I have been thinking of late about the merits of getting an older Pontiac wagon as a road trip family hauler...
I have no timeline, right now my kids are one and three years old.
I would prefer to deal locally, but if the right car/opportunity should arise, I am not against travelling to get it.
If you have a wagon that you're contemplating selling, maybe keep me in mind - I would really hope to find one that has been cared for, and the owner has come to decide to pass it on to someone else to care for, and enjoy it...
It doesn't have to be Pontiac, but since I have a real soft spot for Pontiac's, that's my preference.
While I'm sharing my preferances, I do prefer stick, but am guessing if I find one, it will be auto.
I like the 70-72 A-body wagons, but of late am actually growing quite fond of the 1980's Paresienne (?spelling) wagons with cloth interior, and the third row fold up seat...
This (attached image) was a SUPER cool Chevelle wagon that I saw at the Portland Swap meet this past spring.
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:15:46 PM
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:54:35 PM
they probably would... but like I said, I'd prefer to deal locally, prefer one already done and well cared for, and am in no rush...
MoboMac said
Sep 14, 2018
unruhjonny wrote:
I have been thinking of late about the merits of getting an older Pontiac wagon as a road trip family hauler...
I have no timeline, right now my kids are one and three years old.
I would prefer to deal locally, but if the right car/opportunity should arise, I am not against travelling to get it.
If you have a wagon that you're contemplating selling, maybe keep me in mind - I would really hope to find one that has been cared for, and the owner has come to decide to pass it on to someone else to care for, and enjoy it...
It doesn't have to be Pontiac, but since I have a real soft spot for Pontiac's, that's my preference.
While I'm sharing my preferances, I do prefer stick, but am guessing if I find one, it will be auto.
I like the 70-72 A-body wagons, but of late am actually growing quite fond of the 1980's Paresienne (?spelling) wagons with cloth interior, and the third row fold up seat...
This (attached image) was a SUPER cool Chevelle wagon that I saw at the Portland Swap meet this past spring.
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:15:46 PM
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:54:35 PM
That one now lives in Canadia......Saw it at the A&W cruise-in..... in Haney last month....
The 2 door wagon concept...of that era....leaves ME cold.....Shoulda been a sedan delivery....JMO
How about a 71 Vista Cruiser? This ones been for sale a few times but looks well done?
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/vernon/1971-oldsmobile-vista-cruiser/1339845870?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
73SC said
Sep 15, 2018
"casualiy looking for a cool Pontiac wagon..."
I keep returning to this thread and reminding myself of the title.
unruhjonny said
Nov 2, 2019
I actually forgot about this thread; I'm taking my interests (at least temporarily) off the market, as we bought a truck this past spring;
It's no cool family roadtrip vehicle, but most people can use a truck, and this one is special to me; It's a 1992 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 4x4 "Sport" model, which happens to be the only 'cool' truck that my maternal grandfather bought.
This truck has never left the family, and when opportunity to buy it came up, I jumped.
If my grandfather didn't baby it so much in the nine years he drove it, it would have absolutely been repainted - it shows the defective paint that was done at the time;
My uncle who was the second owner said he went theough LOTS of touch up paint, but after a while he gave up, then he passed it to his first son, who passed it to his brother - who I got it from.
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Saturday 2nd of November 2019 11:12:28 AM
Its called delamination, I had an 89 Chev that did that and got a new paint job by gm when it was 4 years old. I like that truck, looks in great shape.
Pontiacanada said
Nov 3, 2019
DonSSDD wrote:
I like that truck, looks in great shape.
X2. Yep, reg cab, 4x4!
Canadian Poncho said
Nov 3, 2019
That's the kind of truck I like.
timbuk said
Nov 3, 2019
looks contagious the red car got it too!
Ponchoheart said
Nov 3, 2019
I may have what your looking for in a family wagon. 1964 Biscayne , 4 speed , 409 , mint body and interior ,....plus its in Calgary to boot ! . Call or txt me if interested . Thx
Bob 403-519-2685
jmont64 said
Nov 3, 2019
Ponchoheart wrote:
I may have what your looking for in a family wagon. 1964 Biscayne , 4 speed , 409 , mint body and interior ,....plus its in Calgary to boot ! . Call or txt me if interested . Thx Bob 403-519-2685
You didnt happen to buy it last January by chance? Good friend of mine sold his and Im guessing there arent that many around.
I too am looking at a wagon,63 but having troubles with his pics coming through..but would be kinda cool
4SPEED427 said
Nov 3, 2019
jmont64 wrote:
Ponchoheart wrote:
I may have what your looking for in a family wagon. 1964 Biscayne , 4 speed , 409 , mint body and interior ,....plus its in Calgary to boot ! . Call or txt me if interested . Thx Bob 403-519-2685
You didnt happen to buy it last January by chance? Good friend of mine sold his and Im guessing there arent that many around.
Isn't the one in the pictures a 63?
Bill shuba said
Nov 3, 2019
the wagon I am looking at and pretty much bought has a 327 3 speed stanard..while I am in this subject thinking of putting a powerglide in it...so will be looking for ANY yr in the 60's 2 speed console and set of buckets..color not important as I will redo them ..front bench looks like a fawn color interior !!..any help would be awsome although just got some more pics of the car..and on the fence yet ??
-- Edited by Bill shuba on Sunday 3rd of November 2019 04:31:01 PM
I have been thinking of late about the merits of getting an older Pontiac wagon as a road trip family hauler...
I have no timeline, right now my kids are one and three years old.
I would prefer to deal locally, but if the right car/opportunity should arise, I am not against travelling to get it.
If you have a wagon that you're contemplating selling, maybe keep me in mind - I would really hope to find one that has been cared for, and the owner has come to decide to pass it on to someone else to care for, and enjoy it...
It doesn't have to be Pontiac, but since I have a real soft spot for Pontiac's, that's my preference.
While I'm sharing my preferances, I do prefer stick, but am guessing if I find one, it will be auto.
I like the 70-72 A-body wagons, but of late am actually growing quite fond of the 1980's Paresienne (?spelling) wagons with cloth interior, and the third row fold up seat...
This (attached image) was a SUPER cool Chevelle wagon that I saw at the Portland Swap meet this past spring.
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:15:46 PM
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Monday 10th of September 2018 12:54:35 PM
Here's an 84
How about a 63
66 Beaumont
I'm thinking the kids would love the view from a Vista Cruiser !
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/oakville-halton-region/1965-vista-cruiser/1378632226?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
You can always bolt a Beaumont front clip on it !
That one now lives in Canadia......Saw it at the A&W cruise-in..... in Haney last month....
The 2 door wagon concept...of that era....leaves ME cold.....Shoulda been a sedan delivery....JMO
www.mecum.com/lots/CA0818-336398/1964-chevrolet-chevelle-300/
This one sold for $143,000 including buyers premium.
Was not that many years ago that wagon was on eBay for $35,000
www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/dawson-creek/57-plymouth-wagon/1383182122
Now THAT is a wagon ...in MY book......even if it IS a Dodge....
Some assembly required.
www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/edmonton/4-1957-oldsmobile-fiesta-4-door-hard-top-station-wagons/1370735752
"casualiy looking for a cool Pontiac wagon..."
I keep returning to this thread and reminding myself of the title.
I actually forgot about this thread;
I'm taking my interests (at least temporarily) off the market, as we bought a truck this past spring;
It's no cool family roadtrip vehicle, but most people can use a truck, and this one is special to me;
It's a 1992 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 4x4 "Sport" model, which happens to be the only 'cool' truck that my maternal grandfather bought.
This truck has never left the family, and when opportunity to buy it came up, I jumped.
If my grandfather didn't baby it so much in the nine years he drove it, it would have absolutely been repainted - it shows the defective paint that was done at the time;
My uncle who was the second owner said he went theough LOTS of touch up paint, but after a while he gave up, then he passed it to his first son, who passed it to his brother - who I got it from.
-- Edited by unruhjonny on Saturday 2nd of November 2019 11:12:28 AM
X2. Yep, reg cab, 4x4!
Bob 403-519-2685
You didnt happen to buy it last January by chance? Good friend of mine sold his and Im guessing there arent that many around.
Isn't the one in the pictures a 63?
the wagon I am looking at and pretty much bought has a 327 3 speed stanard..while I am in this subject thinking of putting a powerglide in it...so will be looking for ANY yr in the 60's 2 speed console and set of buckets..color not important as I will redo them ..front bench looks like a fawn color interior !!..any help would be awsome although just got some more pics of the car..and on the fence yet ??
-- Edited by Bill shuba on Sunday 3rd of November 2019 04:31:01 PM