The History of Pontiac Automobiles
“The first Pontiac car was introduced in 1926 after GM acquired the Oakland Motor Car Co. of Pontiac, Mich., in 1909. Pontiac was meant to be a low-priced companion to GM’s “Oakland” line, but Pontiacs proved more popular. By 1929, half a million Pontiacs were sold.” - More from Huffington Post…
“1926 – Oakland Automotive Co. introduces the first Pontiac, the five passenger Coach Pontiac, to the public at the New York auto show.” 1929 – The 500,000 Pontiac is built, and the lineup is called the “Big Six” because the engine increased in displacement to 200.4. Horsepower rises 25% to- More from Pontiac Heritage…