“Chieftain” is an auto model name, like Super Chief, that likely wouldn’t be used today. But back in 1954, when this Chieftain four-door sedan was built, it was a moniker that represented a stout, quality-built car. The seller tells… more»
Pontiac Chieftain
Dec 19, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Reincarnation Time: 1954 Pontiac Hearse
Call me superstitious but I usually eschew covering a hearse – bad mojo in my book. I made an exception in the case of this 1954 Pontiac as I’m thinking to the future and what this vehicle can be,… more»
Sep 28, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
44K Original Miles! 1951 Pontiac Chieftain
Considering recent changes in professional sports teams’ names, I’d say it’s a safe bet that we won’t see a return to an automotive moniker like “Chieftain” such as this 1951 Pontiac proclaims. Actually, we won’t see the return of… more»
Mar 30, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Lean-To Find: 1952 Pontiac Chieftain De Luxe
I miss Pontiac! They were a substantial marque that morphed from dowdy chrome suspendered everyday passenger cars into GM’s “Excitement” division. The ’60s and early ’70s were their days in the sun thanks to a forward-thinking GM executive named… more»
