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1961 Pontiac Catalina Base 6.4l on 2040-cars

Year:1961 Mileage:78865
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RARE-RARE-RARE! 1961 Pontiac Catalina Convertible, Bristol Blue...with factory A/C, factory 8-Lug aluminum wheels, and factory TRI-POWER (318 Horse Power).  Also has: Power Steering, Power Brakes, Dual Exhausts and Automatic Transmission.

Pontiac Historical Services (PHS) report will be included with the purchase and says "quantity built" was 543. Blue and white interior with original clear plastic seat covers on both front and rear seats. Car will need complete restoration. Surface rust on front of car. Rust through in cowl by engine compartment, and in rear cowl into trunk. All glass good. Pass door needs new door skin and minor interior door  rust repair. Rust through in front of both rear wheel wells and passenger floor board - see picture.

Car came to California from Florida in the year 2000, and has sat in an enclosed garage ever since. Motor turns over but I couldn't get it to start. All the Tri-Power fuel lines and linkage are intact. Ignition keys are in the ignition switch.

Bill of sale only. I have in my possession Florida Certificate of Title (Pink Slip) signed off by seller naming me as purchaser which I will pass on to new buyer.

Must pay in full within 10 days of auction. Must pick up car within 21 days. Bank cashiers check to clear before car leaves property. Storage charge of $10 per day will start on day 22 if car is not picked up. Car is in north west Los Angeles county, CA

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