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Pontiac LeMans 6th Gen

1988 – 1993 — USA

The Pontiac LeMans is a model name connected to cars manufactured by Pontiac, inspired by the French city of Le Mans, known for the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race. Initially, the LeMans started as a trim upgrade on the Pontiac Tempest but evolved into a distinct model by 1963. The Pontiac LeMans went through six generations, with the first five being rear-wheel drive cars from 1961 to 1981 (ending in 1983 in Canada). The initial generation was a compact car, and subsequent generations (2-5) were classified as intermediates, reflecting the evolving automotive market at the time. In a unique turn of events, the LeMans name reappeared for a sixth generation between 1988 and 1993. However, this phase saw a shift in design, as Pontiac offered a front-wheel drive subcompact version of the LeMans, which was essentially a rebadged Daewoo LeMans manufactured by Daewoo in South Korea. Key points: 1. The Pontiac LeMans derived its name from the city of Le Mans in France, home to the esteemed 24 Hours of Le Mans race. 2. Originally introduced as a trim upgrade for the Tempest, the LeMans eventually became a standalone model by 1963. 3. The LeMans witnessed six generations, with the first five being rear-wheel drive cars from 1961 to 198