After a redesign in 1959, all of General Motors’ full-size cars got a styling tweak in 1960. And, in most cases, it was an improvement (like with the Chevy Impala or the Pontiac Bonneville). The seller has a 1960 Bonney Sport Coupe, referred to as a “Bubble Top” in some circles (the 4-door hardtop was nicknamed the “Flat Top”). This white coupe has been in a corner of a barn for 40 years, so a complete restoration is likely. Located in Rockville, Illinois, this big boat is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $7,000. Thanks go to T.J. for the tip!
The Bonneville debuted as a special model in 1957 and became a regular Pontiac fixture in 1959. It was the senior car to the Catalina and rode on a longer wheelbase for better comfort for passengers. And these cars introduced “Wide Track” to buyers who may have experienced better handling due to the extra two inches between the front and rear wheels. The Sport Coupe was second to the Sport Sedan in sales in 1960, with 24,000 copies finding homes. My uncle owned one of these land yachts, but it was the “Flat Top.”
If this Poncho could talk, it probably has an interesting story to tell. It was parked in a barn in 1986, which also has some other metal inhabitants. Its 389 cubic inch V8 has frozen up after being stored for four decades. It’s covered with layer upon layer of dust, and at least one tire has zero air in it. The only rust the seller mentions is the driver’s side rocker panel, but you shouldn’t be surprised if you discover more.
We’re told the frame and floors are “decent,” which implies there is at least some crusty matter to be found. The driver’s side window must have been left down for many moons, as the seats are covered with dirt and dust. The upholstery below all that may be okay once you clean things up some more, but the carpeting is probably a goner. If you’re looking for one of these B-body GMs to restore, perhaps this one should be a candidate.
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