1957 Pontiac Star Chief - conceptcarz.com The instrument panel has been refinished in the same Inca Metallic Blue hue as the exterior and that greatly assists with overall continuity well have to assume all of the gauges and lights operate as expected. The models they produced were largely the same as their US-built counterparts. This two-door Safari wagon is now offered on dealer consignment with a clean Michigan title. All New 150 Handy Man Wagon. Safety, luxury, and economy would become the new watchwords of this decade. Available only in the Firebird Formula and Trans Am models, this was rated at 310hp (230kW) net initially but after having issues passing EPA emissions tests, the camshaft was changed to the old RA III cam, and with the change, came a 290hp (220kW) net rating. Features include power-assisted steering and brakes, 15 steel wheels, Coker Classic whitewall tires, a carpeted cargo area, an analog clock, and a Deluxe push-button AM radio. Checking for missed updates. The WS6 option saw this number increase to 320hp (239kW; 324PS) and the addition of Ram Air and stiffer springs. In Canada, Pontiac models used Chevrolet drivelines for greater economy. This package included leather bucket seats, a specific grille, side trim, exhaust, dash trim, lace-styled alloy wheels, as well as a rear spoiler, sport handling suspension systems, and anti-lock brakes. The new Bonnevilles and Catalinas continued to be best-sellers, although their styling similarity to the Chevrolet Caprice. 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Safari Pro Touring Wagon In. Must be a very rare item. Sold-1957 Pontiac Star Chief Safari Sport Wagon with Tri-Power 347 Price Guide To find the value of a specific car, Hemmings offers a valuation service. Ventura. Pontiac or formally the Pontiac Motor Division of General Motors, was an American automobile brand owned, manufactured, and commercialized by General Motors. Pontiacs introduction included anti-lock brakes, GM's Quad-4 engine, airbags, and composite materials. 149,631. The Tempest featured a 194.5cuin (3.2L) inline slant-four cylinder engine, derived from the right bank of Pontiac's 389 V8, enabling it to be run down the same production line and reducing costs. Engine Coolant Temperature Switc fits 1957-1958 Pontiac Star Chief Are you sure you want to proceed? The high-performance GXP trim was introduced in the Grand Prix line in 2005, adding GM's LS4 V8 engine that produced 303 horsepower and 323lb. The Firebird was available with Formula and Trans Am packages, plus a Pontiac first- a turbocharged V8, for the 1980 and 1981 model years. This year saw the new Bonneville kick the Star Chief from the top perch on the totem pole. The remainder of the 1970s and the early 1980s saw the continued rise of luxury, safety, and economy as the key selling points in Pontiac products. 1957 Pontiac Star Chief. . In 1952, Pontiac discontinued the Streamliner and replaced it with additional models in the Chieftain line built on the GM A-body platform. Pontiac's final victory in the NASCAR Cup Series would be achieved by Ricky Craven in one of the closest finishes in NASCAR history, with David Green scoring their last second-tier series win at the Mr. Goodcents 300 at Kansas Speedway. 1975 would also be the end of Pontiac convertibles for the next decade. This was a novel, but unsuccessful approach. It had an independent front and rear suspension and an upscale full leather interior. This car is in beautiful condition and is the kind of build I always admire!! CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM LLC. Safari station wagon production ended in 1989, the last V8-powered full-sized, rear-wheel drive Pontiac until the 2009 G8. Your CA Privacy Rights (Shine the Light) Bonneville taillights and the three chrome stars on each side continued to distinguish the car from the Catalina. 1957 Ford Thunderbird hardtop convertible. To ensure that used car buyers in the U.S. were not sold less expensive Canadian models, different series names were used. And. In 2005 the Sunfire was discontinued and replaced by the new Pontiac Pursuit (later named G5 for the American market). The GTP trim level was added to the Grand Prix. BaT Auctions Presents: The Monterey Touring Vehicles Collection from Mohr Imports, Live from The BaT Alumni Gathering: Randy Nonnenberg on The Horsepower Heritage Podcast. The seller is asking for a pretty handsome price for this Safari and the assumption is that the price is in U.S currency, not Canadian, but interested parties may want to verify. With the exception of the Parisienne Safari, the Firebird, and Fiero, beginning in 1988 all Pontiacs, with the exception of the Firebird, switched to front-wheel drive platforms. I think Chrysler only has that from the 1950s and down though, I tried years ago on my 68 with no luck . New listings are added daily. Photos, materials for videos, descriptions and other information are provided by the consignor/seller and is deemed reliable, but Mecum Auction does not verify, warrant or guarantee this information. Instead, DeLorean's "rope-shaft" design was green-lighted. Parts & Accessories for 1957 Pontiac Star Chief for sale | eBay