Alden Thomas GTO (United States) - AllCarIndex

Alden Thomas GTO was an American kit car manufacturer based in Santa Ana, California, operational from approximately 1986 to 1991. The company specialized in producing a kit that allowed enthusiasts to build a vehicle resembling the Ferrari 288 GTO, utilizing the chassis of the Pontiac Fiero as its foundation.

In 1987, the design of the Alden Thomas GTO was altered to reduce its resemblance to the Ferrari model. This change was implemented in response to legal pressure from Ferrari, which sought to protect its intellectual property and brand identity. The modifications aimed to create a distinct appearance while still appealing to customers interested in the aesthetics of the Ferrari 288 GTO.

Despite its brief production run, the Alden Thomas GTO represents a niche segment of the automotive market focused on kit cars, where enthusiasts could create their own versions of high-performance vehicles using more accessible components.