During the mid-1980s, Myrtle Motors in New York recognized a missed opportunity within Pontiac’s midsized lineup. Buick, Chevrolet, and Oldsmobile were offering their own high-performance G-cars. Pontiac’s Grand Prix, while sporty, missed that mark. Just when I figured learning its backstory was lost to history, I met Ed Bloom—the person responsible for its existence! Here’s what he has to say!
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My Dad's New '72 LeMans...
Pontiac, personal story6 CommentsIn October 1971, my dad placed an order for a Cameo White '72 LeMans. He shares his memories of that car with us.
1974 and 1975 Trans Ams with a Vinyl Roof—Have You Ever Seen One?
Pontiac17 CommentsDid you know that Pontiac offered its Cordova Top option on Trans Ams during the 1974 and 1975 model years? I’ve documented a small-number of 1974 Trans Ams equipped as such, but have yet to document any 1975 Trans Ams equipped with the factory-installed padded vinyl roof option. Have you ever seen one?
McQ's 1973 Trans Am--Info Uncovered On Four Movie Cars!
Pontiac9 CommentsHave you ever wondered how many 1973 Trans Ams were used in the movie McQ? With recently uncovered paperwork. we now know there that Pontiac supplied at least four Brewster Green Firebirds. Here’s information on them including another VIN!
It's Back! The Definitive Firebird & Trans Am Guide 1970-1981! Order Your Copy Now!
Pontiac2 CommentsOut of print for some time, Cartech Books has made my book—The Definitive Firebird & Trans Am Guide 1970-1981—available for immediate ordering. Get your copy today!
Found! One of McQ’s 1973 Trans Ams!
Pontiac5 CommentsI’ve spent years trying to determine how many Brewster Green 1973 Trans Ams that Pontiac supplied for the filming of McQ and what became of them. I learned that one movie car has survived and it’s in private hands today. Here’s that story!
Seeing (Pieces of) A Second-Gen Firebird on The Road Today
Pontiac, personal story5 CommentsDid the addition of a second-gen Firebird rear spoiler add sporty appeal to a Chrysler Lebaron? You decide!
Sharing In Someone’s Pontiac Excitement
vintage photos2 CommentsThere’s a strong sense of nostalgia when looking at vintage photographs old then-new Pontiacs. This series of images comes from my collection. They depict a factory-fresh ‘77 Trans Am that someone had just taken delivery of. Can you imagine the excitement they felt?
My Dad’s First Trans Am
Pontiac, personal story, vintage photos8 CommentsDuring the 1970s my dad owned a number of Pontiacs and several Firebirds were among them. His first Trans Am was a Firethorn Red ‘76. While he planned to order a Formula that model year, he ultimately decided upon the Trans Am. He was so happy with it that it paved the way for others that followed. Here’s how it came to be.
Finding The Perfect (for me) 1974 Formula!
personal story, Pontiac15 CommentsI have been searching for a ‘74 Formula for quite sometime and after years of disappointment, I decided that when the right Formula came along, I’d know it. With help from Jeff Denison, Dan Jensen’s Formula 455 found me! Here’s how!
Overstock Special! 67-69 Firebird Books- $30 plus shipping
Pontiac3 CommentsThe Definitive Firebird and Trans Am Guide 67-69 may no longer be in print but new copies are available via PontiacV8.com!
Finally Found Time To Drive My '76 Trans Am...
personal story, Pontiac2 CommentsWhile the pandemic has forced many of us to stay home and maintain ample distance in social settings, there may be no safer activity than taking your vintage Pontiac out for a cruise. Have you been finding yourself driving your car(s) more frequently since March?
Did You Know? Pontiac's 1959 Kleenex Promotion
did you know1 CommentDid you know that at least one Pontiac dealership partnered with Kleenex to provide new 1959 Pontiac buyers with a year’s supply of tissues?
Did Pontiac Repurpose a Leftover 1972 455 H.O. Block?
Pontiac10 CommentsI was contacted by the owner of code-ZE 455 who questioned its true origin because of someone’s handiwork with a grinder. We seemingly determined that the ZE-code 455 was originally assembled as a WD-code 455 H.O. during the 1972 model year, and was then re-purposed for 1973 when it was leftover from the strike-shortened 1972 model year. Does that seem far fetched? You be the judge!
Did you know?? John Wayne drove Pontiacs!
Pontiac, did you know2 Comments1972 LeMans Sport- Vintage Road Test
Pontiac, road test2 CommentsThe Milwaukee Journal reviewed Pontiac’s new-for-1972 LeMans Sport equipped with the T41 option in its December 26, 1971 printing. Have you seen this road test before?
A typical day at GM's Rochester Products Division carburetor plant
Pontiac3 CommentsI was recently rebuilding a Rochester Quadrajet in my garage. During the process I recalled a GM press photo that depicts a carburetor assembly line at the Rochester plant filled with 2GC two-barrel units on a typical day In August 1964.
Welcome!
Pontiac2 CommentsWelcome to the first blog entry for PontiacV8.com. I have been asked, “Why did you decide to start PontiacV8.com?” Well, the simple answer is, I love the Pontiac hobby and enjoy promoting the history...