[{"id": 6237877, "authorName": "58Charcoal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/58charcoal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another stunning example of Pontiac design at the peak of the fin era!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621352828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237903, "authorName": "Dab3yC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dab3yc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this is a slick looking car. love the color, the fins, the grille... GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621353123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237917, "authorName": "ant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A nice 'upgrade' would be some 15 inch Buick or Cadillac steel wheels. They work well because those brands also used the 5x5 bolt pattern but are an inch larger in diameter than stock. They're only 15s but they fill the wheelwell nicely with the right tire selection. 58 Buick wheelcovers would be my suggestion on those.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621353372, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237968, "authorName": "Spider_Mike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spider_mike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So you're shy and unassuming. You're fed up with lockdowns for the past 15 months. You want to break out, breathe fresh air, feel the wind in your hair, get noticed, attract attention ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,this beauty is for YOU.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621354337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237997, "authorName": "Viper1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/viper1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have the coupe version of this car. Pontiac design has always topped the list of great style in my opinion.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621354450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238036, "authorName": "OutOfMyElement", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/outofmyelement/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why oh why, BaT, do you cause me to fall in love, one car after another! I can't have them all. It is so cruel! \r\n\r\nI remember these when they were new and they are just as stunning now. GLWTA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621354987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238057, "authorName": "jazzbum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jazzbum/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beauty. Fifties convertible floppiness (and x-frame) notwithstanding, these wide track cars handled extremely well for their day. Ever try sourcing a tri-power manifold for an early 389? You're dollars ahead buying the whole car in some cases. This one, though, phew \u2013 Four fins, three carbs, no roof, and seating for fifteen when you include the trunk \u2013 what more could a red-blooded American ever need?", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1621355233, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238082, "authorName": "kristoffer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kristoffer/", "bidAmount": 7400, "content": "$7,400 bid placed by kristoffer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621355562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6238086, "authorName": "Dazed_and_Amused", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dazed_and_amused/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sprinkled with all of the bling they could bring in 1959. \n\nKeystone Klassic chrome wheels with spinners and wide whites. Amethyst with a white top and a three tone interior. Inspired choices. \n\nThe ghost of Harley Earl is smiling down on this one.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621355677, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238100, "authorName": "JB455", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jb455/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Complete with a \u201868-69 LeMans side marker light cut into the trunk lid!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621355822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238103, "authorName": "Acceleratii_Incredibus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acceleratii_incredibus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Four speed automatic? Which transmission is this?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621355871, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238128, "authorName": "JB455", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jb455/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The four speed Hyrdamatic would have been available in this car new.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621356202, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238219, "authorName": "BobDMac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobdmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The '59 Pontiacs made me feel like the future had arrived. My grandfather worked for the Saturday Evening Post, and he would get copies of the magazine two weeks in advance. In July or August of 1958, he brought home a copy that had GM ads teasing the '59 Pontiac design, with close-up photographs of the split grille and the triple tail lights of the Bonneville surrounded by a band of chrome trim. They challenged readers to guess the car.\r\n\r\nThis was the same year that produced the long,sweeping sides of the Buick and Oldsmobile, as well as the cat-eye taillights and fins of the Chevrolet, and, of course, the iconic Cadillac rear end treatment---all stark departures from their 1958 versions. I remember being so pleased with my 12-year-old self that I was able to identify the Pontiac well before its public unveiling..", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621357421, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238246, "authorName": "diktheduk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diktheduk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Being from Illinois, fiberglass rust repairs are always scary.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621357681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238325, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd be very tempted to bore little holes in each of those stars flanking the rear haunches so I could add twinkling LEDs.\n\nI wonder what color it started life as since the Amethyst doesn't seem very likely with the light blue interior?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621358804, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239104, "authorName": "4spdBernie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4spdbernie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic, I recommend you position the air cleaner housing correctly so the heater hose isn't kinked off. Great color! GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621363960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239190, "authorName": "4spdBernie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4spdbernie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac: although it looks blue, the interior is gray, commonly paired with Royal Amethyst exterior. If @ssclassic will post a pic of the cowl tag we can see if the body and top colors are original to the car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621364380, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239259, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a car, where do you start, what a kool listing. Looks like the old Keystones mags wearing the Pontiac spinners. Looks like my '59 Impala seat insert material on the front seat. An interesting follow, Pontiacs are flying off the BaT Used Car lot.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621364656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239440, "authorName": "Swingandamiss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swingandamiss/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by Swingandamiss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621365462, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6239406, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello all, sorry not to introduce myself earlier, I just got back to town, which is where this car is located. I have quite a few Pontiac\u2019s in the collection and was vacillating about selling this one, but here it is. Not my first experience selling on BAT and I\u2019m available for all questions, hopefully with answers. When I purchased the car the paint was acceptable, but not by my standards, so I had it stripped and repainted in its factory color Royal Amethyst. The data plate was lost during the repainting, which more than pissed me off, but it is my belief that this is a factory Royal Amethyst car. 4SpeedBernie, you are correct and I will have the air cleaner positioning rectified. Good luck and I\u2019m ready for the questions and comments, it\u2019s been a learning experience during the auction process. Also it is a four speed hydramatic transmission.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1621365627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239492, "authorName": "4spdBernie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4spdbernie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Original Tri-Power car, @ssclassic? Bidders will want to know. The engine code is stamped on the front of the block, passenger side just below the head. I see the original Tri-Power vacuum controlled linkage setup has been swapped for full mechanical, great for mid & upper RPM performance. Very cool Catalina and GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621365712, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239543, "authorName": "bonnevillejoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bonnevillejoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@4speedbernie: That air cleaner is not a 59 tri-power air cleaner. It is a 64/65 year model. The correct air cleaner has the snorkels positioned at 11 o'clock and 1 o'clock. 59 is actually a one year only air cleaner. It should have a small tee on the driver side of the base. That was to accommodate air ride suspension. All 59 tri-power air cleaners had this but I have never seen a 59 Pontiac with air suspension. That is the only difference between a 59 and a 60 through 63.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1621365944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239570, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I checked the number which is stamped #53200MM. 2/4Bolt. If you have any recommendations in verification my guys will check and if need be, get it on the lift.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621366176, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239655, "authorName": "msmiranda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msmiranda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic\r\nThat's a gorgeous color. I'd be pissed too that they lost the data plate. How could that even happen? It may be possible to source a reproduction but... authenticity.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621366543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239622, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "bonnevillejoe, I have a 65 Catalina Convertible, with a factory 389 Tri Power engine and factory air cleaner. I will check to see if that\u2019s the case on this particular car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621366563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239705, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "msmiranda, I thought about doing that, but decided I\u2019d rather have nothing at all, than a reproduction. This car was Royal Amethyst, when I purchased it and checked the color code when the plate was in place.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621366828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239796, "authorName": "msmiranda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msmiranda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such a beautiful example of Mid-Century Modern automotive design. The wheels really go well with the car. I might add chrome exhaust tips but otherwise it's almost perfect.\n\nThis would really draw a crowd at a Cars & Coffee.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621367414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239906, "authorName": "bonnevillejoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bonnevillejoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic: I see that the car has power windows. There are only two power window switches on the drivers door. I assume you can't operate the rear windows from the driver seat.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621367923, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239937, "authorName": "msmiranda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msmiranda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Picture #89 shows four switches @bonnevillejoe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621368032, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6240014, "authorName": "bonnevillejoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bonnevillejoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@msmiranda: I see what you are talking about. I'm puzzled. My 59 Bonneville convertible has power windows and the 4 switches are located on the door panel. I'm assuming that the two switches on the door panel of this car are power vent windows. Those are extremely rare.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621368378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6240215, "authorName": "4spdBernie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4spdbernie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bonnevillejoe, thanks for the correction. I didn't look at all the under hood pics, you are absolutely right, wrong air cleaner housing for this car, the only position is with the heater hose kinked off.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621369359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6240546, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So to clarify, this is a high optioned car:\nPOWER STEERING \nPOWER BRAKES\nPOWER WINDOWS \nPOWER VENT WINDOWS \nPOWER SIX WAY SEATS \nAUTRONIC EYE HEADLIGHT DIMMER \nTHE CAR RIDES ON VINTAGE KEYSTONE MAG WHEELS WITH PONTIAC EMBLEM ON SPINNER AND UPGRADED SOUND SYSTEM, NEW WHITE CONVERTIBLE TOP AND CUSTOM BOOT COVER.\nI\u2019m checking on the air cleaner question shortly. Also the listing refers to a after market gauge, which it doesn\u2019t have. All the gauges are in the instrument panel as shown in the photos.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621371496, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241034, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bonnevillejoe, you are absolutely correct, I have included the photos of my 65 Catalina Tri power air cleaner and the are the same.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621373370, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241139, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the early 60s they had a fabulous color palette throughout all the top three. Even Rambler was stretching out with color and Studebaker was there among them. This is what we called \"Dentyne Pink\" as it almost matched wet Dentyne gum. Ford used a similar color in 63 and another variation on Chevrolet in 65. I really wish Audi and MB would do more color than black, silver and gray-dull!!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621373884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241295, "authorName": "Chebby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chebby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My all-time favorite car color is GM's 1965-only \"Evening Orchid\" for Chevrolet which was called \"Iris Mist\" on Pontiacs. I am now wondering whether the same shade was actually available in different years under different names, such as this \"Royal Amethyst\". Back in 1990s New Jersey there was a '65 Bonneville convertible in this color with a 3-speed floor shift I lusted after. This one blows it away in flamboyance! I am so so so SO envious of whoever is gong to cast the winning bid on this car. GLWTA @ssclassic!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621374632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241448, "authorName": "msmiranda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msmiranda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Headers and larger diameter exhaust in the stock routing might be a nice upgrade. With chrome tips, of course.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621375612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241664, "authorName": "Dave_W", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave_w/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this car is just begging to be made into a lowrider.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621377861, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241888, "authorName": "CBT3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbt3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The GM design department in the late 50's had a motto: Nothing exceeds like excess.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621381386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241982, "authorName": "4spdBernie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4spdbernie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Chebby, speaking of Chevrolet, it looks like this Catalina is wearing '59 Impala upholstery.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621383091, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241991, "authorName": "JB455", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jb455/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CBT3, The '59 Pontiacs were downright subdued compared to Cadillac or even Buick and Olds.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621383328, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242350, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow what a gorgeous car. In 1959, Imagine having to compete for customers with the likes of Chrysler, Ford/Lincoln Chevy, Cadillac plus the other GM brands. Not to mention European cars of the day. You really had to work hard to distinguish your car. Well this Pontiac Catalina succeeded. May not be worth as much as a 59 Caddy convertible but this Catalina is definitely a head turner and you probably won\u2019t see another one at the local cars and coffee. Even better it is most certainly a driver and not a show car. Wish I could take this home with me. \r\n\r\nWith the exception of a few cars today, almost none have any style. They mostly look like homogeneous bathtubs or shoe boxes. Can\u2019t tell one brand from another. I wish today\u2019s car companies could break the mold and build some beautiful cars like this Pontiac. GLWS.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621388826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242391, "authorName": "grdstudios", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grdstudios/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First year of the Pontiac Wide Track, \"Bunkie\" Knudsen and John DeLorean were brought in to wake up the brand.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621389430, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242826, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Too bad about the Impala upholstery. 1959 Pontiac upholstery is fantastic.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621402352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242936, "authorName": "virtualdent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/virtualdent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm looking for a non convertible 59 Pontiac", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621416422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243133, "authorName": "50caddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/50caddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The stars on the sides were only factory installed on Star Chiefs. \r\nPower windows options were available for the two front windows only or for all four front and rear windows. Vent windows were all crank-operated.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621427850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243234, "authorName": "Jaguarman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaguarman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the color of this car, and love the interior. But just not together on the same car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621429224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243364, "authorName": "JTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In what way do powered windows differ from power windows?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621431138, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243419, "authorName": "FirebirdHank", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/firebirdhank/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So what color interior would this car have come with from the factory? Pontiacs of this period had such striking seat colors especially in the Bonneville and Venturas.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621431814, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243844, "authorName": "td67gp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td67gp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm guessing a lot of the accessories were not added at the factory. As the owner of a 60s Pontiac that has a lot of the same, I would encourage any buyer to look very carefully at the electrical system and how it was done. It's a miracle mine didn't burst into flames, and I am now rewiring the entire car", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621437465, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6244064, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by RemingtonSR71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621440439, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6244143, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was wondering if folks here who are knowledgeable about this car (I am not) know if there are any disc brake conversion kits that might work here? I know there's lots of swapability between GM products so was hoping it might be possible to upgrade brakes and maybe suspension? Any thoughts would be appreciated!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621441239, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6244747, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All the options on this car were factory installed, with the exception of the additional sound system. Also there were a few comments regarding the interior being a 58 Impala. I\u2019ve owned a 58 Impala convertible and I assure it is not. The interior in this car was someone\u2019s vision and I doubt you\u2019ll see another like it. The factory interior on a 59 Catalina was quite ordinary and I believe this is a definite improvement.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621447316, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6245228, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RemingtonSR71, I believe there are disc brake and suspension conversion equipment available for most vehicles, I would google it, I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll find several options.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621449682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6246221, "authorName": "pjarhead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pjarhead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Need some outdoor shots of the vehicle with the top down, the stance on this car is amazing, and I hope the driving video yet to be posted will be top down as well....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621454347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6247491, "authorName": "Cameron1704", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cameron1704/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pontiacs are known for their excellent brakes,I have a 1960 Catalina with big ole 11-inch drums they'll put you to the windshield, just don't hold up under long severe breaking.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621459615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6248323, "authorName": "arcturus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arcturus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous car, really attractive color. I had a '59 but I bought it because I needed transportation and my friend sold it to me for a few hundred bucks. Of course the condition was rather lacking in many regards - not a gem like this one. Ended up really liking it though. It's a big car, great for cruising with the top down.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621470292, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6248375, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As soon as weather permits, I\u2019ll have the outdoor photos with the top down and a driving video.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621471139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6248448, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of honest pics. Definitely a driver, wish it was nicer though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621472452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6248718, "authorName": "Pontiacs4evr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pontiacs4evr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sweet! A real jewel! 2doors4evr.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621477145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6249259, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfect for cars & coffee meets. Probably be only one there. Interesting car. Looks like it still has the original riveted ball joints after 60+ years! As mentioned previously, stars on side not original to Catalina. Finding exterior trim parts, bumpers, etc, is getting harder and harder. Would look better with 8-lug wheels (or factory wheel covers) and thin whitewalls. A \u201859 Catalina was my first car. Still one on my favorite designs. And I always liked the shorter Catalina vs the Bonneville. Great back story on how \u201859 GM body style changes happened after one-year-only \u201858\u2019s. Too long to tell here. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621512257, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6249809, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by AZconvertables", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621520171, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6251688, "authorName": "Elon_musk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elon_musk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m not the only one getting wet pants looking at these photos.... right ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621536878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6251832, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "td67gp, I\u2019m guessing that you have a 67 Pontiac GP. I too have 67 GP convertible in my collection and they are quite a departure from the earlier Pontiac\u2019s. I will repeat, all the options on this car are factory installed, so please refrain from commenting otherwise, or here\u2019s a novel idea for you BID on something!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621537750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6251967, "authorName": "Harley_Earl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/harley_earl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Elon_musk; Just don't check your spark plug wires while leaning against the front fender in the condition you are in.\r\n\r\nThis is a beautiful machine from an era where GM valued style and girth over cost accounting. GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621538501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6252114, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, I want a convertible bad. I like the styling of this car but what\u2019s going on in pics 123, 139, & 171. Very amateurish paint job. It\u2019s unfortunate.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621539369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6252378, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car was professionally repainted and not by a amateur, if you have a specific question, please ask.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621540860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6253484, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m not a thin skinned guy and don\u2019t overreact to honest criticism. I\u2019m a definite car guy. I\u2019ve owned a lot of cars . The one thing I\u2019ve learned is buy what you like. This car, warts and all is, in my opinion, a very rare and wonderful driver, which is why I bought it. I thought about doing a full restoration, but decided not to and concentrate on two other vehicles I own. I don\u2019t mind criticism and certainly appreciate comments that I learn from. I am going to make this statement to all, this is a honest car and a head turner that works. I doubt if you\u2019ll see another 59 Catalina Tri Power convertible pulling up along side you or at another venue. Please ask me any questions and provide me with any constructive information. I appreciate your interest and I\u2019m available to answer all your questions with what knowledge I have to offer.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621546030, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6253988, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ok, the prep seems amateurish based off what I\u2019m seeing in the pics. What\u2019s going on in pics 123, 139, & 171. Was all the trim and rubber molding prior to paint? Was it sanded down to metal? How was the car painted? 2 stage?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621548432, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6254328, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjdoom, obviously I oversaw the repainting process. I had my guys strip the car of all trim and bumpers. I didn\u2019t remove any rubber or weatherstripping. What you see in the photos, are a combination of overspray from my repaint, the original factory paint and the the first repainting of the car. I know the door joints aren\u2019t pretty, but if you look closely, there isn\u2019t any other paint color present. Could it have been done better, perhaps, but other than those photos, the cars paint is good and looks better in person. If you are truly interested, I encourage you to come and see the car, I\u2019m confident, you\u2019ll want to own the car!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621551990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6254989, "authorName": "mikebutts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikebutts/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by mikebutts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621564912, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6255276, "authorName": "incog99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/incog99/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My parents bought me one of these in high school for 700 dollars! Mine was white with a red and white interior. It was a real cruiser and the back seat was great for the ladies, huge! It was a real cruiser and reliable too. I don't think mine had the stars on the side and the wheels were nice hubcaps. I remember when we sold her. I was thinking we were making a mistake.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621573692, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6259979, "authorName": "Bmacgt40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmacgt40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. Nitpickers be damn!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621637179, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6260514, "authorName": "lowerhaightzach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lowerhaightzach/", "bidAmount": 10750, "content": "$10,750 bid placed by lowerhaightzach", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621647866, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6260591, "authorName": "SirBradford", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirbradford/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh, man, the color, those wheels; it's spectacular. We had a white '59 four-door up until the mid-60s, but it never impressed me as much as this.\n\nSimply GORGEOUS & STUNNING!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621649689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6261212, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic , you still didn\u2019t answer my previous question. What\u2019s going on in pics 123, 139 and 171. Are those fiberglass rust repairs? Was it any metal work or bondo work?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621689816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6261257, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjdoom, I did respond to you directly on the 20th. If you scroll down you\u2019ll see my post. As to the bondo question, this is a 62 year old car, can I categorically guarantee there was nothing done like that on the car, during that time, no I can\u2019t. I will say, no rust was found and no bondo or fiberglass repair was made, during the repainting process that I had preformed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621690676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6261420, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic, in pic 171, is that just overspray over undercoating? Is it the same on the driver side? In pic 123, on the passenger door above the top rubber trim, is that all metal? It looks like some kind of bondo/fiberglass repair that\u2019s been painted over, compared to driver side in pic 124. Pic 143, look at floor by the inner door jam, is that just a poor metal repair? Pic 139, that should be all smooth metal work in the upper door jam. Clearly it\u2019s not. Once again what is that? Can please be specific in your answers. Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621693959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6261491, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Guys & Girls: this is a nice 60 year old driver, not a Pebble Beach show car! And isn\u2019t being presented as one. A great example of late 50\u2019s-early \u201860\u2019s styling. It\u2019s not $100k+ restoration. Probably nicer to look at in a collection than drive. Pics show what it is. Don\u2019t understand killing seller here. If you want it, bid what it\u2019s worth to you. If not, buy another car. \r\nThere were several on line a few years ago asking close to six figures. If you know GM history, \u201859 was a huge direction change for GM. \u201859 Pontiacs are one of the best examples from that era. I hope this one will find a nice home. Not many left.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621695571, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6261766, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjdoom, in all due respect, I truly don\u2019t think I can satisfy your questions with answers I don\u2019t have. If you\u2019re interested, then bid, if not thanks for your comments and I hope you find the car that qualifies with all that you require, or come and inspect the car personally, you are always welcome anytime.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621700400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6262567, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So, I\u2019ve had the pleasure of talking to a few of you guys and the consensus was if the car is as nice as I described, why did I allow some of the photos that appears less flattering than the reality of the condition of the car. The answer is, I was not in town when the photographer did the shoot. When I finally had the opportunity to review the photos, I had the choice of rescheduling another session or just list it. I now think I probably should have reshot the photos. This car is a fabulous driver, in good condition with no rust issues, has some needs, but not substantial and certainly can be kept and enjoyed the way it is. I doubt you will find a 59 Pontiac Catalina Convertible, with all the options and Tri-Power available out there. I make no excuses and wrestled with making this post, but I thought it should be said. If anyone wants additional information or wants to talk to me, I\u2019m available.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621709662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6263213, "authorName": "Stevieboy2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevieboy2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good response to MJDoom. Doesn\u2019t bid, just criticizes and berates the car.\r\n\r\nToo many guys like this on BAT. This is a gorgeous vehicle. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621718281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6263315, "authorName": "650driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/650driver/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by 650driver", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621721055, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6263801, "authorName": "Bmacgt40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmacgt40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic As a actual bidder & buyer of vehicles on BAT I feel more confident buying from a seller like yourself, (honest photos & descriptions) then a seller with all flattering photos.\r\n I don\u2019t understand people like mjdooms, derogatory statements made about a vehicle they probably have no intention of bidding on. I applaud your calm responses (there\u2019s no way I could handle it as you did) & wish you the best with this auction. I\u2019ll be watching.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621735119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6263936, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, hold it now. Lets not be sensitive, @Bmacgt40 and @Stevieboy2. Nothing I stated nor the questions I asked was derogatory or berating. I specifically joined BaT to bid on this car. I understand this is not a Pebble Beach car and is not presented as one as @Carguy48 stated. But I do have the right to ask specific questions about the condition of the car based on the pics provided. Things that wasn't mention in the the car's description. And questions that @ssclassic still won't answer. Who wants undisclosed issues? All my questions were specific and within reason. \r\n\r\nOnce again @ssclassic in pic 171 is the that just painted over undercoating under the rear passenger quarter panel?\r\n\r\nIn pic 123 is there not a clear issue on the upper door closer to door jam? Especially compared to the driver's door in pic 124. In pic 123 some kind of repair has taken place, it didn't come like that from the factory like that. Was it like that when you purchase the car?\r\n\r\nThese are questions I think any smart buyer would asked.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621739922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264013, "authorName": "Bmacgt40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmacgt40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjdoom amateurish paint job & prep work, not derogatory, guess I\u2019m missing something. Have a great day.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621743037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264033, "authorName": "mjdoom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjdoom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bmacgt40, the pics speaks for themselves. Why paint over bad repairs and just not fix the bad repairs. Amateurish. *shrugs*", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621743886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264067, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a video available, unable to post, but if anyone is interested, please send your email information and I\u2019ll send the link.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621746029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264307, "authorName": "chucklikesit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chucklikesit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a great RARE CAR...................Only seen a few of these none with TRI POWER..................Good luck with auction...................", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621774014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264311, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller: curious if the motor is original to car (understanding it\u2019s 60 years old and you\u2019re not the original owner). I\u2019ve never had a 389 with the upper radiator hose gooseneck like this one, although I was able to find some pictures on line of motors with this setup. Can you give us a little more info on motor and trans condition? Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621774210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6264945, "authorName": "bonnevillejoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bonnevillejoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@50caddy: Ordinarily I would agree with what you said about the power windows and power vent windows. They did offer power windows only in the front or all four windows. However, in the nineties I looked at a 59 Bonneville convertible that also had power vent windows. It looked to be factory installed. The owner who had restored several 59 Bonnevilles said that they were correct and offered in 59 only. I was never able to confirm that but they are not listed in the 59 dealer album.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621788839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6265333, "authorName": "50caddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/50caddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I stand corrected, Bonnevillejoe. My parents special-ordered a \u201860 and power vents were not an option. I never knew they could be had on the \u201859\u2019s!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621793255, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6265657, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Carguy48, I\u2019ll have a answer for you tomorrow, when my mechanic is in the shop. Also to all of you asking for a video, I just sent BAT a video to download and post.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621795818, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6266893, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by AZconvertables", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621804913, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6267028, "authorName": "bonnevillejoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bonnevillejoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carguy48: That is the correct water neck on the intake manifold. It has what is referred to as a lifting lug. The 60 tri power water neck has that also with a small right angle nipple just below it for a water line.. The casting number for the manifold is 532422. 59's and 60 intakes will interchange because they have the same bolt pattern heads.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621807773, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267055, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ssclassic, this may already have been asked and answered but I could not find it in the thread. \r\nI know you did the body work, what have you done to the car mechanically?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621808181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267130, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AZconvertables, my mechanic regularly, changed the fluids and serviced the brakes.\r\nThe car runs and stops as intended. We may have replaced a hose and perhaps belt over the years I\u2019ve owned the car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621810203, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267217, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bonnevillejoe: thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621813106, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267465, "authorName": "Dragger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dragger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I knew I remembered this car- just took my foggy mind a couple of days:\r\n\r\nhttps://i.pinimg.com/736x/4b/eb/3c/4beb3c021ac0ab2a16183cd992822b82--vintage-ads-vintage-advertisements.jpg", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621818521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267666, "authorName": "oldcarhound", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldcarhound/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "did you know that the interior pattern is from a 1959 chevy impala. seats, and door panels.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621824070, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267767, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have to admit, they are similar. The 1959 Chevrolet Impala, is a car I never had a passion for and I\u2019m truly not familiar with. But, if it hadn\u2019t been pointed out and if I hadn\u2019t researched myself, I\u2019d never would have guessed. @oldcarhound, thanks for the information, I was under the impression it was just somebody\u2019s fantasy. Mystery solved and I still think it looks great!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621827360, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267772, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I must admit, they are similar. The 1959 Chevrolet Impala, was a car I never had the passion for and not familiar with.. @oldcarhound, thanks for the information. I did some research and there it was and the same color and pattern. I was always under the impression the interior was someone\u2019s fantasy. So, mystery solved, but I still think it looks better in a 1959 Pontiac Catalina!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621827913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268136, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The reason you see my last post twice is, it was late at night and I didn\u2019t think the first one went through. But nevertheless I have a better understanding of the interior in my own car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621860901, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269132, "authorName": "Jeast32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeast32/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by Jeast32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621875873, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6269167, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621876352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269196, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice day here in southeast Wisconsin, so here are the photos of the car, with the top down and the new boot on. I also included some photos of the trim around the windshield I believe someone inquired about.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621876616, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269531, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A start-up and walk-around video has been added. Enjoy!\n\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621879376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269627, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 11750, "content": "$11,750 bid placed by AZconvertables", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621879839, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6269702, "authorName": "Jeast32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeast32/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by Jeast32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621880127, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6269922, "authorName": "Nathaniel1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nathaniel1234/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic ,\nCan you post photos of the rear frame-to-body mount on both sides? This tells me a great deal about car. I don\u2019t know exactly where (fore or aft of wheelwell) they are on a 59. The purpose is to see the quality of metal at that particular point of the frame and floor sheet metal.There is a rubber body mount between the \u201cear\u201d of the frame and the body floor. Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621881606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270360, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nathaniel 1234, I\u2019ve got another car on the lift, let me see if I can you the answer you\u2019re looking for.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621883461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270919, "authorName": "BadDog42", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baddog42/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by BadDog42", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621886492, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6270974, "authorName": "Fishrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishrick/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Fishrick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621886751, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271627, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by AZconvertables", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621889912, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6272401, "authorName": "stevejacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevejacob/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by stevejacob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621894903, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6272582, "authorName": "AZconvertables", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azconvertables/", "bidAmount": 15750, "content": "$15,750 bid placed by AZconvertables", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621898377, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6272643, "authorName": "Fishrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishrick/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Fishrick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621899380, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6273010, "authorName": "stevejacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevejacob/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by stevejacob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621905469, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6273663, "authorName": "dukemantee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dukemantee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the power vent windows original, or added? (the switches for those and the rear windows booth appear to be later style switches) I didn't know Pontiacs could have power vent windows. (perhaps someone retrofitted Cadillac power vent window regulators? but even in Cadillacs they are rare unless it's a brougham or eldo)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621938427, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6273793, "authorName": "Fishrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishrick/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by Fishrick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621945544, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6273905, "authorName": "DLotus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dlotus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking Pontiac! Rare example of modern wheels matching the body and paint well. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621947396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6273912, "authorName": "rcarrr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rcarrr/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by rcarrr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621947516, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6274047, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dukemantee, I purchased the car with all the options shown on the car. If you scroll down there\u2019s been some discussion on the subject and it\u2019s my understanding they were factory installed.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621949762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274143, "authorName": "Fishrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishrick/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by Fishrick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621951150, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6274179, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this the same color that was used on Cadillacs in that year?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621951812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274199, "authorName": "Sonnyboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sonnyboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful 59 Catalina..\r\nThe name Gene Winfield comes to mind when I look at it. Add air bags and your in like Flynn.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621952075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274247, "authorName": "Mmdlbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmdlbs/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by Mmdlbs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621952890, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6274380, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nathaniel1234, attached are the photos of the rear frame to body mount you inquired about, hope this answers your questions.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621955137, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274655, "authorName": "Scoopman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scoopman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, that COLOR!!! This is just such an outrageous fantasy. Amazing!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621959124, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274772, "authorName": "jacy1948", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jacy1948/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does PHS document Pontiacs of this age ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621960542, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6274822, "authorName": "Fishrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishrick/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by Fishrick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621961079, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6274896, "authorName": "Alfatipo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfatipo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wild. Had a mild '68 Bonneville convertible 30-years ago. Loved it. \r\n\r\nNot read through all the posting action but price seems a little low?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621961840, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6275017, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is my understanding that PHS documentation has nothing of record prior to 1961.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621963532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6275894, "authorName": "nbrownell0913", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nbrownell0913/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by nbrownell0913", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621968523, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6275914, "authorName": "Mmdlbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmdlbs/", "bidAmount": 20500, "content": "$20,500 bid placed by Mmdlbs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621968607, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6275915, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "She's got curves! Great looking car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621968608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6275923, "authorName": "Sannella", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sannella/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by Sannella", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621968632, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276043, "authorName": "Mmdlbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmdlbs/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Mmdlbs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969321, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276075, "authorName": "Jeast32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeast32/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by Jeast32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969525, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276080, "authorName": "Mmdlbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmdlbs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love the color of this car!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621969578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276092, "authorName": "james33", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/james33/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by james33", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969700, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276093, "authorName": "ElliotZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elliotz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mmdlbs - stop coming in second. You know you'll look good in this too. Let today be your day! Elliot", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621969702, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276106, "authorName": "Trailboss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trailboss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just saw this when I got on the BAT site. Wow, what a beauty. I gotta go see if I have enough cash to bid. Nice car!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969788, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276116, "authorName": "Mmdlbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmdlbs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ElliotZ - You\u2019re so right! \ud83d\ude02", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276127, "authorName": "Rgood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rgood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My folks owned the 59 Catalina sedan. My brother drove it to high school in the early 70\u2019s. Beautiful car. My introduction to the \u201ccar world\u201d.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621969875, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276139, "authorName": "Wagin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagin/", "bidAmount": 25750, "content": "$25,750 bid placed by Wagin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969939, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276140, "authorName": "filet_o_fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filet_o_fred/", "bidAmount": 26000, "content": "$26,000 bid placed by filet_o_fred", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969943, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276144, "authorName": "james33", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/james33/", "bidAmount": 26250, "content": "$26,250 bid placed by james33", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621969952, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276161, "authorName": "filet_o_fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filet_o_fred/", "bidAmount": 26500, "content": "$26,500 bid placed by filet_o_fred", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970016, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276165, "authorName": "Jeast32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeast32/", "bidAmount": 27000, "content": "$27,000 bid placed by Jeast32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970049, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276179, "authorName": "filet_o_fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filet_o_fred/", "bidAmount": 27500, "content": "$27,500 bid placed by filet_o_fred", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970104, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276197, "authorName": "PT1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pt1/", "bidAmount": 28000, "content": "$28,000 bid placed by PT1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970193, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276220, "authorName": "Stevieboy2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevieboy2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! New bidders at the end! Love it that the car is getting some attention and bids from various bidders!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276219, "authorName": "filet_o_fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filet_o_fred/", "bidAmount": 28500, "content": "$28,500 bid placed by filet_o_fred", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970278, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6276242, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 5/25/21 at $28,500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970398, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 6276246, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There is always that pesky reserve thingy! The ultimate party crasher.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621970464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276252, "authorName": "PT1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pt1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh well...we tried!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621970472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276257, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Maybe it can be worked out post auction? GL to all.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621970499, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6276258, "authorName": "nineoneone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nineoneone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Missed it by that much\" Wonder how much that was?\n(Maxwell Smart)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621970568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6278308, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thought final bid was pretty fair.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621983545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6648721, "authorName": "PT1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pt1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ssclassic...did you sell the Catalina after the reserve was met?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1628051722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6649157, "authorName": "ssclassic (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PT1, yes the car was subsequently sold. I hope you find the one you\u2019re looking for!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1628081732, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6649967, "authorName": "PT1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pt1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the response!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1628091889, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8585575, "authorName": "BobbyViti", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobbyviti/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@elliotz I did not sell yet ...interested ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1652620488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11924118, "authorName": "PT1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pt1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BobbyViti did you sell the Catalina?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1689288646, "type": "comment"}]