Pontiac Golden Chieftain (1939)

Highlights and general information

A 1939 Pontiac Custom Golden Chieftain in pearl white gold flake with a custom-made full leather interior is for sale.

Highlights

• Converted by renowned customizer Knut Tiroch (Austria)
• Chevrolet 454 cui BigBlock V8 engine with electronic fuel injection and 442 hp
• Customized body and handcrafted interior
• Modern steering system with power steering
• Low chassis and custom wheels
• Show and collector's vehicle with US registration

General information about the vehicle:

• Year of manufacture: 1939
• First registration: USA, 06/1939
• Location: 33613 Bielefeld, Germany
• Accident-free (according to the owner)
• Not registered (only driven with temporary license plates, no German registration to date)
• No TÜV
• Roadworthy, but not optimized for permanent everyday use

Model history

The Pontiac Golden Chieftain was one of the brand's most prestigious models in the late 1930s. This custom version from 1939 presents the car in a completely new light: based on the original chassis, renowned custom builder Knut Tiroch has created a distinctive show car that combines classic design with modern technology – a true one-of-a-kind vehicle and a work of art on wheels.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Pearl White Gold Flake
• Interior: Custom-made full leather upholstery in white/gold
• Repainting: Completely repainted as part of the conversion

Engine and transmission:

• 7.4-litre V8 Chevrolet Big Block (454 cui) with 442 hp
• Electronic fuel injection
• Automatic transmission
• Replacement engine: Yes – as part of the conversion
• Last service: Information to follow

Mileage:

• 9,868 km (read)
• Verifiable: partially / not clearly documented due to conversion

Documentation:

• US vehicle documents
• Conversion by Knut Tiroch verifiable
• No service history available

Tires, bodywork, and underbody:

• Tires: Information to follow shortly
• Body: very good condition, extensively redesigned
• Underbody: good condition with no rust

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Please note that the car does not currently have a TÜV certificate or registration in Germany. We can recommend a workshop that can take care of German registration
• Technical optimization for everyday use may be necessary

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Summary

An extremely rare custom vehicle is for sale – a 1939 Pontiac Golden Chieftain, completely rebuilt by Knut Tiroch. The spectacular conversion combines classic lines with modern V8 technology and a unique look. This work of art is brimming with unique details that will amaze every viewer time and time again. Every glance reveals new aspects of the careful and loving craftsmanship that has gone into this conversion. The car has US registration papers and has only been used for show purposes with temporary license plates. Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts looking for something special.