Ringbrothers’ 1965 GTO Is The 650-Horsepower Drop-Top Of Your Dreams
In the world of classic muscle, there are two names that command your utmost respect. Those are ‘GTO’ and ‘Ringbrothers’, and when the two are uttered it the same sentenced, you know you’re in for one Hell of a show. That’s exactly what’s happening at SEMA right now, as the legendary crew unveils its latest build.
Ringbrother’s Unveils Custom 1965 GTO Dubbed Billie
Dubbed “Billie”, Ringbrothers just showcased to the world its custom 1965 Pontiac GTO. At first glance, you might not think it’s a Ringbrothers build, given its more subtle approach than most of us are used to from the team over there. But, as with any of that crew’s masterpieces, the longer you look, the more you’ll find to absolutely lose your mind over.
This car has actually been widened five inches over stock. The hood scoop’s been widened, it’s been outfitted with a laundry list of bespoke carbon fiber components, and tweaked in more, not-so-in-your-face ways that give it a refined, yet profound nature—which the Billie Goat Blue finish perfectly compliments.
The exterior styling choices go perfectly with the story behind this car. Billie actually belonged to the client’s mother, and the team wanted to make sure it retained its sentimental value, which can explain it’s relatively mild appearance compared to other Ringbrothers builds. It’s still a monster, though, with a 650-horsepower LT4 under the hood and a 10-speed to boot.
Yes. That 10-speed gives it the duality it demands as a drop-top GTO. It’s capable of tearing your spine out in a hurry, and cruising along a beautiful crisp fall day, all in a moment’s notice. The custom, well-thought-out interior matches both driving scenarios, too.Of course, there’s more than just a powertrain at work, too. This thing’s riding on a Roadster Shop chassis armed to the teeth with all the suspension, steering, and braking upgrades you’d need to drive this thing however you want, whenever you want.
Billie Is Your Lover
Every inch of Billie is sure to capture the minds and hearts of gearheads at this year’s SEMA show, but it’s not alone. Ringbrothershave also brought back a legend of the past to offer up a little contrast. Billie is joined by Recoil, the absolutely absurd 1966 Chevelle rolling with a 980-horsepower LS7 under the hood. So, whether you dig a well-balanced cruiser or a full-on knuckle-dragging bruiser, Ringbrothers has you covered.
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