Interesting Facts About the Pontiac T1000
The Pontiac T1000 debuted in 1981 as a Chevette clone, offered in both 3‑door and 5‑door hatchback body styles. It remained in production through the 1987 model year, completing seven full model years before being replaced in Pontiac's lineup for 1988.
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Chevette Clone Origins (1981)
The T1000 arrived in Pontiac showrooms in 1981 as a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Chevette, marking Pontiac's entry into the subcompact hatchback market.
Name Change and Late‑Stage Update
Starting in 1984 the model was renamed simply "1000," and one of the final updates came in 1986 with the addition of a center high‑mount stop lamp (CHMSL).
Production Span and Replacement
GM's "Excitement Division" produced the T1000 through the 1987 model year, completing seven whole model years before the model was discontinued and replaced in Pontiac's lineup for the 1988 model year.
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