The GTO was much more than just an intermediate sized car with a big engine. It was a total package:
- A great name: GTO
- Bucket seats
- Hood treatment
- 389-4V 325HP with 348 HP Tri-Power optional
- Heavy duty suspension
- Chrome accents under the hood
- Hurst shifter standard on 3 and 4 speed manual trans
- Redline tires
- Lots of badges.
All this made the GTO unique and the template for all muscle cars to follow it.