A/C - Tri-Power - 389c.i. V8 - Manual Transmission
This is a rare 1960 Pontiac Catalina Convertible that stands out
with a stunning color combination of ""Lucerne Blue"" with white
interior. Powered by an extremely strong 389-cid, 348-hp V-8 with
Tri-power {(casting number 536387 - date code D10) - heads (casting
number 536109) - Tri-power (casting number 9536194)}, plus the
correct Rochester carburetors. This highly desirable unit is mated
to a three-speed manual, column-shift transmission and gives the
driver a true sense of really ""driving"" the car. A typically
reliable source states that ""97.3-percent"" of all 1960 Pontiacs
were sold with the automatic transmission, making this three-speed,
which was standard equipment for the car, quite uncommon.
The paint is reported as having ""show like quality"" and all of
the chrome, trim and brightwork is fantastic. Additionally the
Catalina is equipped with power brakes, power top, air conditioning
and a Safe -T-Track (Pontiac's name for Posi-traction) limited-slip
rear end. The interior has an attractive pattern that has a subtle
sunburst -type feel and adds to the quality of character seen with
this vehicle.
In period, Pontiac let their loyal customers know that they were
experiencing ""America's most exciting driving - filled to the brim
with action, and wrapped in luxury unsurpassed by far more
expensive cars."" The Catalina was considered a substantial step up
from the popular Chevrolet Impala, as far as trim and appointments,
and it came standard with more amenities than the Chevrolet models;
as planned by the GM established brand hierarchy. One perfect
example would be the larger more powerful 389-cid engine for the
Pontiac V-8 in 1960!
Please call: 248-714-2110 or
email:
[email protected] for more information!
