At Pontiac in Canada, the initials GP did not stand for Grand Prix but for Grand Parisienne. Here’s a closer look at these unusual hybrids. Continue reading
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Father of the Dustbuster: The 1986 Pontiac Trans Sport Concept
In 1986, Pontiac bravely explored the possibilities for minivans with the quasi-futuristic Trans Sport Concept. Continue reading
Pontiac Breaks Through in 1941
After struggling through much of the Great Depression, Pontiac came roaring back in 1941 with a complete line of stylish, well-equipped cars. Continue reading
GM’s Strangest V8: The 1930-32 Oakland/Pontiac Eight
General Motors has developed countless V8s over the years, but maybe the most unusual was the 1930-32 Oakland/Pontiac Eight. Continue reading
The Rebirth of a Brand: 1957 at Pontiac
Starting In 1957, GM’s Pontiac division was transformed from supplier of grandma cars into the Motor City’s hottest youth and performance brand. Continue reading
How the 1967 Pontiac Firebird Was Born
The Pontiac Firebird was conceived as a badge-engineered version of the Chevrolet Camaro, but it soon stamped out its own identity. Continue reading
Pontiac’s Two-Door Sport Wagon: 1955-57 Safari
Pontiac’s sporty two-door wagon, the Safari, shares much with its corporate cousin the Nomad, but there are some significant differences, too. Continue reading