We do cover quite a few cars from the early ’30s here on Barn Finds, but the usual suspects, Ford, Chevrolet, and Plymouth, occupy most of our written web space. But of course, there were others and today T.J…. more»
Pontiac
Dec 1, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Parts or Project: 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible
One of the hottest cars of the 1960s (speed and sales-wise) was the Pontiac GTO. Launched in 1964, it would lead the mid-size muscle car movement. Based on the Tempest/LeMans platform, it would find close to 100,000 buyers in… more»
Nov 30, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rusty But Complete: 1954 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina
It’s a sad truth in the collector car world that cars of the ’40s and ’50s aren’t as popular as they used to be; it’s not surprising, as time always wins, but that doesn’t make it any easier to… more»
Nov 30, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rockford Tribute: 1974 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
Fictional private investigator Jim Rockford famously drove a series of gold Firebirds in James Garner’s popular TV series The Rockford Files, and the first of those Firebirds was a 1974 Esprit. I wouldn’t say Rockford tributes are coming out of… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
62k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE
Some classics leave buyers with potentially difficult decisions to make. Such is the case with this 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE. It is an original and solid survivor with no pressing needs. However, what is the best path… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Original Interior: 1964 Pontiac GTO 389 V8
The Pontiac GTO is most often credited with starting the mid-size muscle car movement in the 1960s. Based on the Tempest/LeMans, the GM division rolled out the GTO in 1964 to what they thought would be a limited audience… more»
Nov 26, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Chevy V8 Canadian: 1964 Pontiac Parisienne
Named after a Parisian female (Paris, France), the Pontiac Parisienne was built by GM of Canada from 1958 to 1986. While it looked like a U.S. Catalina, Chevrolet mechanical components were under the hood. The seller has a Custom… more»
Nov 26, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Original 455: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
I often look at cars like this 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ and ponder how a marque that produced so many wonderful, potent, and iconic models could succumb to economic rationalism. Sadly, Pontiac suffered that fate in 2010, meaning… more»
Nov 26, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Dealer T-Top: 68k Mile 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
Many enthusiasts prefer classics with a feature that helps them to stand out in the crowd. This 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350 ticks that box, courtesy of the dealer-installed T-top. This feature didn’t become a production option until 1976,… more»
Nov 26, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
80k Original Miles: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird may not be an ultra-desirable Trans Am, but it is an extremely tidy Esprit that will cost its new owner a fraction of the price of a Trans Am in similar condition. It presents beautifully,… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Almost Rust-Free: 1980 Pontiac Sunbird
The much-maligned General Motors H-Body experiment ground to a halt after the 1980 model year, and I think few would disagree that the last cars were better than the first. No, cars like the Chevy Monza and Pontiac Sunbird… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original 455: No Reserve 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
Few classics can be all things to all people, but this 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix offers an excellent compromise for those wishing to combine luxury with performance. From its welcome range of interior options to its range-topping 455ci V8,… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Ragtop Project: 1974 Pontiac Grand Ville
Pontiac did some shuffling of nameplates in 1971 with the Grand Ville being added to replace the Bonneville as their top-of-the-line full-size automobile. The Bonneville was still around but dropped down a notch to take over for the Executive…. more»
Nov 22, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Mechanically Redone: 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge
Pontiac’s GTO was still one of the industry’s leading muscle cars in 1969, but demand had already peaked. So, to generate more interest in the hot car, Pontiac cooked up The Judge edition, which was flashier than the rest… more»
Nov 20, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Dusty and Crusty: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Pontiac reached the height of production for the Firebird and Trans Am in 1979. Pontiac built over 211,000 Firebirds and over 117,000 Trans Ams that year. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is being sold by a dealer in Greenfield,… more»
Nov 20, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Stored 30 Years: 1971 Pontiac Trans Am 455 HO
Muscle car buyers in the sixties and seventies often had to spend time doing some homework before visiting the dealer of their choice, as many models offered a fine variety of engine options to pick from. However, the only… more»
