Interesting Facts About the Pontiac Catalina
The Pontiac Catalina was a staple of Pontiac’s full‑size lineup, running from the late 1950s through the early 1980s. It began as a hardtop nameplate and evolved through several redesigns before ending production in 1981.
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Model debut and original naming
The Catalina became an official model series in 1959, although the name had earlier been used only to denote a hardtop version. It was part of Pontiac’s full‑size line that spanned from 1950 to 1981.
Three distinct generations
The first generation ran from 1959 to 1960, featuring the Vista HT sedan. The second generation covered 1961 to 1964 with a 4‑door sedan layout. A third generation began in 1967, continuing the evolution of the full‑size Catalina.
Enduring popularity and parts rarity
Enthusiasts still recall the late‑70s Catalina (1977‑1979) as a favorite, and today many owners seek hard‑to‑find Pontiac‑exclusive parts such as doors, interior trim panels, and hoods.
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