Detail Info for: Pontiac Chieftain 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina, 2-door hardtop coupe

Transaction Info
Sold On:
02/29/2012
Price:
$ 16300.00
Condition:
Mileage:
75507
Location:
Bordentown, NJ, 08505
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1952 Pontiac
Submodel Body Type:
Chieftain Coupe
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
L8WHI4307
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina, 2-door hardtop coupe This older restoration vehicle has been in clean, dry storage for over a decade and needs to be sold for financial reasons. This car was an award winner in the late ‘80s and is in excellent condition. We’re in the process of putting in a new battery to get it running. With original 75,507 miles on the odometer, this car isn’t even broken in and has tons of life left in it. It is a classic ‘50s two-door hardtop coupe with no pillars and a living room feel in the interior. Key features on this car: Flathead 8 engine Hydro-matic transmission Optional Electric clock AM Radio Fender skirts Side mirror Deluxe hood ornament with Indian head insert that lights up The interior is in great condition. The two-tone seats are in very good condition with very little wear, the same goes for the dash, which looks almost new. Gauges are clear and appear to be in good working order. Under the hood, the car is equipped with a Flathead 8 and the engine bay is exceptionally clean and detailed. The solid Flathead 8 is paired with Pontiac’s highly reliable Hydro-matic transmission. This car was restored to factory standards and will give you all the power you need to cruise downtown or head out on the open road for weeks. The two-tone paint and all the chrome are in great condition with no pitting. The car has always been stored in a garage with a cover; it is in excellent condition and has been very well taken care of. The deluxe hood ornament is with a translucent amber Indian head insert and is illuminated whenever the parking or headlamps are lit. Other options to the exterior include fender skirts and side view mirror. The body is very solid with no rot that we have found. The wheels are painted to match the lower body paint and are covered with Pontiac hubcaps in new-old stock condition. The bias ply tires are in good condition with only some minor wear showing. This is a highly optioned car and is in turn-key condition and will provide years of enjoyment without the need for any major work. It’s worth a look and can be seen by appointment in the Trenton, New Jersey area. The VIN number is L8WHI4307 and the car is being sold on a clean New Jersey title. This car must be sold to assist the owner meet mounting financial needs. Please do not bid unless you are serious buyer, the deposit is due within 24 hours. The balance is due within 5 days. Please email any questions. I offer this car as is. It is a 60-year old car and I am providing as much information as I can as accurately as I can based on what I know about the car. The car is being sold privately and I offer no warranties or guarantees.