Practicality can be a major consideration for some enthusiasts when purchasing a classic. Anyone who has tried to maneuver a small child into the back seat of a two-door vehicle knows that you almost need the skills of a… more»
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37k Miles? 1955 Pontiac Chieftain 870 Catalina
It must have been exciting to work for General Motors in 1955. The company was spending millions to put on dazzling shows of industrial might, such as Motorama and Powerama. The brilliant new Tech Center in Warren, Michigan, was… more»
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Recent Big Spend: 1963 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
One lesson I have learned is that project builds can sometimes develop a life of their own. Costs can quickly spiral out of control, and you only begin to realize this when you tally up the invoices. Such is… more»
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Rock-Solid Driver: 1962 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
It is a harsh reality that many unrestored 1960s classics fall victim to rust. Owners face a high cost to eliminate such issues, but this 1962 Pontiac Catalina Convertible has no such problems. It is rock-solid, presenting well as… more»
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Muscular 8-Seater: 1965 Pontiac Catalina Safari
This 1965 Pontiac Catalina Safari has so many positive points that it is hard to determine which is its highlight. Its sparkling paint makes a positive first impression, while the first owner’s decision to combine the 389ci V8 with… more»
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Flaky Frame? 1963 Pontiac Catalina
I’ve had this contention that, as the price of intermediate-sized muscle cars has reached stratospheric levels, a rising tide would benefit full-sizers such as this 1963 Pontiac Catalina accordingly. You know, a GM B-body car like a Catalina or… more»
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One-Owner 1967 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
One of the few regrets in my life is that I’ve never owned a sixties Pontiac Catalina. No joke. As a young adult, I fixated on certain model years: 1963 was always a favorite, then I dabbled with 1962s,… more»
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Tri-Power Safari! 1960 Pontiac Station Wagon
We cover 1960 Pontiacs here on BF from time to time, but rarely the station wagon version. Today’s find, courtesy of T.J., is a Catalina Safari, and it’s spectacular looking as well as being unusually equipped. The seller claims… more»
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BF Auctions: 1965 Pontiac Catalina
Listed exclusively on Barn Finds Auctions, this 1965 Pontiac Catalina is exactly the kind of car enthusiasts love to find—an honest, well-loved driver with decades of memories attached. The seller, located in Rochester, New York, has owned the car… more»
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Same Owner 40 Years: 1966 Pontiac Ventura
Throughout the 1960s, the Ventura was a trim option on the popular Pontiac Catalina. It was limited to` coupes and convertibles’ to add an extra touch of sportiness. That goal led to the introduction of the Grand Prix in… more»
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Very Original: 1960 Pontiac Catalina Vista 4-Door Hardtop
The Flattop is considered a classic male short hairstyle that was popular not only in the 1950’s and pre-Beatles 1960’s, but also in the early 1900’s. And according to Wikipedia, “the flattop maintains a contingent of dedicated wearers today”… more»
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Unusual Custom Touches: 1972 Pontiac Catalina
This 1972 Pontiac Catalina is one of those cars that’s certainly interesting both inside and out, but it also raises a few questions, such as why this one was parked and how long it has been sitting. Maybe it’s… more»
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Racing-Inspired Vista: 1960 Pontiac Catalina
General Motors redesigned its 1959-60 cars in search of a longer, wider, lower appearance akin to the 1957-60 Chrysler “Forward Look” styling. For those years, the Catalina was on par with the Chevy Impala and represented the lion’s share… more»
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Driving Project: 1963 Pontiac Catalina
Hypothetically, you have this gap in your garage, and you’re trying to decide what should occupy that space. A pristine classic might seem a likely candidate, as would a survivor-grade vehicle. You could jump in boots and all with… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1957 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina
In the classic world, some survivor-grade vehicles are so stunning that they almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1957 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina. That a vehicle of this vintage could survive in such remarkable shape speaks of… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 54k Mile 1963 Pontiac Catalina
How many Barn Finds readers categorize periods of their lives by the cars they were infatuated with at the time? I certainly do. Accordingly, this 1963 Pontiac Catalina Sports Coupe immediately transports me to the early 2000s and my early 20s…. more»
