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1957 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Catalina 2 Door Frame-On Restoration! Classic!

Location: Tarpon Springs, Florida, United States
Condition: Used
Make: Pontiac
Model: Star Chief
Type: Coupe
Year: 1957
Mileage: 93322
VIN: K757H8181
Color: Red
Number of cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Red
Vehicle Title: Clear

1957 Pontiac Star Chief Description

1957 Pontiac Star ChiefCustom Catalina 2 Door Hardtop

VIN:# K757H8181

Engine:347cuin (5.69L) 270 hp V8

4 Speed "Strato-Flight" Automatic Transmission1957 Pontiac was a legend in the world of Pontiac motors. Winning the Daytona Grand National making it one of the fastest American cars you could own in that time. Star Chief's are recognized as a top of the line luxury sports cars of thelate 1950's, a sleek yet bold 2 door coupe with a jet age inspired iconic tail-fin design this was one of the nicest General Motors vehicles you could own back in that era of America.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMf_98Fk8NQ

MECHANICAL: This Star Chief has been meticulously maintained over the decades. Each owner took very fine care of this car and it shows. Car has underwent years of protection (garage kept) and recent a FRAME-ON restoration.
Odometer Shows mileage as 93K however motor has been completely rebuilt, Pistons, rings, service and tune-up, everything gone through extensively. Starts up every-timeeven on cold days without any issue.Acceleratesvery nicely. Has very throaty strong power. Drives very straight. Tracking down the road like any modern car and does not pull to ether side of the road when driving.
The car is a very much a pleasure to drive. NO Issues with it mechanically, it is street ready. Starts, shifts and stops without any issues of concern.
Automatic Jet-Away Transmission wasrebuilt when the motor was overhauled, shifts excellent.

The Engine block and Transmission have been REBUILT (2015) does not smoke or misfire or give any hesitation when accelerating whatsoever. Plenty of power this car is somewhat of a rocket ship.

Brakes are good and car stops as it should. This car can be driven anywhere with confidence.

BODY: Cosmetically this car looks very sharp (see pics) and always gets major attention wherever it is being driven or parked.

Car was repainted roughly 5 years ago and has a great shine. Over all the paint is in very good condition, all the stainless trim and body trim are perfectly in position and lined up well. The paint work reflects a very professional and the white and red colors have all excellent lines no mistakes. (see pictures)

RUST FREE car. NO holes in the floor or in the trunk, car is very solid. Very little of the body has diminished and is in extremely excellent Western car. Chrome bumpers front and back are original and show some sign of age but still look very nice.

INTERIOR:Professionally reupholstered(2017)
$6500 Was spent on interior upgrades. New Carpet, New Headliner, Painted Dashboard, Door Panels, Both Front and Back Seats redone. All mechanic windows, seats and doors and lock all operate properly.
Sitting inside the Star Chief the first thing you notice is how nice and firm the seats are. No sagging. All New interior makes for a really nice ride *and car smells nice*

THIS EARLY 1957 MODEL was outfitted with an embroidered "Star Badge" on the upper portion of the seats (see pics). These early models are particularlyrare as they soon dropped them throughout 1957.
Star Chief's in this condition are becoming harder and harder to find. They are truly rare.Perfect restoration Star Chief's command $30-60K+ Please review car values. NADA is considered the foremost authority by many in the collectors world.
https://www.nadaguides.com/Cars/1957/Pontiac/Star-Chief-Custom-Catalina/2-Door-Hardtop/Values
This car is being offered reasonably priced. With all the time and detail with a restoration that deserves a good home and someone who will take good care of this iconic American legend. Car will appreciate in value going forward. 1957 is a very special year in American especially GM cars. We would like to see go to a good home.
Serious Buyers Only! Phone calls are preferred.

For questions and inquiry please contact David @ 727 612 8678
Shipping can be arranged.
Car is for sale locally and we reserve the right to end this listing at anytime.

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