Vehicle Description
Cool grocery getter and patina finishes are both red hot right now.
So it's especially awesome to have them both on this 1958 Pontiac
Chieftain Safari Wagon. And since it's such a desirable style, they
also made sure it's a truly cool cruiser. So you have upgrades like
a fuel-injected V8, an overdrive transmission, and newer upholstery
to make this one surprisingly easy to enjoy.
The design of the Pontiac Chieftain was unique for 1958, and in
fact, this was a single-year generation. So it gets even more
impressive when you know that only about 2900 wagons were produced.
And history is what this wagon is all about. The patina looks
natural, so it looks like it took decades to wear in its finish.
The intricate bumpers, large grille, full-length trim, and jet-age
side mirrors are all part of a package that looks quite complete.
So even if you don't like patina, this is quite a straight-looking
rare wagon that would make for an awesome custom car project. After
all, you already have cool cruiser additions, like the
Cadillac-like tail lights, a lowered stance, and 18-inch Ridler
alloys.
The interior is highly original in places like the dash, metal
components, and gauges. So you have plenty of cool patina inside.
But the true genius is that there are also the right investments
for a proper cruiser. The carpeting, door panels, headliner, and
seat upholstery have a clean, inviting style. We especially like
the coordinating blue plaid cloth inserts on the seat and doors.
Even the cargo area is done to match, so the two-piece tailgate
looks like the ideal picnic area. And because this was made to be a
true cruiser, you have good upgrades like the sports steering wheel
and auxiliary readouts under the dash.
Under the hood is what makes this such a nice cruiser. It's GM's
later version of the 305 cubic-inch V8 with center bolt valve
covers. And this has everything from fuel injection to an overdrive
transmission to help make this classic Pontiac a solid overall
driver. You'll appreciate good driving features like power
steering, power brakes, front discs, and modern ZR-rated tires
afforded by the wheel upgrade. The 1958 car also had some nice
factory features, like the debut of the trailing arm rear end. So
it makes for a good cruiser attitude today, and it's a great base
if you want to build it up into a serious restomod driver. There's
already even a rear sway bar.
Complete with an original accessories pamphlet. This is a fun,
rare, and custom cruiser. So you know it's the one you want when
it's time for patina and wagon distinction. Call now!
