Find or Sell Used Cars, Trucks, and SUVs in USA

1960 Pontiac Catalina Convertible, Tri-power, Tri-color Leather Interior on 2040-cars

Year:1960 Mileage:0 Color: White /
 Tri-Color-Blue Leather
Location:

Boise, Idaho, United States

Boise, Idaho, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:389 Tri-Power
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1960
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Pontiac
Model: Catalina
Trim: Leather
Options: AM FM Stereo with MP3 plug in, Leather Seats, Convertible
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 0
Exterior Color: White
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Tri-Color-Blue Leather
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

 This 1960 Pontiac Catalina Convertible is a matching-numbers beauty. At some point the car was painted a non-original red color but it has been returned to the original-to-the-car white utilizing modern base-coat, clear-coat materials. The fender skirts are original steel, not fiberglass repops. The wide-white wall tires are brand new Cokers and sharp eyes might notice that the hub caps are 1959 vintage. I think they look much nicer than the 1960 caps but I do have the originals should the buyer prefer. The interior has been upgraded to the Bonneville leather Tri-Color-Blue style.  The interior door and rear side panels were restored by SMS and they also supplied all of the leather, vinyl and carpet materials to original specifications. This was an original padded-dash car and that feature has been retained with covering material matching the hand fitted top boot. Another major interior attraction is the deluxe steering wheel restored by Quality Restorations, Inc., it is beautiful.  The trunk has been completely finished with materials matching/complementing the interior. This is a significant upgrade from the rather spartan red factory treatment.  The blue top material was also chosen to complement the interior upholstery, much nicer looking than white or black original options.  While this color top was not a factory option, many cars of the era were recovered in custom colors. The stock radio has been replaced with a Pontiac-labeled aftermarket AM-FM stereo unit that can accommodate auxiliary CD, IPOD, etc. MP3 inputs. The connections for such accessories are presently routed to the glove box but could be easily changed. The current speakers are very nice dual-cone (both stereo channels) units mounted in the original front and rear locations. The Jetaway/Strato-Flight 4-speed Hydromatic transmission has been completely rebuilt. The VIN matching original engine was completely rebuilt at a very reputable machine shop using more practical 9.5:1 CR pistons in place of the10.75:1 CR originals. The engine is topped off by an original 1960 Pontiac tri-power intake system meticulously restored by Pontiac Tripower (Mike Wasson) with their reliable mechanical progressive linkage replacing the troublesome original vacuum system. Nobody does it better. Additional notables include (I'm sure to forget some); Pertronix Ignitor III electronic ignition; all new dual exhaust system; brakes completely rebuilt; NOS windshield and all new side glass; rebuilt windshield wiper unit; new battery. The car attracts a lot of attention with thumbs-up, waves and compliments. As is standard for a used car it is offered for sale as-is where-is with no warranties stated or implied. By Idaho statute, vehicles over ten years old are exempt from mileage statements. The vehicle mileage is unknown and shows zero on the title as a default.

In light of all the features this car exhibits, a very modest reserve has been set which is well below the cost of undertaking a similar build. The car is for sale locally but will not be sold before the initial listing ends. If the initial listing ends without a sale, any re-listing may be ended at any time due to a local sale. Bid accordingly

Auto Services in Idaho

Western Transmission ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Auto Transmission
Address: 1410 N Skyline Dr, Idaho-Falls
Phone: (208) 243-8869

T & J Trans & Auto Repair ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service
Address: 181 Industrial Ln, Pocatello
Phone: (208) 238-1190

Smiles Automotive ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service
Address: 720 N State St, Weston
Phone: (208) 852-7130

Precision Auto Body ★★★★★

Automobile Body Repairing & Painting
Address: 685 W 6th S, Mtn-Home
Phone: (208) 587-4002

Kelly`s Repair ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Automotive Alternators & Generators
Address: 891 S 2250 E, Hazelton
Phone: (208) 329-5692

Joslin Auto Repair ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service
Address: 416 E Lewis, Inkom
Phone: (208) 233-1014

Auto blog

Destiny: General Motors should bring back Pontiac

Wed, Apr 26 2017

Despite having officially left the market in 2010, the Pontiac badge is still a common sight on roadways throughout the United States. Towards the end of its life, Pontiac models were largely rebadged versions of other General Motors vehicles, like the Pontiac G5 and Chevrolet Cobalt. It's sad, but there's no other way to put it; Pontiac was a mere shadow of its former self at the time of its death. Now it's time to revive the legendary brand. General Motors announced it would be reviving the Redline series, a package that originated with Saturn, another dead brand, earlier this year. Some models, like the Chevrolet Camaro will receive unique cosmetic touches designed to make it look even sportier, something Pontiac excelled at in most cases. Gas prices have fallen dramatically in the past few years and consumers have taken notice. Sales of fuel efficient cars, like hybrids and compact sedans, aren't increasing at the same rate as larger, less efficient vehicles, like trucks and SUVs. Muscle cars, like the Ford Mustang, are seeing increasing sales as well. Perhaps it's time to revive Pontiac and restore the marque to its former glory: a brand that brought performance and style at an affordable price. There are currently few manufacturers that offer a true challenge to high-performance automakers like BMW. The German brand continues to see high sales year after year and performance has a lot to do with it. Brand recognition, namely through the BMW badge, plays a major role as well. Pontiac, arguably one of the most well-known brands to ever grace the industry, can match both factors with ease. Pontiac was once revered as a brand that revolutionized the muscle car segment in the 1970s and 1980s. It still has a lively following throughout enthusiast spheres and amongst drivers of all ages to this day. Reviving the brand with a small line of high-performance vehicles would certainly offer a challenge to dominating German brands. A small lineup of affordable vehicles bearing the Pontiac badge and designed for performance and style would certainly make waves in the current market. Reviving a few older nameplates, such as the GTO and Trans Am, would offer nostalgic appeal. Packing both models with a powerful entry-level engine, say the Camaro's turbocharged four-cylinder or V6 engine, would open up the market considerably.

The prized golden 1965 Pontiac Hurst GeeTO Tiger is headed to auction

Sat, Apr 4 2020

Once upon a time, a Pontiac advertising executive named Jim Wangers created a countrywide contest with this gorgeous 1965 Pontiac Hurst GTO serving as the grand prize. The contest was centered around "GeeTO Tiger," a song by musical artists The Tigers. A 19-year-old took home the golden muscle car at the time, but now anybody can buy the rare car through an upcoming Mecum auction.  As a way to boost sales and awareness of the Pontiac GTO and its performance parts, Wangers partnered up with Royal Pontiac, George Hurst, and Petersen Publishing in 1965 to create a contest. Royal provided the car, Hurst dressed it up, and Petersen distributed the contest in publications across the country.  In order to participate, people were asked to provide a reason why they wanted the car and identify how many times the word "tiger" was used in the promotional song "GeeTO Tiger" (pronounced G-Tee-Oh) by The Tigers. A 19 year-old kid named Alex Lampone from West Allis, Wisconsin, won the contest and took delivery of this jazzed-up GTO at the 1965 NHRA Indy Nationals.  This content is hosted by a third party. To view it, please update your privacy preferences. Manage Settings. The Tigers - GeeTO Tiger The prize car was completely kitted out and described by Wangers as "the nicest GTO you could put your hands on." It had more than 28 factory options, including a black cordova top, power windows, power steering, power brakes, a tilt steering wheel, a power driver's seat, dual-speed windshield wipers, a custom sport steering wheel, a rally gauge cluster, a push-button AM/FM radio with power antenna, and a Verba phonic rear speaker. What makes it stand out is the Hurst-inspired gold theme, which includes gold paint, gold mag wheels, and a gold-plated Hurst Shifter. Under the hood, this GTO has a Tri-Power 389 V8 engine that pairs with a four-speed manual transmisison. It also has a 3.55 Safe-T-Track rear axle and dual exhaust. Throughout the years, this car has exchanged hands many times and has undergone a few changes. It's been repainted, and the engine has also been rebuilt, but Mecum says it's otherwise highly original. Ony 59,000 miles have turned over on the odometer.  The GeeTO Tiger Pontiac is scheduled to go up for auction in Indianapolis this June. Visit Mecum for more information. Related Video: This content is hosted by a third party. To view it, please update your privacy preferences. Manage Settings. Woodward Dream Cruise Time Lapse Video

Woman Cleared In Fatal Car Wreck After GM Letter

Tue, Nov 25 2014

A Texas judge cleared a woman Monday for a car accident that killed her fiance in 2004, after General Motors acknowledged that her car would have been among millions being recalled for a problem that may have contributed to the death. Candice Anderson was driving a 2004 Saturn Ion when it suddenly veered off a road about 60 miles east of Dallas and slammed into a tree. Anderson, then 21, was severely injured when the car's air bags failed to deploy. Her 25-year-old fiance, Gene Erikson, who was a passenger, was killed. She later pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the wreck. But during a hearing Monday, State District Judge Teresa Drum expunged the conviction from her record, according to officials in the Van Zandt County court andAnderson's attorney, Bob Hilliard. In a letter given to the court ahead of the hearing, an attorney for the automaker confirmed that Anderson's Saturn would have been among 2.6 million GM vehicles recalled in February to address ignition switches that can slip out of the "run" position, causing the engines to stall and disabling power steering, brakes and air bags. Anderson's crash "is one in which the recall condition may have caused or contributed to the frontal air bag non-deployment in the accident," attorney Richard C. Godfrey wrote. Hilliard provided a copy of the letter to The Associated Press, and Godfrey confirmed its contents Monday. Anderson was initially charged with criminally negligent homicide because there was no clear explanation at the time why the wreck occurred, according to court documents from the case. She pleaded guilty to a letter charge in 2006, and was sentenced to five years' probation. She also was ordered to perform 260 hours of community service, pay court costs and cover the costs of Erikson's funeral. "GM knew this defect caused this death, yet instead of telling the truth watched silently as Candice was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter," Hilliard said Monday. "It took 10 years for GM to find its voice." In a separate statement issued by the company, GM said it "cooperated fully by providing technical information that was requested to make a decision in this matter." The carmaker also said the issue in Anderson's case was for local law enforcement and courts to consider. "That's why we took a neutral position on Ms. Anderson's case," the company's statement said. "It was appropriate for the court to determine the legal status of Ms.