GMP Ragtops
With the rising cost of collector cars today, very few people can afford the vehicle of their dreams. But with the latest offerings from GMP, anyone can own a superbly detailed, 1:24-scale '70 GTO convertible in Starlight Black or Cardinal Red with either a black or white top, for just $129.95 each.
Anyone familiar with GMP's attention to detail knows that these models will not disappoint. Intricately detailed, these drop-top Goats feature correct exterior and interior colors, opening hood, doors, and trunk lid, a lift-off convertible top with a black boot, and full underbody details. With black-top cars limited to 350 units in either color and just 150 units of each with a white top, they are sure to sell out quickly. For more information, contact Georgia Marketing and Promotions, Dept. HPP, 45 Polite Rd., Winder, GA 30680; (800) 536-1637; www.gmpdiecast.com.
Big Stuff For LS Engine Swaps
What are you to do when you exceed the control limits of the stock EMC after heavily modifying your late-model Pontiac's LS series engine or are transplanting one into a vintage Pontiac? Wheel to Wheel Powertrain of Madison Heights, Michigan, has an answer. The company is the largest distributor of Big Stuff 3 powertrain controllers, and it is has amassed a great deal of tuning experience by continually installing Big Stuff 3 products onto its customer's cars and company test vehicles with great results.
The key to Wheel to Wheel's latest success is this Big Stuff 3 Powertrain control module. This unit has the ability to control ignition coils and accept input from most engine sensors including crank-position sensors. And with up to 40 channels of internal data-logging capability and optional external data-logging, unnecessary duplication of sensors is prevented. The unit also has numerous output channels to control high and low cooling-fan speed, staged fuel pump, boost control, and more. There is even an option for controlling GM 4L60E and 4L80E transmissions from the same module.
Taking into account all of these features, the Big Stuff 3 ECM is the most capable and race-proven controller in its market segment, according to Wheel to Wheel. Prices start at $2,295. For more information, contact Wheel to Wheel Powertrain, Dept. HPP, 32505 Industrial Dr., Madison Heights, MI 48071; (248) 589-1190; www.w2wpowertrain.com.
Legendary Auto Interiors
A complete restoration does not consist of exterior repair and refinishing only. The interior often needs attention, too. And after several thousands of miles and years in the sun, components like the seat covers and door panels are oftentimes weathered or worn beyond repair. So what options do those hobbyists restoring '64-'72 LeMans and GTOs now have when attempting to refinish their interior? Look no further than Newark, New York-based Legendary Auto Interiors.
Legendary Auto Interiors is a renowned source of correct-appearing reproduction upholstery and soft-trim interior components available in practically all original factory colors, styles, and grains for a wide variety of '60s and '70s vehicles for the past 20 years. So whether you're restoring a hardtop or convertible GM A-body with either bench or bucket seating, these authentic reproduction front and rear seat covers, door panels, and rear kick panels will give your Pontiac the correctly restored look that you're after.
Front seat-cover pricing begins around $220 depending upon the application, while a front/rear seat-covering kit can be purchased from $315 up. Assembled front door-panel pricing starts at $150, and rear kick-panel pricing begins at $75. For more information, contact Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd., Dept HPP, 121 W. Shore Blvd., Newark, NY 14513; (800) 363-8804; www.legendaryautointeriors.com.