1969 GTO Judge Espresso Brown RAIII 4 Speed
 

Looking for a nice original or restored #'s matching RAIII 4 speed Judge in Espresso Brown, preferably without AC.

It was a RAIV, but too bad you couldn't have snagged this one last fall....

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-pontiac-gto-16/

Is this typical,or were they designed to open/close together?

Not unusual at all. I can't recall ever seeing them move in unison. Variations in the tension of the over-center spring will cause one to lag behind the other. If they both open and both close (and stay closed), you're in good shape.

Finally found a LS5 Chevelle so the Judge will have to wait.