Vehicle Description
Pontiac, established in 1926, was marketed for decades as the
performance brand for General Motors. This 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
Series 28 Convertible retail began at $2,691 and is one of 19,762
produced. The car represented the most prestigious Pontiac model.
The 180 horsepower Strato-Streak V8 engine represented the first
year of overhead valve V8 production for Pontiac as well as the
first year for the wrap-around panoramic Safety-Plate windshield.
The Star Chief convertible was only equipped with a Morrokide
seating material. This was an imitation leather product designed
for superior weather resistance.