Pontiac

Forty Years Asleep: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Project

Will there ever be an end to the supply of cars that haven’t seen the light of day for decades? Here’s another one, on eBay, a 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (misidentified as a Silver Chief) two-door hardtop, bid to… more»

Sleeper Project? 1965 Pontiac GTO

The GTO was introduced as a performance extension of the Pontiac Tempest/LeMans in 1964. Internal bean counters thought they would only sell 5,000 copies the first year, and yet the final tally blew past 32,000 automobiles. It was still… more»

Fuel Injected Big Block: 1967 Pontiac Firebird

It can sometimes be unwise to judge a book by its cover, which is the case with this 1967 Pontiac Firebird. It undeniably needs some cosmetic TLC, but a heart of pure gold beats beneath the tired exterior. The… more»

OHC Survivor: 1968 Pontiac Firebird

The Firebird was Pontiac’s response to the First Generation Mustang, and, like its competitor, it offered an entry-level option for buyers unable to justify the expense of a V8. Many of those cars received later drivetrain upgrades, but this… more»

Still In The Barn: 1970 Pontiac GTO

Pontiac is often credited with starting the mid-size muscle car movement of the 1960s. However, by the early 1970s, the tides were changing. Rising insurance premiums paired with pending detuning for fewer emissions put a crimp on demand. Pontiac… more»

389 Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac GTO

Ah, the “daddy.” Many people believe that the Pontiac GTO is the father of the muscle car, and who am I to argue? There’s no doubt that even in its most conservative form, the 1965 GTO offered stunning performance…. more»

Endura Nose: 1971 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible

In 1970, Pontiac sandwiched another moniker between the LeMans and the GTO. Called the LeMans Sport, it was more than a regular LeMans but less than a GTO, yet you could equip one closer to Pontiac’s true muscle car…. more»

X-Body Shed Find: 1980 Pontiac Phoenix

The Phoenix was a compact car offered by Pontiac between 1977 to 1984. For the first three years, it was a rear-wheel-drive variant of the Chevy Nova. When the Nova was retired in 1980 in favor of the front-wheel-drive… more»

19k Original Miles: 1984 Pontiac Trans Am

It is easy to underestimate the importance of Pontiac’s Third Generation Trans Am, but it represents a significant turning point in American performance car design. With the horsepower race seeming a thing of the past, manufacturers turned to other… more»

Texas Collection: Fords, Chevrolets, and More!

It’s kind of sad when you see someone selling off a collection of cars. Especially when they appear to be prized possessions that have been kept in a museum-like environment. But it’s not such a teary occasion when you… more»

455/5-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

The owner of this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am performed many mechanical upgrades creating a total performance package. They wrapped the upgraded drivetrain in a rust-free body with paint that takes your breath away. With the work complete, they feel… more»

North Of The Border Find: 1938 Pontiac Six

Most Pontiacs that we cover are Trans Ams, GTOs, and early ’60s Grand Prixs or Catalinas. We’re going to go a bit further back today with this 1938 Pontiac Six Two-Door Touring sedan. Known as “Betty” this sedan was… more»

Same Family 55 Years: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Pontiac’s GTO was in its fourth year in 1967, the second as a series of its own. Its popularity was still high, though down from 96,000 to 81,000 units in 1967 vs. 1966. The seller’s convertible had the second… more»

455/4-Speed: 1968 Pontiac GTO

Many consider the Pontiac GTO the father of the muscle car scene, and the badge commands as much respect among enthusiasts today as it did when the GTO was at the height of its power. This 1968 GTO is… more»

400 V8: 1972 Pontiac GTO

The GTO (aka “Gas, Tires & Oil”) is considered the pioneer of the muscle car movement of the 1960s. A lot of worthy adversaries would come and go, yet the GTO sold more than a half million copies in… more»

Showroom Condition: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville

I have previously raised the subject of automotive perfection and questioned whether such a thing exists. This 1964 Pontiac Bonneville tests that theory, with its owner describing it as being in showroom condition. It undeniably presents beautifully, but the… more»

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