2011 Shannons Melbourne Autumn Classic Auction
Lot
19
1961 Pontiac Bonneville 'Pillarless' Sedan (RHD)
Result: PASSED IN
Passed In
Specifications
Engine | 389cu, V8 |
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Gearbox | 4 speed Automatic |
Body Work | Pillarless Saloon |
Colour | Richmond Grey Metall |
Interior | Red |
Trim | Lurex Cloth/Vinyl |
Wheels | Steel Disc |
Brakes | Drum |
Description
This lot is no
longer available
1961 was a good year for the Pontiac Corporation. They claimed the number 3 in the US sales position for large cars, a position they were able to hang onto for the remainder of the 60's. It was also the year they brought back the very distinctive front 'split grille' and very popular triple tail lights, the split grille and the Wide Track slogan. The latter was not just ad copy either as Pontiac pushed its wheels further out toward the fenders than anyone else and created what were considered to be the best-comering full size cars in the industry. Both the grille design and the Wide Track phrase are still part of Pontiac's image today. The Bonneville remained as Pontiac's costliest and most luxurious model throughout the 1960's.