Vehicle Description
What carries the same iconic silhouette of a Chevy Nomad but far
rarer? The 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Safari. And because you want to
show off-this seldom-seen and vividly-painted classic, it has been
upgraded with the best cruising features like air conditioning, an
overdrive transmission, a powerful V8, and more.
You know these are rare, but according to the model code on the
cowl tag, there were less than 1,300 produced... and that was 65
years ago. So you can understand how special it is to find a '57
Star Chief Safari in this condition today. The curvaceous sheet
metal remains in great shape with good gaps and doors that close
with solid confidence. And the distinct glass with wraparound rear
looks clean and the weather-stripping is pliable. Brightwork is a
hallmark of this era, and so you know it's awesome to see it so
complete and bright. So you can really appreciate the unique front
bumper design, rear slats on the hatch, and the full-length trim
that shows off the hallmark Star Chief stars and frames the
tailfin. And speaking of the rear trim, the white insert is the
perfect complement to classic whitewalls. The full package is set
on a bold pink finish that has the kind of glow you know a custom
1950s machine deserves. It has the best era-correct cruiser details
with smooth wheels and two-tone pinstriping. The whole car is built
to be a driver, but you also know that they restored it to make
sure it impresses right down to the details. That's why the dual
Indian Chief hood ornaments above the headlights still give an
amber glow when you turn on the lights.
The interior continues to show off this Pontiac's thoughtful
investments. So you not only have a bright white interior with
supple Ultraleather upholstery, but Pontiac fans will recognize
that the stitching is done in the Sar Chief's cool/correct
asymmetrical pattern. It's such a detailed package that you even
have the Pontiac logo in the rear cargo carpeting. So you just know
this is a great place to show some awards you're likely to take
home. In fact, this car loves to keep its vintage style on full
display. That's why you have the AM radio still in place for a
display and the dome lights in the roof and floor shine brightly
when you open the door. But this one clearly also wants to be
enjoyed. You have nice upgrades like power windows and cold-blowing
air conditioning. And it has a true driver nature with the Lokar
floor shifter and classic steering wheel now mounted on a tilt
column.
When you lift the hood, the bold pink inner walls radiate against
the polished pieces of the motor to create a very cool display. And
the motor is worth showcasing. This Star Chief was born in the
beginning era of Pontiac's new OHV powerhouses. Now it takes
advantage of the evolution by upgrading to a larger powerhouse of
the same lineage. The Pontiac 400 cubic-inch V8 is famous for
power, and this one has even been upgraded further with an
Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor, an aluminum intake, and headers
feeding the dual exhaust. There are also good supporting
components, like an MSD ignition and an aluminum radiator
w/electric fan. It's all there to remind you that this Powerful
Pontiac likes to be a good all-around cruiser. That's why you also
have features like power steering, power brakes, front discs, and a
four-speed automatic transmission with highway-ready overdrive.
We've told you all the great details on this one, but you already
wanted it the moment you realized how rare this 1957 Pontiac Star
Chief Safari really is. So you also know this is a case of calling
today or regretting it tomorrow!
