1946 Pontiac Streamliner

OVERVIEW

This 1946 Pontiac Streamliner is powered by a 248.9ci L-head straight-eight mated to a three-speed manual transmission. Finished in pale green with wood paneling over a brown vinyl interior, this station wagon is now offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.

Highlights

• Museum-showcased
• Engine and transmission rebuilt in 2014
• Wood paneling 

Ownership History

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: California 

EXTERIOR

• Pale green paint
• Wood paneling
• Sun visor 
• Fender skirts 
• Chrome bumpers 
• Chrome brightwork

Updates

• Color changed from original Smoked Pearl

WHEELS AND TIRES

• 16-inch wheels 
  • Pontiac hubcaps 
• 6.00 Coker Classic whitewall tires

INTERIOR

• Brown vinyl upholstery
• Bench seats
• Clock

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 100-mph speedometer 
  • Oil pressure 
  • Water temperature 
  • Battery
  • Fuel 
• Odometer shows 89 miles
  • True mileage unknown 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 248.9ci straight-eight
  • 103 horsepower 
  • 6.5:1 compression ratio
  • 80.5-pound counterweighted crankshaft 
  • Single-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Three-speed manual

Service History Highlights

• Engine overhauled in 2014
  • New rings
  • New rod bearings
  • Valve job completed
• Transmission overhauled in 2014
• Original six-cylinder engine replaced

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST 

• Variable-rate rear leaf springs
• Four-wheel drum brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust 

Service History Highlights

• High-speed rear end installed in 2014

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Alignment slightly off on the driver-side door
• Heater fan motor switch inoperable 

ADDITIONAL NOTES 

• Seller states that the clock does work but it is currently disconnected to minimize battery drain
• Seller states that the radio does work but it requires an antenna 
• An additional $60 dealer fee will be added to sale price