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Old Pontiac hood ornament, what year??
Hi members,
Cleaning the garage attic and found this. My older brother gave it to me decades ago. The chrome needs some bronze wool and the face is cracked but it’s cool. I’ve seen yellow and clear before. I think they also had a light under it. What year and what models would this had come on? Thank you, Chris.
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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Nice...
Chris,
That is a 1955 Accessory The stock ornament was solid chrome with slightly different design.
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When I die, I want to go peacefully like my grandfather did, in his sleep. Not screaming like the passengers in his car. Last edited by Jeff Hamlin; 02-25-2024 at 11:12 AM. |
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Just for giggles, for anyone interested here is a compilation of my Pontiac Hood Ornaments pictures.
I always prefer up shots to avoid background noise. Thus why I call this collection Pontiac Sky. I will note that not all of these were shot by me. https://www.pinterest.com/mrbigbluesky/pontiac-sky/ Cheers.
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Hands down the most gorgeous hood ornaments were the ones by Pontiac. Thanks Jeff for the link.
I have a photo of one from the 30s. I believe it was from 1936, but I'm not positive. I'll look for it and post it asap.... if I can find it.
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I have about the same amount of lines in my face as does this hood ornament, LOL. Another question, why are there clear and amber colors ?? Standards, Deluxe models? Thanks, Chris
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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Those are very cool, thanks for posting them.
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I've never been able to find what the reason was for Amber Vs Clear.
It's been said that some states back in the day implemented Bans on their use, so it may be related to some sort of DOT requirement? Just a guess. 1936 Pontiacs had two Ornaments that I'm aware of. The 1st is for the 6 cyl models The 2nd was on the Silver Streak's and was very Art Deco, IIRC they were only avail with the Pontiac 8.
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When I die, I want to go peacefully like my grandfather did, in his sleep. Not screaming like the passengers in his car. Last edited by Jeff Hamlin; 02-25-2024 at 11:12 AM. |
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Great pics, Thanks for sharing 'Pontiac Sky'
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Still looking for the amber chief head one to display, but the prices are crazy high. . That one is pretty cool too.
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I like the hood ornaments. Here is one from my 39.
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That is a Cool photo!
I saved that one. Thx, Chris.
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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There are tons online to view, and Pontiac has the BEST !
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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