AutoHunter Spotlight: 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Convertible
Available for purchase on AutoHunter is this 1957 Pontiac Star Chief convertible. Nineteen fifty-seven was an important year for Pontiac because it was an evolutionary link between the past and the future—the “Silver Streaks” were removed, and it was the first year for Tri-Power carburetion, though this one is powered by a 347 four-barrel with Strato-Flight Hydra-Matic. This Star Chief features a continental kit, fender skirts, power top, steering and brakes, dual exhausts, and more. Painted Carib Coral with Sheffield Grey trim and white top over a white vinyl interior, this classy 1950s cruiser comes from selling dealer with tonneau cover and transferrable New Hampshire registration.
Smacking of classic 1950s goodness, the Carib Coral hue is complemented by Sheffield Grey side trim and white top. Glance at the rear and you’ll find a continental kit with chrome brightwork. Other exterior features include rear fender skirts, white tonneau cover, chrome driver-side mirror, and an ornament atop each headlight. Fourteen-inch steel wheels with chrome wheelcovers are wrapped in 215/75 whitewall radials.
The white cabin features a split vinyl bench seat. Other interior features include an automatic transmission shifter on the column, power steering, pushbutton AM radio, and clock.
Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer with gauges for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, battery, and fuel. The odometer shows 41,833 miles though the title reads it’s mileage-exempt.
The 347 four-barrel was rated at 270 horsepower and 359 lbs-ft of torque. It is topped by a four-barrel carburetor and backed by a three-speed Strato-Flight Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The seller says the carburetor and fuel lines are new.
The undercarriage features power drum brakes and a dual exhaust system. The seller claims the brake system (including power booster), fuel lines, and gas tank are new.
The subject of our AutoHunter Spotlight shines bright because 1957 was such a fine year for General Motors products. Additionally, Pontiac was metaphorically molting, shedding much of the past for a more promising future as the “Horsepower Wars” commenced. Only 12,789 1957 Pontiac Star Chief convertibles were built, which was a good number, but being painted Carib Coral pushes this one near the top in desirability. If you have had dreams of driving a pink 1950s cruiser, we cannot think of a better opportunity than to place a bid now because once 11:30 a.m. (MST) hits on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, it’ll be gone—good luck and enjoy the cruise!
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