http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/-t1.htm Facts and information about production and options Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:16:18 GMT 10 http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z221/starchief_59/1959%20Pontiac/newlogosmall.jpg http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/-t1.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-tsb-s-t329.htm 59safaricat Earlier this year, I won a plethora of 59/60 Pontiac Technical Service Bulletins that were issued to dealers only during this time period. I spent a couple of hours scanning and thought I'd share this with my fellow 59ers Some of the scans are not centered as both the scanner and info put up a fight. If there are any pages that are totally unreadable, let me know and I'll try rescanning them. I posted them on my photobucket account, however, if there's a way to post a PDF file here, ... 1959 Pontiac Information Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:16:18 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-tsb-s-t329.htm#2564 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-tsb-s-t329.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/a-milestone-of-sorts-t245.htm CATBIRD On August 31, 1959, the 1960 model Pontiacs began to roll off the assembly lines at the various plants throughout the Country. Back then, the factories would close down from 4 to 6 weeks for the changeover to the new models. That means that this week or next, marks the 50th anniversary of the end of production for our beloved cars. Incidently, production of the 1959's began on September 11, 1958. A little sad that the Division that produced these and many other great automobiles is coming to ... 1959 Pontiac Information Sun, 19 Jul 2009 04:16:19 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/a-milestone-of-sorts-t245.htm#1630 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/a-milestone-of-sorts-t245.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/information-jackpot-t233.htm starchief1959 Hunting around today, I came across these. Some VERY useful info. 55-60 Engine Interchangeablility and Identification http://www.pontiacsafari.com/L1Garage/EngineID/index.html 1960 Master Parts Catalog http://www.pontiacsafari.com/MPC/index.htm 1959 Pontiac Information Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:05:52 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/information-jackpot-t233.htm#1499 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/information-jackpot-t233.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/power-steering-power-brakes-and-automatic-trans-t224.htm starchief_59
Makes it even weirder that my car was a 4 door hard top Star Chief, manual steering, manual brakes, no AC but an automatic tri power car. WTF????]]> 1959 Pontiac Information Mon, 04 May 2009 04:02:56 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/power-steering-power-brakes-and-automatic-trans-t224.htm#1413 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/power-steering-power-brakes-and-automatic-trans-t224.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/tires-t202.htm wydtrac I am headed to Carlisle at the end of April. May be able to find something there and save some $.

thanks]]> 1959 Pontiac Information Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:10:43 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/tires-t202.htm#1241 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/tires-t202.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pecking-order-t158.htm monkeyy337 What was the pecking order for a 59 Pontiac when sold new? What I'm asking is when they were new I know the Bonnie was the top model but what was next inline, a Cat or a Star Chief? Thanks in advance. 1959 Pontiac Information Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:12:36 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pecking-order-t158.htm#840 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pecking-order-t158.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/catalogs-t156.htm Lina59 I recently purchased a 1959 catalina and was wondering if there are any merchandise/parts catalogs that can be obtained. Or websites.......Thanks.... 1959 Pontiac Information Sat, 03 Jan 2009 19:06:52 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/catalogs-t156.htm#829 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/catalogs-t156.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/canadian-pontiac-t50.htm 59canadianponcho anybody have the production #'s on the 59 laurentian 4-door ? 1959 Pontiac Information Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:32:02 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/canadian-pontiac-t50.htm#229 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/canadian-pontiac-t50.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-strato-chief-t61.htm ugo fanton Four 1959 Pontiac Strato Chief's were sold by General Motors, South Africa. One went to Kenya, one to Rhodesia/Zimbabwe and two were sold in South Africa. All were blue with a white top. I have one. Four door, hard top straight six engine,power brakes and steering. It spent all its life in the Khalahari desert therefore it is totaly rust free. 478 228 miles on the clock.I intend to restore this rare beauty back to it's original glory. Somebody told me these Pontiac's were manufactured by Holden ... 1959 Pontiac Information Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:21:07 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-strato-chief-t61.htm#277 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-strato-chief-t61.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/strato-chief-t58.htm ugo fanton Does anyone know how many 1959 Pontiac Strato Chiefs were produced and where they were made. Any information on the Strato Chief will be appreciated. 1959 Pontiac Information Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:03:50 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/strato-chief-t58.htm#264 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/strato-chief-t58.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-production-numbers-t16.htm starchief_59 In case anyone is interested here are the production numbers for 1959 Pontiacs. Total: 382,940 Catalina: 2111 Sport Sedan 2-dr sedan : 26,102 2137 2-door hardtop : 38,309 2119 4-door sedan : 72,377 2139 Vista 4-door hardtop : 45,012 2167 convertible : 14,515 2135 Safari station wagon, 6-pass : 21,162 2145 Safari station wagon, 9-pass : 14,084 Custom Star Chief: 2111 Sport Sedan 2-door sedan : 10,254 2419 4-door sedan : 27,872 2439 Vista 4-door hardtop : 30,689 Bonneville ... 1959 Pontiac Information Sat, 24 May 2008 21:29:10 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-production-numbers-t16.htm#27 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/1959-pontiac-production-numbers-t16.htm http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-info-t35.htm creepjohnny hey guys. does anyone know what transmissions will fit or bolt up to a 59 389 motor. like a 200r4 or something? I want to upgrade the trans and not sure what will work directly and clear the X frame. any info?? 1959 Pontiac Information Sat, 07 Jun 2008 05:28:20 GMT http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-info-t35.htm#130 http://pontiac-59.darkbb.com/1959-pontiac-information-f5/pontiac-info-t35.htm