V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 290 @ 4600.
Torque: 428 @ 2500 RPM.
Valve Lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 269°, Exhaust 277°, Overlap 47°, Lift (intake) 0.375″, (exhaust) 0.410″.
Carburetor: Rochester 2GC two-barrel Model 7027060.

NOTE: Not available on 2 +2 and Grand Prix.

400 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800.
Torque: 445 @ 2900 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 282°, Overlap 55°, Lift: Intake 0.407″, Exhaust 0.412″.
Carburetor: Carter AFB four-barrel Model 4242S.

NOTE: Not available on 2 +2 and Grand Prix.

400 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – Manual Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 333 @ 5000.
Torque: 445 @ 3000 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 289°, Overlap 54°, Lift: Intake 0.407″, Exhaust 0.411″.
Carburetor: Carter AFB four-barrel Model 4243S.

NOTE: Not available on 2 +2 and Grand Prix.

400 CID 4-Barrel Grand Prix V-8 – Manual Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 350 @ 5000.
Torque: 440 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 289°, Overlap 54°, Lift: Intake 0.410″, Exhaust 0.4013″.
Carburetor: Carter AFB four-barrel Model 4243S.

NOTE: Available on Grand Prix only.

400 CID 4-Barrel Grand Prix V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 3.750″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 350 @ 4800.
Torque: 440 @ 3000 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 282°, Overlap 55°, Lift: Intake 0.410″, Exhaust 0.4014″.
Carburetor: Carter AFB four-barrel Model 4242S.

NOTE: Available on Grand Prix only.

428 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – Manual Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 428 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 4.00″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 360 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 472 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 289°, Overlap 54°, Lift: Intake 0.410″ Exhaust 0.413″.
Carburetor: 4-barrel Rochester Quadra-Jet 7027263 (some Carter AFB 4243S).

NOTE:  Standard on 2 + 2 Optional all others.

428 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 428 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 4.00″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Horsepower: 360 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 472 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 273°, Exhaust 282°, Overlap 55°, Lift: Intake 0.410″ Exhaust 0.414″.
Carburetor: 4-barrel Rochester Quadra-Jet 7027262 (some Carter AFB 4242S).

NOTE: Optional all models.

428 CID 4-Barrel HO V-8 – All Transmissions. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 428 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.120″ x 4.00″.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 376 @ 5100 RPM.
Torque: 462 @ 3400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft duration: Intake 288°, Exhaust 302°, Overlap 63°, Lift: Intake 0.414″ Exhaust 0.413″.
Carburetor: (automatic transmission) 4-barrel Rochester Quadra-Jet 7027262; (manual transmission) 4-barrel Rochester Quadra-Jet 7027263.

NOTE: Optional all models.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Chassis Features

    • Wheelbase: 2+2, Catalina, Ventura, and Grand Prix – 121.0 inches; Executive and Bonneville – 124.0 inches; Catalina and Bonneville wagons – 121.0 inches.
    • Overall length: 2+2, Catalina, Ventura, and Grand Prix – 215.6 inches; Executive and Bonneville – 222.6 inches; All wagons – 218.4 inches.
    • Overall width:  2+2, Catalina, Ventura, and Executive – 79.7 inches; Bonneville and Grand Prix – 79.4 inches.
    • Overall height:  2+2, Catalina, & Ventura – 55.3 inches; Executive – 55.6 inches; Bonneville -54.6 inches; Grand Prix – 54.2 inches.
    • Front track: (All) 63.0 inches.
    • Rear track: (All) 64.0 inches.
    • Standard tires: (All) 8.25 x 14; (A/C and Station wagons) 8.55 x 14.
    • Optional tires:  (all) 8.55 x 14 4-ply rated.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Powertrains

  • Three Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
    • All: 1st – 2.42:1, 2nd – 1.61:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.33:1. Synchromesh all forward gears.
  • Four Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
    • Standard: 1st – 2.52:1, 2nd – 1.88:1, 3rd – 1.46:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.59:1.
    • Optional: 1st – 2.20:1, 2nd – 1.64:1, 3rd – 1.28:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.27:1.
  • Automatic Transmission Ratios
    • Three Speed T-400 Hydra-Matic: 1st – 2.48:1, 2nd – 1.48:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.08:1
  • Rear Gear Standard Ratios – Many standard and optional ratios depending on engine and transmission
    • See Page 4 in the 1967 Pontiac Full Size AMA Specifications Sheet for all potential ratios HERE.
    • See Page 17 in the 1967 Pontiac Full Size AMA Specifications Sheet for all standard/optional ratios HERE.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Powertrain Options

    • Three-speed manual transmission was standard on all models.
    • Three-speed Hydra-Matic transmission was optional.
    • Four-speed manual transmission with floor shift was optional.
    • The economy version of the 400 cubic inch V-8 was a no cost option on the Catalina, Ventura and Executive with 3 speed manual transmission. It was also available across all lines with Hydra-Matic transmission. It was not available on the 2 + 2.
    • No 400 CID V-8 was available with the Catalina 2+2.
    • The 350 HP 400 CID V-8 was unique to the Grand Prix.
    • The 360 HP 428 CID V-8 with 3-speed transmission was standard on the 2 + 2. It was optional on other models.
    • The 376 HP 428 CID “HO”V-8  was optional on all lines.

NOTE: For more information on powertrain availability, click HERE to see page 4 in the 1967 Pontiac AMA Specifications Sheets.

1967 Pontiac Facts – Significant Options

    • 2+ 2 Sport Option, Catalina models only ($389 Convertible) ($410 Hardtop). Note: The 2 • 2 Sport Option included Deluxe wheel discs and steering wheel, decor moldings, bucket seats, 360 HP four-barrel 428 cubic inch V-8, three-speed manual floor shift, dual exhausts and heavy-duty stabilizer bar.
    • 3-speed manual transmission w/floor shift ($42).
    • 3-speed automatic transmission  ($229).
    • 4-speed manual transmission ($226).
    • 8-lug aluminum hubs and drums ($118-135).
    • Air injector exhaust control ($44).
    • Air-conditioning ($430).
    • Bucket seats for Catalina two-door hardtop and convertible with special trims ($204).
    • Capacitor ignition ($104-115).
    • Console ($105).
    • Cordova top ($105-132).
    • Cornering lamps ($34).
    • Cruise control ($63).
    • Custom gauge panel cluster ($21-36).
    • Fender skirts, except Bonneville ($26).
    • Front bucket seats for Bonneville ($116).
    • Front disc brakes ($105).
    • Front shoulder belts ($23-26).
    • Headrests ($42-52).
    • Instrument gauge cluster ($21-38)
    • Low fuel lamp ($6).
    • Mirror, rear view glare proof tilt ($4).
    • Mirror, remote control outside rear view ($12).
    • Power antenna ($29).
    • Power brakes ($43).
    • Power door locks ($46-70).
    • Power seat, six-way ($97).
    • Power steering ($95-105).
    • Power tilt bucket seats L.H. ($71).
    • Power windows ($106).
    • Radio, AM/FM Stereo ($239).
    • Radio, push button AM ($89).
    • Radio, push button, AM/FM ($151).
    • Rally II wheels ($65-73).
    • Rear window defogger ($21).
    • Reclining Right-Hand seat ($84).
    • Remote control deck lid ($11).
    • Ride & Handling package, standard 2+2 ($9).
    • Safari luggage carrier ($86).
    • Safeguard speedometer ($16).
    • Split-back Safari seat $38).
    • Super-Lift shock absorbers ($40).
    • Tachometer, except on cars with four-speed and console ($54).
    • Tinted glass ($43).
    • Tinted windshield ($29).
    • Turbo-400 Hydramatic ($226).
    • Ventura Custom convertible option with bucket seats ($206).
    • Ventura Custom hardtop option with bucket seats ($248).
    • Ventura trim package  with standard bench seat ($128).

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