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Pontiac Catalina

1959 – 1981 · USA

Pontiac›Catalina

The Pontiac Catalina was a full-size automobile manufactured by Pontiac from 1950 to 1981. Initially introduced as a trim line on hardtop body styles within the Chieftain Eight and DeLuxe Eight lines, it later evolved into a standalone model in 1959, positioned as the "entry-level" full-size offering from Pontiac. Throughout its production, the Catalina emerged as Pontiac's most popular model, boasting a range of body styles that catered to various consumer preferences. This iconic vehicle also played a crucial role as the donor platform for several other successful Pontiac models, including the Grand Prix, 2+2, Ventura, and the Safari station wagon. In 1964, the second-generation

5 generations of the Pontiac Catalina

Version	Years	Engine	Gearbox	Drive	Body
Pontiac Catalina 1st Gen	1959 to 1960	6.4L naturally aspirated V8	Auto, Manual	RWD	COUPE, CONVERTIBLE
Pontiac Catalina 2nd Gen	1961 to 1964	6.4L naturally aspirated V8	Auto, Manual	RWD	SEDAN, WAGON, COUPE, CONVERTIBLE
Pontiac Catalina 3rd Gen	1965 to 1970	naturally aspirated V8	Manual	RWD	COUPE, CONVERTIBLE
Pontiac Catalina 4th Gen	1971 to 1976	naturally aspirated V8	Auto	RWD	SEDAN, WAGON, COUPE
Pontiac Catalina 5th Gen	1977 to 1981	6.6L naturally aspirated V8	Auto	RWD	SEDAN