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In the late 1950s, fuel injection was still in its infancy. It was racing technology that General Motors was offering on its street cars. It was prohibitively expensive (a $500 option) for many. For the Bonneville, a top-of-the-line series, roughly 200 examples were given a fuel-injection system. The Rochester fuel injection system gave the 370ci V8 a 10.5:1 compression and boosted horsepower to 310hp (up from 285).
The Bonneville convertible offered here is fitted with the fuel-injected engine and is equipped with front and rear bucket seats; power steering, power brakes, and power windows; and dual spotlights. The dashboard contains the desirable Trans-Portable radio, a transistorized unit that can be removed from the car and toted with its owner on a picnic.
Its previous owner, a well-known connoisseur of 1950s
convertibles, acquired the car out of Tennessee several years ago.
The car was previously the recipient of a concours-quality
restoration, correct down to primered floor pans. The Rangoon Red
and Graystone White paint scheme matches the trim tag. Today, its
overall finishes are still utterly beautiful, and it would be
suitable for display at the most exclusive Pontiac show or perhaps
the ultimate conversation piece for any local cruise-in this
summer. Accompanying it are a correct spare wheel and tire, and a
top boot.
The 1958 Bonnevilles are rarities unto themselves, few more so than
this fuel-injected beauty.
Please note, this vehicle will be offered for sale only at the Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction, July 14th and 15th, 2017 in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. For more information contact us at (800) 248-8026 or visit www.cpaautoauction.com.
