Pontiac personenwagens: boeken - historie en modellen

Pontiac (1948-1963) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Limited Edition Premier boek over de Pontiac modellen uit de periode 1948-1963. Beschrijft de Pontiac Streamliner, Torpedo, Chieftain, Silver Arrow, Super en Star Chief, Eight, Bonneville, Safari, Tempest, Strato-Chief, Ventura, Catalina en Grand Prix.

• De 59 artikelen, overgenomen uit toenmalige Britse en Amerikaanse autotijdschriften, geven veel informatie over historie, modelwijzigingen en techniek.
• Ook rij-impressies, tests, vergelijkingstests, technische gegevens, enz.

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Standard Catalog of Pontiac 1926-2002

In this book, collectors can speed through thousands of listings to obtain specifications, production data, and serial number information for their favorite Pontiacs. Every Pontiac model ever made from1926 to 2002 is listed, along with the predecessors to Pontiac, the Oakland cars produced from 1908-1931.

• Over 500 photographs help collectors clearly identify the Pontiacs through the years. Current collector values are provided in six grades of condition.
• Thousands of listings of Pontiacs made from 1926-2002; includes new listings for models made from 1996 to 2002 including Bonneville SSEi, Grand Prix GTP, Ram Air Firebirds, Aztec and Vibe
• Specifications, production data, serial number information, and much more; and, features coverage of Oakland cars produced from 1908-1931.

Pontiac's Greatest Decade - 1959-1969: The Wide Track Era - An Illustrated History

This book covers a decade in Pontiac's history when it jumped from middle of the sales pack to hold the coveted number three position behind Chevrolet and Ford. A position Pontiac held from 1961 until 1969.
The incredible talents and leadership of men like Bunkie Knudsen, Bob Estes, John DeLorean and Jim Wangers helped propel Pontiac to this esteemed position.

Beginning with the Wide Track 1959 Catalina, in rapid succession came the 1961 Tempest, the 1962 Grand Prix, the 1964 GTO (which launched the muscle car era), the 1967 Firebird, and the 1969 Grand Prix.
"Pontiac's Greatest Decade" captures the energy and the dynamic force of personality that ignited the spirit of Pontiac Motor Division and all of its employees, from designers and engineers to assembly line workers and dealers.

No other book on Pontiac's history has so completely captured the essence of the Wide Track era. Along with never before seen photographs, are evaluations of the products and significant milestones in the company's history from 1959 to 1969. Production and pricing information are also included.

Pontiac - The Performance Years

Pontiac is the brand that brought us the GTO in 1964 and created a whole new market segment: Supercars. First an option in 1964-1965 and then a full model line in 1966, the GTO was the first of the Supercar genre and was supported by incredibly creative marketing programs, in-your-face advertising, and almost endless option lists.
Today we call vintage GTOs and competitive mid-size models with high-profile trim and large displacement, high-horsepower engines "musclecars." Back then, though, it was the Supercar Sixties, and Pontiac started it all!

"Pontiac: The Performance Years" is packed with a treasure trove of period photography and information from Pontiac engineering, specialty marketers like Royal Pontiac (Bobcat), and factory and private racecar builders.
It is a compilation of the best of three volumes covering the peak years of musclecar performance. The books were first published as part of the Quicksilver Supercar Series in the early 1980s. Out of print for decades, we've brought them back to provide a unique window into musclecar history.

Pontiac Convertibles 1953-1967

An up-close look at Pontiac Convertibles, 1953-1967. From straight Eights to V-8s. From classic sedate cars to muscle cars.
Includes: Chieftain, Star Chief, Bonneville, Catalina, Tempest, Le Mans, GTO,Firebird, Grand Prix.

Lots of detail, basic spec's and useful information. Great primer, excellent quick reference. Smart addition to your library. Over 200 large B&W photos.

Pontiac Fiero (1984-1988) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio boek over de Pontiac Fiero modellen uit de jaren 1984-1988. Beschrijft de Pontiac Fiero 2M4 SE, SE, Pfaff Turbo, GT, GT V6, GTU en Formula.

• De artikelen, overgenomen uit toenmalige Britse en Amerikaanse autotijdschriften, geven veel informatie over historie, modelwijzigingen en techniek.
• Ook rij-impressies, tests, vergelijkingstests, technische gegevens, enz.

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Grand Prix - Pontiac's Luxury Performance Car

In de late jaren 50 zag Pontiac mogelijkheden voor het op de markt brengen van een 2-deurs hardtop die het gat tussen een luxe auto en een fabrieks hot rod kon opvullen. Het resultaat was de 1962 Grand Prix, een auto die elegantie en eenvoud combineerde.
Met een 389 Pontiac V-8 motor met viervoudige carburateur als standaard, konden kopers hun auto's uitrusten met sportieve 8-gats aluminium wielen, Tri-Power carburatie, een handgeschakelde 4-versnellingsbak met pook op de vloer en zelfs - voor degene die durfden - een 405 pk Pontiac 421 Super Duty racemotor.
Het publiek reageerde enthousiast en de Grand Prix werd al snel de keuze van jonge, hippe en rijkere kopers.

Dit rijk geïllustreerde boek vertelt het volledige verhaal van de Pontiac Grand Prix. Inclusief productie-aantallen, overzichten van de aandrijflijnen en een hoofdstuk over experimentele en speciale versies.