Vehicle Description
This 1956 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Catalina is a neat 50s cruiser
complete with a numbers matching motor. 1956 was an important year
for Pontiac, with famed executive Buckie Knudsen taking the reigns
at the General Motors' marque in the middle of the summer and with
the division producing its six millionth automobile a month later.
The 1956 models were introduced to the public on October 21st
however production had started on them a couple weeks earlier. In
'56, the Pontiac Motor Division offered two series, the budget
friendly Chieftain and the more luxurious Star Chief, with both
series coming in a variety of body styles. With its additional
exterior trim, the Star Chief had a higher level of sophistication
from nearly every angle. The rear chrome torpedo-style trim on the
rear quarters and jet-like hood ornament, Pontiac clearly had taken
some aviation influences and incorporated it in its design.
Interestingly in the mid-fifties, Pontiac offered 2 door cars-2
door sedans and 2 door "Catalinas," the latter being Pontiac's name
for its pillar-less hardtop. Power is driven to the rear wheels via
the numbers matching 316.6 Cubic Inch Strato-Streak V8 engine
paired with a single 4 barrel carburetor, that pushed out 227
horsepower in its day. The 317 V8 is hooked up to a Hydra-Matic
Automatic Transmission ensuring that anybody can take this 50s
Pontiac for an afternoon cruise. This Star Chief is a particularly
well-optioned example. With power steering, getting in and out of
tight spaces is a breeze! Power brakes provide plenty of help
bringing this Star Chief Catalina to a full stop. Riding on
P225/70R15 whitewall radial tires with full wheel covers, this '56
Pontiac has a great look and even better ride. A rear-mounted
continental kit provides a spare tire as well and adds to the
classic 50s look of the car. The exterior has been refinished in
its original color scheme, Nimbus Gray and Avalon Blue. The
interior on this 1956 Star Chief has a great stock look! The front
and rear bench seats have been reupholstered in Teal Blue and White
vinyl. The dash, door panels, and steering wheel match the overall
look of the car and appear to be in their stock configuration. The
dash is equipped with a 120 MPH speedometer, battery gauge,
temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, clock, and AM
radio. A Sunpro temperature gauge is tucked neatly under the dash
as well for an improved reading while cruising. Whether you're
looking to buy your very first classic car or you're adding to your
existing Pontiac collection, this 1956 Pontiac Star Chief Custom
Catalina would make an excellent choice. Give us a call today!
*#s Matching 316.6 Cubic Inch Strato-Streak V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission
*Dual Exhaust
*Power Brakes
*Power Steering
*Correct Nimbus Gray/Avalon Blue Exterior
*Whitewall Radial Tires w/ Full Wheel Covers
*Teal Blue & White Vinyl Bench Seat Interior
*Continental Kit
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 19,422 Miles
