1956 PONTIAC CHIEFTAIN TWO-DOOR SEDAN

OVERVIEW

This 1956 Pontiac Chieftain is powered by a reportedly original Strato-Streak 316ci V8 engine mated to a four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Finished in red and white two-tone over a matching vinyl interior, this classic is now offered by the selling dealer with a vintage Pontiac sign and clear title.

Highlights

• Reportedly original engine 
• Hidden Bluetooth compatible aftermarket Kenwood stereo
• Vintage Pontiac sign included with sale  

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Massachusetts 

EXTERIOR

• Red and white two-tone paint 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Chrome brightwork 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch steel wheels 
  • Pontiac chrome wheel covers 
• G78 whitewall tires 

INTERIOR

• White and red vinyl upholstery 
• Black trim
• Split-bench 
• Column-mounted automatic shifter
• Floor-mounted cupholders
• Updated speaker system 
• Hidden aftermarket Kenwood stereo 
  • AM/FM
  • CD player
  • USB 
  • Auxiliary 
  • SiriusXM capable
  • Bluetooth compatible 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer 
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature 
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 95,867 miles
  • Title reads true mileage 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Strato-Streak 316ci V8
  • 227 horsepower at 4,800 rpm
  • 312 lb-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm 
  • Four-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Drum brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• STYLE, 2711: Chieftain two-door sedan 
• PLANT, P: Pontiac, MI 
• TRIM, 264: Black Pattern Cloth and Light Grey Imitation Leather
• PAINT: LH: Glendale Green and Hialeah Green two-tone paint, Hialeah Green wheels 
• ACC
  • O: Heavy-duty oil-bath air cleaner 
  • K: Latex foam cushions 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS 

• Surface rust seen on undercarriage components 
• Rust on exterior bumpers 
• May need a rear floor pan according to seller
• Wear on steering wheel as seen
• Wear on dash as seen
• Scrape on passenger fender by wheel well
• Oxidation on brightwork as seen
• Paint splitting behind rear bumper
• Minor paint imperfections as seen in photos
• Tires are worn and need replacement

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Vintage Pontiac sign