Pontiac Series - Safari Traditional Cache
GeoCrater: I am regretfully archiving this cache since there's been no response from nor action by the cache owner within the time frame requested in the last reviewer note.
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I have had many interesting Pontiacs over the years, and felt a little tribute was in order before the storied brand fades into history. Please enter any of your own recollections of any Pontiacs in the log.
Pontiac originated as the Oakland Car Company of Pontiac, Michigan, in 1907. Acquired by General Motors in 1909, Oakland introduced the first Pontiac vehicle in 1926. It was so successful that the Oakland name was phased out in favor of Pontiac
The 1950s saw the introduction of the Pontiac Bonneville. The sprawling, stylish cruiser offered equal measures of performance and luxury, and was a breakout hit.
The 1955 Safari was built using shared body components with Chevrolet's Nomad Station Wagon.
The Safari featured sport-coupe front doors, extra chrome adorning the tailgate and interior, and sliding rear-seat windows. Like the Nomad, the "B" pillar of the station wagon was raked forward, a flourish not shared with other GM two-door station wagons from that era.
. Production of the 1955 Safari stood at a model year production of 3,760, making it the lowest production Pontiac for 1955.
In the 90’s models like the Vibe, Solstice and G8 made Pontiac a brand to consider in many segments. However, GM's financial troubles in 2008 and 2009 have resulted in the company's decision to phase out Pontiac as a brand. It's expected 2010 will be Pontiac's last year for new models.
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