Catalina
Cheap Project: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
We’ve seen a few affordable project cars in recent times here at Barn Finds, and this 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible is one of the cheapest. Returning it to its former glory will be a significant undertaking, but the buyer… more»
Stunning Survivor: 1956 Pontiac Star Chief Catalina
The 1950s was a fascinating era in American automotive history. It represented a time before safety and emission regulations dominated design and engineering. Manufacturers were focused on glitz and glamor, and chrome trim was king. It was against this… more»
29k Mile Survivor: 1969 Pontiac Catalina
Sometimes a classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds, and it becomes difficult to decide what its most outstanding attribute is. That is the case with this 1969 Pontiac Catalina because this car has a… more»
Stored 40 Years: 1963 Pontiac Catalina
The early ‘60s Pontiacs are known for widening the front and rear tracks to push the wheels further apart from each other. Thus, the term “Wide Track” was capitalized on for years by Pontiac’s marketing folks. The Catalina was… more»
40-Year Garage Find: 1967 Pontiac Catalina
The Catalina nameplate would be a fixture at Pontiac for more than 30 years (1950-81). In 1959, the Catalina became a separate model and would become the entry-level full-size Pontiac. The 1967 models got a heavy facelift of the… more»
Black Plate Project: 1966 Pontiac Catalina
The Catalina nameplate was part of the Pontiac portfolio for more than 30 years. In the 1950s, it was assigned to hardtop body styles, but became the brand’s entry-level full-size models from the 1960s forward. This ’66 Catalina 2-door… more»
389 V8 Beauty: 1964 Pontiac Catalina 2+2
In 1964, Pontiac wanted to offer a sporty version of its entry-level full-size car, so they created the Catalina 2+2, a trim option only for coupes and convertibles. The 2+2 came with bucket seats, a console, special trim and… more»
421 Tri-Power/Hurst 4-Speed: 1966 Pontiac 2+2
The 1966 model year was the only one where Pontiac offered the 2+2 as a stand-alone model rather than a trim package on the Catalina, and this particular example does that change justice. It is an immaculate survivor with… more»
389-Powered Wagon: 1963 Pontiac Catalina Safari
With the ongoing growth in popularity of classic station wagons, buyers tend to be clamoring for affordable project vehicles. This 1963 Pontiac Catalina Safari would seem to be a great candidate for restoration. It is largely complete and is… more»
One-Owner 1973 Pontiac Catalina Safari Wagon
When Pontiac dealers were showing off their new models in the Fall of ’72, little did they know that the demand for their full-size cars would drop by half in just another year. Then along came the OPEC oil… more»
Tri-Power 4-Speed: 1965 Pontiac 2+2 Convertible
Occasionally a classic car will appear, and it is difficult to decide what its best feature is. That is the case with this 1965 Pontiac Catalina Convertible. Not only does it present beautifully, but the engine bay houses a… more»
Single-Family Owned: 1959 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
The seller of this 1959 Pontiac Catalina convertible describes it as a true time capsule. Typically a lofty claim for a 61-year old car, this is a documented one-family owned car and the included photos, at the least, don’t… more»
56-Years Owned: 1962 Pontiac Catalina
Not only has this 1962 Pontiac Catalina had just one owner for the past 56-years, but for the past 50-years that one owner hasn’t driven it. This tip was sent to us by an anonymous Barn Finds reader who… more»
28k Genuine Mile: 1978 Pontiac Catalina Safari Wagon
Many cars and wagons from the 1970s were considered by the motoring public to be disposable items. They were used for their designed purpose and were properly maintained, but eventually, they found their way to an automotive graveyard when… more»
Shining Star: 1956 Pontiac Star Chief Catalina
This 1956 Pontiac Star Chief two-door hardtop Catalina is literally shiny but it’s also a shining star of a project. It would be a great project but I’m a bit biased since my parents had one when I was… more»
Unfinished: 1959 Pontiac Catalina “Custom” Pickup Project
I always admire people who take on a custom project, because they can see something special and distinctive in their mind’s eye. They often want people to recognize their creation as something distinctive and different. At the same time,… more»
