How Many 1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertibles Manufactured
midlifecrisis said
Apr 9, 2011
Can anyone tell me how many 1957 Pontiac Laurentian convertibles were manufactured in total and how many were Coronado Yellow? Thanks.
67rag396 said
Apr 13, 2011
Date Listed 12-Apr-11 Last Edited 12-Apr-11 Price $40,000.00 Address Edmonton, AB T6L 1W6, Canada View map For Sale By Owner Make Pontiac Model Other Trim Laurentian Year 1957 Kilometers 63000 Body Type Convertible Transmission Manual Colour Red Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD) Fuel Type Gasoline
Rare 1957 Pontiac ( Canadian Pontiac ) Laurentian Convertible. Very Rare car, as only 734 of these 1957 convertibles were ever built. My guess would be that there are less than 100 left in existence. This car was lightly modified in the 70's and has been sitting ever since. Custom built 327 cu. in. engine with a 4 speed manual transmission with floor shifter. Behind that is a factory positraction rear end. Recently inspected, with new brakes and front end components that needed to be changed. Power top works fine. In the 70's someone took out the factory bench seat and put in a console and buckets with custom material. This car is a real time capsule. Buy it to cruise today or restore to original tomorrow. if someone wants an original bench seat, that can be arranged for a little extra $$$. The car also comes with 1957 interior ( pre-sewn material ), if you want to go back to an original look, or just keep it the way it is for a great conversation piece at the next car show. What a hoot to drive - you will definitely get attention. Oh, these were built on 1957 Chevrolet chassis, and used about 90 % of the 1957 Chevrolet parts that you would find on any 1957 Chevrolet convertible. The frame, floor, engine, transmissions, rear end, seats, convertible top, windows, etc, are all 1957 Chevrolet, so parts to restore this car to original, are 99.9 % available.
Just in time for summer. More pictures are available upon request.
$40,000.00
Please call Ed @ 780-991-2266. or e-mail me at sunburn@telusplanet.net
-- Edited by 67rag396 on Wednesday 13th of April 2011 10:05:52 AM
midlifecrisis said
Apr 13, 2011
Thank you very much for the information. So it looks like I have a pretty rare rag top.
68sd said
Apr 13, 2011
Lot : SP95
1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible
Auctioned on Saturday, April 4, 2009
Not Sold at a High Bid of $89,000
Between 1955 and 1970, Canadian Pontiac appeared very similar in terms of their styling, trim, and other features to the Pontiac models sold in the United States, but they actually shared more in common with the contemporary full-size Chevrolet models. In fact, through the 1962 model year, the Laurentian was available in all the body styles that were available within the Chevrolet Bel Air line, including hardtop coupe, sedan, and convertible models. In addition, powertrains and chassis were Chevrolet-based as well. As a result, Canadian Pontiacs from this era remain very rare and interesting automobiles that are just beginning to attract serious collector attention.
This 1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible benefits from an outstanding, frame-off rotisserie restoration performed to exacting levels of detail and authenticity. The beautifully prepared body is highlighted by an attractive yellow finish, excellent and extensive brightwork, and complemented by a yellow and silver two-tone interior treatment. Exterior accessories include rear fender skirts, a Continental spare tire kit, and dual exhaust outlets, while the interior includes power windows, a pushbutton-operated AM radio, and a clock. In addition, the Laurentian is powered by a 283 cubic inch V8 engine with a Powerglide automatic transmission, and the highly detailed engine bay, underbody, and suspension are every bit as impressive as the exterior of the car. It is believed that just 775 Laurentian Convertibles were produced in 1957, and for the true connoisseur of 1950s cars, it will make a very interesting and enjoyable addition to your collection.
Rare 1957 Pontiac ( Canadian Pontiac ) Laurentian Convertible. Very Rare car, as only 734 of these 1957 convertibles were ever built. My guess would be that there are less than 100 left in existence. This car was lightly modified in the 70's and has been sitting ever since. Custom built 327 cu. in. engine with a 4 speed manual transmission with floor shifter. Behind that is a factory positraction rear end. Recently inspected, with new brakes and front end components that needed to be changed. Power top works fine. In the 70's someone took out the factory bench seat and put in a console and buckets with custom material. This car is a real time capsule. Buy it to cruise today or restore to original tomorrow. if someone wants an original bench seat, that can be arranged for a little extra $$$. The car also comes with 1957 interior ( pre-sewn material ), if you want to go back to an original look, or just keep it the way it is for a great conversation piece at the next car show. What a hoot to drive - you will definitely get attention. Oh, these were built on 1957 Chevrolet chassis, and used about 90 % of the 1957 Chevrolet parts that you would find on any 1957 Chevrolet convertible. The frame, floor, engine, transmissions, rear end, seats, convertible top, windows, etc, are all 1957 Chevrolet, so parts to restore this car to original, are 99.9 % available.
Just in time for summer. More pictures are available upon request.
Please check out this link to see what these cars go for when completely restored:
Through out the years we have looked at and talked about many cars, but this is the rarest and definitely the most valuable, to be on this web site so far.
The competition among the automakers in the 1950s was fierce and it seemed that each year entirely newly designed models were coming out annually. In actual fact General Motors was evolving its cars in a sort of three year cycle with the 49 to 52 models as one form, then the 53 and 54 models a bit bigger and chunkier. 1955 was a new design and was very popular with the 56 being hard to identify from the previous year. The 57 was almost all new sheet metal on a similar frame and power train of the 1955 model though it was a bit bigger. The 58 was longer but sitting on the same base platform, while the 59s were a whole new thing.
The 1957 Chevrolet was for most car collectors and hot rod enthusiasts, the ultimate car. I recalled a GM dealer from Southern Saskatchewan who put together a whole garage of 1957 Chevrolets. But, the Pontiac, though sold in smaller numbers, was a very similar car and certainly the reasons for the popularity of the Chevy, were just the same for the Pontiac.
Through the fifties, sixties and seventies the General Motors Pontiac division was pretty much a thing of its own in the United States with its bottom model the Star Chief, the Bonneville being the better model then the introduction of the top of the line Catalina. The Canadian versions carried the Pathfinder name for the bottom of the line, then Laurentian which for some years was the top of the line then on top of that came the Pariesienne. In 1957 the Laurentian and the Bonneville were the top of the line Pontiacs north and south of the border.
Because of trade issues of the era, General Motors used common parts for its Chevrolet line and for its Pontiacs in Canadaso that a 1957 Chevrolet and a 1957 Pontiac looked quite different, but both sat on the same frame, same drive train and same suspension. The basic engine of the year was the inline valve in head six cylinder engine GM had been making since the thirties, with some minor upgrading like hydraulic valve lifters. Though you could get a Laurentian with a six cylinder engine, the premium engine was the Chevrolet 283 cubic inch V-8 that was new in 57. Any one who owned a car with a 283 was a fan of the engine which had lots of power and was able to move a car along at twenty-two miles to the gallon of gasoline. The American versions of the Pontiac had a variety of engines including an expensive to operate bruit of a 347 cubic inch V-8. Most Laurentians were sold with Powerglide automatic transmissions a simple and durable three speed automatic that was developed in the late forties.
Without knowing the model names just remember if a Pontiac has an orange engine it is a Canadian built vehicle with a Chevrolet engine. If the engine is blue it is an American made vehicle.
This Laurentian convertible is close to extinction. Pontiac turned out only 775 Laurentian convertibles. It would be surprising if there were more than a handful of them still on the road. A completely rebuilt Bonneville is currently listed on e-Bay for $169,000 US and the Bonneville though equivalent to the Laurentian cost about $6,000 brand new in 1957, was made in much larger numbers. This Laurentian looks to be in original condition and really is to valuable a car to be driving around the streets.
One other interesting note about 1957 is that this was the first year for cars to come out of the factories coated in plastic. Most manufacturers ended their use of "paint" with the 1956 model year and from then on cars were given acrylic surfaces. The practice of applying a clear coat of acrylic seemed to come into vogue in the late 1970s.
68sd said
Apr 13, 2011
Canadian Poncho said
Apr 13, 2011
I'd bet there are far less than 100 in existence today!
mr57 said
Apr 15, 2011
There were four of them around here at one time, three are long-gone to places unknown. One is in storage waiting for a resto. I also knew a guy in Vancouve r that turned one into a Chevy... :(
Can anyone tell me how many 1957 Pontiac Laurentian convertibles were manufactured in total and how many were Coronado Yellow? Thanks.
Date Listed 12-Apr-11
Last Edited 12-Apr-11
Price $40,000.00
Address Edmonton, AB T6L 1W6, Canada
View map
For Sale By Owner
Make Pontiac
Model Other
Trim Laurentian
Year 1957
Kilometers 63000
Body Type Convertible
Transmission Manual
Colour Red
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Fuel Type Gasoline
Rare 1957 Pontiac ( Canadian Pontiac ) Laurentian Convertible. Very Rare car, as only 734 of these 1957 convertibles were ever built. My guess would be that there are less than 100 left in existence. This car was lightly modified in the 70's and has been sitting ever since. Custom built 327 cu. in. engine with a 4 speed manual transmission with floor shifter. Behind that is a factory positraction rear end. Recently inspected, with new brakes and front end components that needed to be changed. Power top works fine. In the 70's someone took out the factory bench seat and put in a console and buckets with custom material. This car is a real time capsule. Buy it to cruise today or restore to original tomorrow. if someone wants an original bench seat, that can be arranged for a little extra $$$. The car also comes with 1957 interior ( pre-sewn material ), if you want to go back to an original look, or just keep it the way it is for a great conversation piece at the next car show. What a hoot to drive - you will definitely get attention.
Oh, these were built on 1957 Chevrolet chassis, and used about 90 % of the 1957 Chevrolet parts that you would find on any 1957 Chevrolet convertible. The frame, floor, engine, transmissions, rear end, seats, convertible top, windows, etc, are all 1957 Chevrolet, so parts to restore this car to original, are 99.9 % available.
Just in time for summer. More pictures are available upon request.
$40,000.00
Please call Ed @ 780-991-2266. or e-mail me at sunburn@telusplanet.net
http://alberta.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-1957-Pontiac-Laurentian-Convertible-W0QQAdIdZ274657364
-- Edited by 67rag396 on Wednesday 13th of April 2011 10:05:52 AM
Lot : SP95
1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible
Auctioned on Saturday, April 4, 2009
Not Sold at a High Bid of $89,000
Between 1955 and 1970, Canadian Pontiac appeared very similar in terms of their styling, trim, and other features to the Pontiac models sold in the United States, but they actually shared more in common with the contemporary full-size Chevrolet models. In fact, through the 1962 model year, the Laurentian was available in all the body styles that were available within the Chevrolet Bel Air line, including hardtop coupe, sedan, and convertible models. In addition, powertrains and chassis were Chevrolet-based as well. As a result, Canadian Pontiacs from this era remain very rare and interesting automobiles that are just beginning to attract serious collector attention.
This 1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible benefits from an outstanding, frame-off rotisserie restoration performed to exacting levels of detail and authenticity. The beautifully prepared body is highlighted by an attractive yellow finish, excellent and extensive brightwork, and complemented by a yellow and silver two-tone interior treatment. Exterior accessories include rear fender skirts, a Continental spare tire kit, and dual exhaust outlets, while the interior includes power windows, a pushbutton-operated AM radio, and a clock. In addition, the Laurentian is powered by a 283 cubic inch V8 engine with a Powerglide automatic transmission, and the highly detailed engine bay, underbody, and suspension are every bit as impressive as the exterior of the car. It is believed that just 775 Laurentian Convertibles were produced in 1957, and for the true connoisseur of 1950s cars, it will make a very interesting and enjoyable addition to your collection.
1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible
View map
Oh, these were built on 1957 Chevrolet chassis, and used about 90 % of the 1957 Chevrolet parts that you would find on any 1957 Chevrolet convertible. The frame, floor, engine, transmissions, rear end, seats, convertible top, windows, etc, are all 1957 Chevrolet, so parts to restore this car to original, are 99.9 % available.
Just in time for summer. More pictures are available upon request.
Please check out this link to see what these cars go for when completely restored:
www.ccpauctions.com/lot-details.php?RefNum=r003&EventID=62
Original color of this car is red - very desirable !!!!
$40,000.00
Please call Ed @ 780-991-2266. or e-mail me at sunburn@telusplanet.net
-- Edited by 68sd on Wednesday 13th of April 2011 04:26:00 PM
1957 Pontiac Laurentian Convertible
FTLComm - Tisdale - Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Through out the years we have looked at and talked about many cars, but this is the rarest and definitely the most valuable, to be on this web site so far.
The competition among the automakers in the 1950s was fierce and it seemed that each year entirely newly designed models were coming out annually. In actual fact General Motors was evolving its cars in a sort of three year cycle with the 49 to 52 models as one form, then the 53 and 54 models a bit bigger and chunkier. 1955 was a new design and was very popular with the 56 being hard to identify from the previous year. The 57 was almost all new sheet metal on a similar frame and power train of the 1955 model though it was a bit bigger. The 58 was longer but sitting on the same base platform, while the 59s were a whole new thing.
The 1957 Chevrolet was for most car collectors and hot rod enthusiasts, the ultimate car. I recalled a GM dealer from Southern Saskatchewan who put together a whole garage of 1957 Chevrolets. But, the Pontiac, though sold in smaller numbers, was a very similar car and certainly the reasons for the popularity of the Chevy, were just the same for the Pontiac.
Through the fifties, sixties and seventies the General Motors Pontiac division was pretty much a thing of its own in the United States with its bottom model the Star Chief, the Bonneville being the better model then the introduction of the top of the line Catalina. The Canadian versions carried the Pathfinder name for the bottom of the line, then Laurentian which for some years was the top of the line then on top of that came the Pariesienne. In 1957 the Laurentian and the Bonneville were the top of the line Pontiacs north and south of the border.
Because of trade issues of the era, General Motors used common parts for its Chevrolet line and for its Pontiacs in Canadaso that a 1957 Chevrolet and a 1957 Pontiac looked quite different, but both sat on the same frame, same drive train and same suspension. The basic engine of the year was the inline valve in head six cylinder engine GM had been making since the thirties, with some minor upgrading like hydraulic valve lifters. Though you could get a Laurentian with a six cylinder engine, the premium engine was the Chevrolet 283 cubic inch V-8 that was new in 57. Any one who owned a car with a 283 was a fan of the engine which had lots of power and was able to move a car along at twenty-two miles to the gallon of gasoline. The American versions of the Pontiac had a variety of engines including an expensive to operate bruit of a 347 cubic inch V-8. Most Laurentians were sold with Powerglide automatic transmissions a simple and durable three speed automatic that was developed in the late forties.
Without knowing the model names just remember if a Pontiac has an orange engine it is a Canadian built vehicle with a Chevrolet engine. If the engine is blue it is an American made vehicle.
This Laurentian convertible is close to extinction. Pontiac turned out only 775 Laurentian convertibles. It would be surprising if there were more than a handful of them still on the road. A completely rebuilt Bonneville is currently listed on e-Bay for $169,000 US and the Bonneville though equivalent to the Laurentian cost about $6,000 brand new in 1957, was made in much larger numbers. This Laurentian looks to be in original condition and really is to valuable a car to be driving around the streets.
One other interesting note about 1957 is that this was the first year for cars to come out of the factories coated in plastic. Most manufacturers ended their use of "paint" with the 1956 model year and from then on cars were given acrylic surfaces. The practice of applying a clear coat of acrylic seemed to come into vogue in the late 1970s.