Every time I spy a pink and white car I think of two things, it must be from the ’50s and Good & Plenty, the pink and white coated licorice candy. The association is so real that I had… more»
Chieftain
Jul 6, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Easy Project? 1956 Pontiac Chieftain
In the mid-1950s, the Pontiac Chieftain was akin to Chevrolet’s mid-range 210. While the basic platform was the same, the Pontiac rode on a seven-inch longer wheelbase. The Star Chief may have been similar to the Bel Air as… more»
May 13, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Only Two Owners: 1957 Pontiac Chieftain
There is a lot of common ground between the 1955-57 Chevies (150/210/Bel Air) and the Pontiacs of the same period (Chieftain, Star Chief, Super Chief) as they were all built on the GM A-body platform. So, when you look… more»
Dec 16, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
One-Off Custom Camper? 1956 Pontiac Chieftain
Superior Coach was a coachbuilder from 1909-80. They are best known for making hearses, ambulances, and school buses. And Pontiacs in the 1950s and forward were often a source for the first two. We couldn’t find any indication they… more»
Aug 9, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Fix or Restore? 1956 Pontiac Chieftain
For nearly a decade (1949-58), the Chieftain served as Pontiac’s entry-level car. It would be one of GM’s first new post-war auto designs. For 1955-57, the Chieftain would share the same A-Body platform used by the Tri Five Chevies…. more»
Jul 25, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Florida Shed Find: 1958 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina
The words “ran when parked” are enough to gladden the hearts of many classic car enthusiasts. For others, it sends a shiver down their spine. That is the story behind this 1958 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina. Judging by the heavy… more»
Jul 17, 2021 • For Sale • 27 Comments
1952 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina With 6,300 Genuine Miles!
Occasionally a classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds, and it will leave us struggling for words. That is the case with this 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina. Its presentation is superb, but that is the… more»
Jan 27, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
One Owner 1956 Pontiac Chieftain V8 Project!
When Chevrolet redesigned its cars in 1955, Pontiac and the other GM divisions were in unison. The family resemblance from brand to brand was clear, like the dog-leg windshields and wider/lower profiles with attractive two-tone paint jobs available divided… more»
Jan 18, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Last Running In 1979: 1953 Pontiac Chieftain
The Chieftain was Pontiac’s low-priced model throughout the 1950s. The car was part of Pontiac’s post-war automobile production comeback, along with the rest of the industry. Both six and eight-cylinder L-head engines were available, which believe the former is… more»
Oct 13, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Carport Find: 1955 Pontiac Chieftain Wagon
Let’s start by saying that the seller doesn’t indicate the model of this wagon. In fact, the headline calls it a Chevy Corvette, but he corrects that later. We believe this is a Chieftain as it was the only… more»
Aug 8, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Stored 25 Years: 1951 Pontiac Chieftain Convertible
The 1949 Chieftain and Streamliner would be Pontiac’s first new designs since the end of World War II. The former would be the entry level model and the latter more upscale, but they shared the same new B-body and… more»
Oct 10, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Cheap Project: 1953 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Tin Woody
Just how desirable is a 1953 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Tin Woody? While many people would plump for the 2-Door Convertible to be the pick of the litter in 1953, the Tin Woody now commands prices around 40% higher than… more»
May 18, 2019 • For Sale • 59 Comments
Perfect Patina: 1952 Pontiac Catalina Chieftain
This 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina is a great looking ride! The 1950s styling combined with 2-doors and the non-traditional Ford or Chevrolet moniker make this a very desirable car. It can be found here on eBay with a current… more»
Mar 22, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Sitting For Years: 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Convertible
Following a death in the family, this 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Convertible has spent many years sitting unused in a garage. The owner has decided that the time has come for the car to find a new home, so has… more»
Dec 24, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Great First Classic: 1952 Pontiac Chieftain
With immaculate presentation, this 1952 Pontiac Chieftain sedan looks like a nice car that would not only make a worthy addition to an existing classic collection but would be an affordable entry point for someone considering purchasing their first… more»
Oct 14, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Spare Engine Included: 1949 Pontiac Chieftain Silver Streak
This 1949 Pontiac represents a major restoration project. The car has been owned by the same family for more than 60 years, and unfortunately, there doesn’t appear to be one square inch of the car that isn’t going to… more»
