Pontiac is just but one of the several marques that is used by General Motors on their manufactured automobiles. Pontiac automobiles are mainly marketed in the United States and Canada. Started in 1926, Pontiac vehicles have been recognized as one of the most sought after brand in the automobile industry. It has also successfully introduced a number of car models and some which stood above the rest. Famous Pontiac car models include the Pontiac G6, GTO, Grand Prix, Grand Am, Vibe, Sunfire, Montana, Aztek, Bonneville and others more. In 1967, Pontiac launched an automobile model called Pontiac Executive to serve as a replacement to the discontinued Pontiac Star Chief.
Before the Pontiac Executive was called such, its predecessor Star Chief first used the name Executive to become Star Chief Executive from 1966 until 1967. From then on, Pontiac Executive cars took over the mid-range that was left by the long running Star Chief. The newly introduced model displayed more deluxe trim, matched with additional standard amenities for great ease and comfort of the occupants. The Executive is also equipped with longer wheelbase, even in terms of the overall length as compared to the cheaper Pontiac Catalina models, but is luxury-short as compared to the top of the line Pontiac Bonneville although they both share the same wheelbase including some dimensions.
The Executive and the Catalina have relatively similar mechanical specifications particularly regarding the powerplant. Both of them make use of similar standard and optional V8 engine. Initial powerplant for the Executive is the base 400 cubic inches V8 engine having two-barrel carburetor to produce 265 horsepower. Such engine was later on upgraded to the more powerful 428 cubic inches HO V8 powerplant to generate 390 horsepower until the year 1969. For the Executive’s final year, it made use of the 455 cubic inches V8 engine to boost 370 horsepower. In terms of transmission, the Executive used a standard 3-speed manual with sift gears, and an optional floor-mounted 4-speed with Hurst shifter for the 67-68 production years. Almost all of the produced Executive automobiles were outfitted with the 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission.
Moreover, the Pontiac Executive was offered as a four-door pillared sedan, two-door hardtop coupe, four-door hardtop sedan, and the wood-paneled Safari station wagons in two and three-seat versions. And because of the on the way out sales output, the Pontiac Executive was dropped in 1970 and was replaced by the Pontiac Catalina Brougham. So if you are looking for quality-made Pontiac Executive parts and accessories, simply browse our catalogue and you will definitely find what you are looking for. Here at parts Train, we offer great deals of Pontiac Executive products for all your needs. Check it out now!
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Pontiac Executive - Seat Belt
"UNIVERSAL 3-POINT RETRACTABLE SEAT BELTS, DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE, SOLD AS PAIR -- This Seat Belt May Require Modification Or Other Adjustments To Your Vehicle Upon Installation, 1-3/4 in. Width x 131 in. Full Extended Length, Comes With Center Push Buckle, Without Air Bag Sensor"
Brand:Replacement
Pontiac Executive - Oxygen Sensor
"UNIVERSAL OXYGEN SENSOR -- 4 Wires, Quality Construction And Materials Make This Item One Of The Top Selling OE Replacement Oxygen Sensors. This May Require Modification Or Other Adjustments To Your Vehicle Upon Installation, Direct Fit Part "
"UNIVERSAL 2-POINT SEAT BELT, DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY -- This Seat Belt May Require Modification Or Other Adjustments To Your Vehicle Upon Installation, 1-3/4 in. Width x 54 in. Full Extended Length, Comes With Center Push Buckle"
Brand:Replacement
Pontiac Executive - Oxygen Sensor
"UNIVERSAL OXYGEN SENSOR -- 3 Wires, Quality Construction And Materials Make This Item One Of The Top Selling OE Replacement Oxygen Sensors. This May Require Modification Or Other Adjustments To Your Vehicle Upon Installation, Direct Fit Part "
Brand:Replacement
Pontiac Executive - Oxygen Sensor
"UNIVERSAL OXYGEN SENSOR -- 1 Wire, Quality Construction And Materials Make This Item One Of The Top Selling OE Replacement Oxygen Sensors. This May Require Modification Or Other Adjustments To Your Vehicle Upon Installation, Direct Fit Part "
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