So I think its a pure creation, straight off the mind of some office guys in Detroit whose deadline was coming dangerously close, looked into the Pontiac toolbox, found Grand and Ville and glued them together and voil! 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville - Wheel & Tire Sizes, PCD, Offset and Rims specs | Wheel-Size.com Wheel- Size.com The world's largest wheel fitment database. buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. Her Chevrolet, Buick, and Oldsmobile cousins all seemed to hog the limelight; she was somewhat like the middle-child, the one so vital and often overlooked. All the correct pieces are present, including the mirror-like bumpers, full-length side trim, and even the full-width grille that was a 1973-only feature. The 1972 is pretty handsome, Grand Prixesque? But for reasons probably best known to the GM product planners themselves, for 1971 the Bonneville was knocked down one notch to the middle of the full-sized line, replacing the 1967-70 Executive, which was now discontinued. Shining your headlights on these taillights causes the entire unit to shine right back at you. * GrandVille was one of Pontiac's shortest-lived models, lasting just five years in production before being cancelled. 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville - Convertible convertible 119,705 yellow automatic Webe autos specializes in marketing and advertising muscle, classic, vintage and specialty cars. The 1973-74s are my least favorite, the 1975 is sort of like a sporty Cadillac front end of the same vintage. [1], Grand Ville convertibles were rare, with production never exceeding 5,000 units per year during the model run. It was an experience she had not endured previously, although she knew the intent; this process just didnt get any easier, especially with age. Standstraight, shoulders back she said to herself, remembering what a previous owner had said to some long ago passengers. US $2.00 (approx C $2.72) United States: Ditto the rear end. McDonald went on to Chevrolet in 1972 just before the 1973 models came out, he was replaced by Martin J. Caserio who came to Pontiac from GMC Truck. Our Grand Ville came from Georgia in 2004. This is a comfortable cruiser that came loaded from the factory with features such as power seat, power windows, power locks, and provisions for air conditioning. Pontiac Model 401. Caserio did later relent and permit the SD to go into production later in the model year but only in the Firebirds, not the mid-sized cars. Maybe they were hinting at DeVille with what I consider the short nickname for a Grand Bonneville, GrandVille hence no space? There was an old guy here in Ga that passed away a few year ago that was buried in one of these (a two door hardtop I believe) because he love it so much. Ten minutes later we had it down to the fuel pump and had it on order. Your comment finally made me understand why the Pontiac convertible always stood out so much. $24,995 Dealership CC-1667178 1975 Pontiac Grand Ville Unfortunately, lip plugs were all the rage that year. By the way, I agree with a lot of your points on the grille, bumper and taillight details. And near me. Fun fact: Premium plus gas costs around $8 per gallon here so we perform respectful driving . There's even the window sticker so you can see all the key original components that are still on the car. For 1975, the Grand Ville became the Grand Ville Brougham and included more standard equipment than in previous years, such as power windows and a carpeted trunk. 3) , model year 1972, version for North America (up to September) 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible 455-4 V8 (aut. 67 000 miles, one repaint done after imported to Norway, in original color (either Limefire Green or Springfield Green, not sure how to find the name/number). The Grand Ville was the top of the line model offered by Pontiac during its Track recent comps for the classic or exotic cars you own - or the cars you want. Other C characteristics in 71 and 72 were a roof / greenhouse on the hardtops that seemed to have been pulled straight off the Electra, and two versions of the 455 were the only available engines. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. NOS 1973 Pontiac Catalina Grand Ville Bonneville front fender vertical support. (833) 200-6848. pontiac bonneville grand prix catalina fender splash panel extention. Search over 26 listings available on CarsDirect.com for a used Pontiac in Belle Vernon, PA. . It actually was a 73 Catalina. From our standpoint it was easier because it had been wrecked, we replaced the front section of the frame and all sheet metal from the windshield forward, he also changed the color from tan, to dark gold. For 1974 only, the Grand Ville had unique parking lights which wrapped around the corner of the front fender. I guess it would have mounted too high and looked awkward. Popular options included air conditioning, power windows and driver's seat, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, AM/FM stereo with tape deck and much more. Her gaze then turned to a smug grin, knowing how very few of the cars she was observing would make it to twenty years of age unscathed, let alone forty. Perhaps it was age induced, as some girls tend to have diminished physical charms after a point; she was hoping her new suitor would realize the true charm and beauty that only comes with age. Dark green. The Grand Ville socks the squad cars right off the road and just keeps going. Sorry for the thread jacking. 455 V8 Motor. C $19.03 + C $27.14 shipping. I think her name should be Blanche Dubois, always relying on the kindness of strangers, and carrying a faded grandeur where ever she goes! Nuff said. It was possibly supposed to mean Big City, but with city being a she in French, then Grand Ville should be Grande (NB. Pontiac Matiz ** Pontiac Model 302. (Art Fleming), That's why we know you're going to need to act fast to take this Pontiac home. It must be a reminder that he built his fortune on a GM dealership, though tellingly he got out of being a GM dealer in the 90s I think. 1,002 vehicles matched Now showing page 3 of 67. The Grand Ville used a 126 inch wheelbase these years, and shrank back to a Pontiac full size line wide 124 inch base in 1973 (except wagons at 127 inches). View cart for details. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1972 Pontiac Brochure Firebird Trans Am LeMans GTO Grand Prix, Ville Bonneville at the best online prices at eBay! God knows I wouldnt have much grammar on my mind if I could step into a time machine and walk into a GM showroom in 1973. I had a maroon one. As Miss Daisey once said, we couldnt keep it because we couldnt afford to feed it!. Classifieds for 1970 to 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville. 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is pleased to present this 1972 Pontiac Grandville. 73 was a return to fender skirts for the top Pontiac after a two year absence. This would be the final year for the Grand Ville series, which included Pontiac's last convertible until 1983. CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM LLC. The bad-guy driver is the one from Bullitt just with longer hair. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I did, for no good reason. Pontiac Model 6-28. *Even if you take into account the coincidence between the Pontiac model and the Gulfstream jetthe two demographics didnt coincide except possibly in Pontiacs wildest dreams. Im with you on the goofy name. Windshield Pillar Post Seals Rubber Weatherstrip Pair for Caprice Impala LeSabre. The trips to the Gulf Coast, New England in the fall, up Pikes Peak, and along the Natchez Trace Parkway. [1], The Grand Ville enjoyed moderate success from 1971 to 1973. Having them mounted on the tips also alerts other drivers when Im backing out of a parking space. First, the standard V8 was now a 400-CID version of the familiar Pontiac V8 rather than the big 455. As such, Grand Ville just looks like a typo :-). Write your message of sympathy today. Thanks, I never understood all the changing names around. The Pontiac Grand Ville was introduced for the 1971 model year. I cant remember the last time I saw a tri 5 Pontiac in a show or magazine which is a shame as they were a good looking car.I walk past the tri5 Chevys and the usual suspects at shows in search of more interesting cars. 1970-1976 Pontiac Canadian Parts Book Bonneville Catalina Executive Grand Ville. Classifieds for Classic Pontiac Grand Ville. $40.00 + $10.00 shipping. $100.00 lot . Great runner! I love the body lines, its sculpted shoulders, and the grille is especially interesting. distinction of longer- and shorter-wheelbase cars that had Bonnevilles and Star Chiefs/Executives on a longer wheelbase, with a longer trunk, relative to the Catalina and its variants (wagons excluded). Now you'll understand just how well this large coupe has been care for over the years. A few comments on the Pontiac vs. Buick looks. I always loved the odd combination of sport and elegance of the Pontiac Rally wheels with fender skirts. Separating the backup lights into the rear quarter extensions cleaned up the rear even further and I can tell you that having the backup lights there made them very helpful in seeing whats behind me when I back up at night. I always had a thing for these Grand Villes, I remember going to some friends of my parents house, they had one of these parked on the driveway on the side of the house, I dont recall seeing it when we go there, but I remember turning the corner and the motion sensor light kicked on suddenly illuminating this big burgundy over white Grand Ville convertible, it was of those images that just sticks in my head forever. I actually think the Grand Ville is one of the better looking 1971-76 GM big cars, I think I like it in sedan form best. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. - click the button below: Tire size: WHITE COLOR 5.5 M LONG No comment on the last full size convertible?? Its on the western side of the state, near Grand Rapids. On every one of the B bodies except Pontiac, the beltline finishes in a slow but increasing curvature upwards that comes to a sort of a point where it meets the c pillar of the convertible top. The Pontiac Grand Ville is a full-size car that was a sub-series trim package for the Pontiac Bonneville from 1971 to 1975, which had served as Pontiac's top-trim model since 1958 while remaining below the top level Pontiac Grand Prix. Fits all 1971 and 1972 full size Pontiacs including Bonneville, Catalina, Grand Ville, Grand Safari, and Canadian models. From 1971-76 I jump all around the B/C body divisions as to which has the best front or rear treatment in any given year. From its introduction in 1957, the Bonneville represented the top of the heap in Pontiac luxury and featuresthe flagship of the line. Regatta Blue, white convertible top, white interior, 1973 Pontiac Grandville Convertible . document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. maintained, and pampered; under 72 K documented original miles. Im not old enough to remember the first Grand Ville as an advertising slogan, but of course I remember The First Ever G6 as a campaign for a car that was way overhyped for what it deliveredas if we were all sitting around saying, you know, if we just had a G6*, everything would be perfect! My reaction was, Pontiac, just go ahead and call Enterprise and tell them you have a whole pile of them ready for their fleet.. Chenoweth Ford Inc, Clarksburg, WV(66mi), Spitzer Ford Dubois, LLC, Du Bois, PA(88mi), Ted's Auto Sales, Inc., Louisville, OH(89mi), Serpentini Chevrolet Orrville, Orrville, OH(113mi), Nick Abraham Auto Mall, Elyria, OH(144mi), Wm. Pic is not one of my cars but shows the look well. Paint is a 7 plus out of 10 and shines really nice. Just another one that got away still wonder if it really did live up to the description. The Pontiac Grandville was the top-trim model in Pontiacs full-sized line from 1971 to 1975. Thomas Klockau There is a Grandville, Michigan. Regardless, it's always a great to see it under the hood, because it has the kind of power to make allows this Grand Ville to live up to its effortless cruiser image. Used Pontiac Solstice in Belle Vernon, PA, Used Pontiac Grand Am in Belle Vernon, PA, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Just like a true driver's Pontiac, the wrap-around gauge cluster puts all the controls within easy reach, and the instruments are amazingly well preserved. Click on this listing to see what services they provide. Ive seen several of these early-mid 70s Grand Ville ragtops locally over the years which is amazing, considering this is Minnesota. First, you had cars with great race names Trans Am, Grand Am, Can Am, Grand Prix and even Bonneville (because of the salt flats). Call today!! The others are still relatively easy to find a 72 Olds convertible last week and a 75 Buick convertible yesterday. I dont know the name, but read a story about how he killed SD455 at last minute, except for Firebirds. 1949-1954 Ford Car PAIR front wheel grease retainers A9A-1190-A (#125717374855). I didnt like it much then but like it a lot better now. Exterior Color: White Budget Car Mart 2, Akron, OH (105mi) 234-226-7400. $19,995 or BEST REASONABLE OFFER. Maybe there are two guys buried in one of these!! (first posted 8/27/2013) She sat staring at the lightly traveled highway, looking rather lonely on a warm, overcast summer day. Because we make it easy for you to get more money in your pocket. shows dramatically. The Family suggests memorial contributions be made in memory of Ronald Lee Petrosky to St. Jude's Hospital or in the form of a donation to the Perry Girl's Softball League. Now, with the 70s on a lurch, and the actual performance cars evolving down to smaller bodies lets completely kill off any performance aspirations or image for the big car and turn it into a big, soft, ponderous barge for fat guys in polyester pants, with all the taste of a burned tongue. But never a Pontiac. 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville Pricing Original MSRP N/a Price range N/a Average price on CG $0 YoY price change N/a Date Sep 22 Oct 22 Nov 22 Dec 22 Jan 23 Feb 23 Price (US $) $28,500 $29,000 $29,500 $30,000 $30,500 $31,000 1974 Pontiac Grand Ville 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Index Price Las mejores ofertas para Interruptor de encendido para 1971-1975 Pontiac Grandville SMP 69312JB 1972 1973 1974 estn en eBay Compara precios y caractersticas de productos nuevos y usados Muchos artculos con envo gratis! Prices may not include additional fees such as government fees and taxes, title and registration fees, finance charges, dealer document preparation fees, and emission testing. Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is pleased to present this 1972 Pontiac Grandville. And onto that you glue the great sport side mirrors (the passenger side was an option!). WHITE COLOR 5.5 M LONG Email: [email protected] Address: 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85260 . 3) specs. The film makers actually licensed that from a cargo carrier, I always liked BoB Newharts Grace L. Ferguson Airline and Storm Door Company. as is! Really? Clean title 56K o, Now in the MaxMotive Showroom is this award-winning 1975 Pontiac GrandVille Brougham Convertible wit, 1973 PONTIAC GRAND VILLE THIS IS A WONDERFUL CAR AND LOOKS STUNNING LOW MILES STILL LOOKS NEW 455 EN, PONTIAC GRAND VILLE 1971 CONVERTIBLE ENGINE V8, 6.6 L 330 HP This is a very nicely done CC. We offer professional photography, hd movies, and staging that. Pontiac's legendary 455 cubic-inch V8 has such an authentic appearance in the engine bay that we wouldn't be surprised if it was the original motor. Simple and elegant. The 1963 was the Belle of the Ball. Good job and well written from a different perspective, Jason. One of the rarest options available on Grand Villes and other full-sized Pontiacs during this period was the adjustable brake and accelerator pedals offered from 1974 to 1976. Your email address will not be published. $14,995. The Who What or Where Game (Art James) and Three On A Match (Bill Cullen). Most famous owner of a Grand Ville was Jimmy Hoffa, right when he disappeared. Learn how your comment data is processed. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, NEW Air Conditioning NEW Black Interior NEW White TOP. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, 1971-1976 PONTIAC GRANDVILLE BONNEVILLE 4dr SEDAN UPPER B PILLAR COVERS, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, about earning points with eBay Mastercard, Report this item - opens in new window or tab. For this era the Buick is my favorite by far, the Chevy tolerable but for that distant 3rd and 4th place slot it is a bit of a toss up between the Olds and the Pontiac, though Id probably choose the Pontiac in this case. Aka, broughamize it!!!!!!!! And, while were at it, take the vaunted Bonneville name and move it into second place, replacing it with a clone of Oldsmobile or Buick. Nice and thats from someone who isnt a full size fan (though this site is doing its best to convert me).Could the battering ram bumpers be changed for early ones or is it a legal and mechanical no go area?Who needs a Caddy when you could have had a Pontiac and a few bucks change? We are sad to announce that on February 21, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Ronald Lee Petrosky of Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania. She had seen some over the years that looked like her, but nothing with a soft top. $16,500 Dealership CC-1681713 1974 Pontiac Grand Ville This big, beautiful 1974 Pontiac Grand Ville convertible is one of the best ways to be distinctive, . One thing to keep in mind is that this Pontiac is the top of the line model while the Centruion was the middle model since GM didnt see fit to tool up for a C-body convertible. It was with restrained amusement she greeted the camera wielding gentleman. Onec we got the fuel pump up and into place and some fresh gas in his gut the old boy fired right up. Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. It wasnt all that far a slide from Grand Ville to G3. I dont know why the front bumper on this Pontiac looks so damn huge. $17,500 Private Seller CC-1102602 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville PONTIAC GRAND VILLE 1971 CONVERTIBLE ENGINE V8, 6.6 L 330 HP WHITE COLOR 5.5 M LONG Call Lucas: 7 . With the Grand Ville, the slide had started and Pontiac was just going to become yet another clone of something else in the GM lineup. While always constrained by the corporate bodies, up until this point Pontiac had managed to (very successfully and well) fake that they were building a different car from the rest of the GM. Teddy Chappaquiddick Kennedy had a 73-74 red Grand Ville ragtop too. And during the summer of 1973, each of the 3 networks had game shows on their daytime schedules most giving away lowly Chevy Vegas as new-car prizes. I used to drive it to work in NJ from NYC. Next, the name was altered slightly from Grand Ville to Grand Ville Brougham (there was no non-Brougham Grand Ville). manufactured by Pontiac in United States ; 2-door convertible body type; RWD (rear- wheel drive), automatic 3-speed gearbox; He liked it well enough to restore it but wanted a 71 front end. Good condition. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix . These factors sharply cut into full-sized car sales in 1974 as buyers moved towards smaller cars. Find Pontiac Grand Ville Classic Cars for Sale on Oodle Classifieds. MY 1975 would prove to be the last for the Grand Ville name, as the Bonneville regained its flagship role at Pontiac. Well done. The 1975 Pontiacs debuted on September 27, 1974, and in all 523,469 Pontiacs were built for the calendar year. For 1976 there would be two Bonnevilles: Bonneville and Bonneville Brougham. Trunk Side Panel Board for 1975 Pontiac Grandville 2 Door Convertible Black 4pc. The trips to the Gulf Coast, New England in the fall, up Pike's Peak, and along the Natchez Trace Parkway. So, youve got a fast Pontiac front tied to a frumpy Cadillac bustle. The 1975 model was the most plentiful with just over 4,500 cars built, as being the final year of production increased demand. Love it! This is backed up by the three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and front disc brakes for the ultimate easy driving classic. Turbohydramatic Transmission. Just goes to show, I saw that! There was always a GrandVille convertible in the row. As he drove away, one could sense a radiance reinvigorated from where it had been only a half-hour before. 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is pleased to present this 1972 Pontiac Grandville. That being said, if only GM made it at 3/4 scale with more sophisticated body and chassis. Lets see, we just spent the last fifteen years turning Pontiac from a barely noticeable old mans car into GMs performance division. The P, PONTIAC GRAND VILLE 1971 CONVERTIBLE ENGINE V8, 6.6 L 330 HP The Grand Ville was offered as a four door sedan, two door convertible, and two door coupe, and was fitted with a V8 engine, of either 6.6L or 7.5L displacement. L. Aurandt Auto Sales, Johnstown, PA(49mi), Great Lakes Honda West, Elyria, OH(148mi), Don Sitts Auto Sales, Cuyahoga Falls, OH(110mi), Chevrolet of Wooster, Wooster, OH(121mi). $19,000 (OBO) 1-2 Search Tools Refine Search? 1975 Pontiac Grandville Brougham Convertible. Inner beauty is the marathon runner to the sprint that is exterior beauty. Its not a surprise that they quietly killed the name after 1975 and repositioned Bonneville back at the top (a rather rare move of a name going back up a line). Your email address will not be published. All such blandness in blobbish packages, with few possessing any scintilla of personality. The Pontiac Grand Ville is a full-size car that was a sub-series trim package for the Pontiac Bonneville from 1971 to 1975, which had served as Pontiac's top-trim model since 1958 while remaining below the top level Pontiac Grand Prix. ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. (Good thing for him.) Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Cars sure do have their own personality, and I think you captured this ones perfectly. (282 miles away) 1. All pieces shown included. . 1973 PONTIAC GRAND VILLE CONVERTIBLE Asking price: $10,500 Seller description: "Automatic; 455 V-8; power steering; air conditioning; power windows; excellent interior and floor structure; new tires and shocks; PA inspection; 65,000 original miles." Why buy? Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Much like the virgin bride presenting herself to her husband on their wedding night, she had nothing to hide and lots of love to give. After I posted, I wondered if it wasnt Tom Kennedy instead of Wink Martindale, but I would never have guessed the shows name. Pretender to the Throne: 1971-75 Pontiac Grand Ville. Riverhead, NY 5 years at carsforsale.com 3 1972 Pontiac Grand Ville - Long Island, NY convertible I agree to receive emails from CarsDirect. I recall also that the car was introduced with what became a stupid Pontiac advertising tradition: The first Grand Ville (more recently seen as The first G6, etc.). Refresh your browser window to try again. Luckily the high tech industry didnt share that conviction, otherwise we will still be using, umm, PC Jr. What you see above is actually Iteration #5; one of the first ones was called If It Aint Baroque, Dont Fix It. Sitting in the grass, facing the highway, she was experiencing a definite worry she had not really experienced before. Pontiac Laurentian. I had always wanted a 4 door hardtop and a car with skirts. We live in Fredrikstaf, Southeastern Norway, close to the Sweden border.The vintage petrol station is located in Ed, Sweden (Dalsland area). I had forgotten about it completely until I saw this car. A lot depends on the exact car in question though as different mfgs dealt with it slightly differently. As he was digitally devouring every square inch of her body, she realized something good could come of this. A very rare option for 1974 was adjustable pedals. An opportunity came up in my college years to get a really clean and low miles 72 Grand Ville 4 door hardtop. The name came from a combination of two cars attractions being hinted at in attendence here; The Grand from elegance of the Grand Prix with sporting Nature, -Ville, it was above and beyond the Bnneville upon which it was based. A nice old Pontiac! The Grand Ville convertible had the lowest production amongst its corporate cousins, the Oldsmobile 88 Royale, Buick Centurion and the Chevrolet Caprice Classic convertible lines. The Pontiacs beltline was simply made for a convertible. Im not sure if its the Buick grille or other front treatment but somehow the Buick designers managed to lessen the impact of those 5mph bumpers much better than the Pontiac designers. Apparently the Grand Ville convertible in 71 and 72 was about as close to a post 70 C body convertible as GM would ever come. thanks i really loved that car!! Pontiac Model 6-27. under 6.300. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance.