Chieftain

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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