Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

I blew that one up a bit, but the quality has suffered. That Pontiac looks like a civilian Parisienne.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c1.../cop_cars2.jpg

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

For the past 20 years the RCMP and other Federal Government agenciies dispose of their "retired" equipment through "Crown Assets Disposal" through a sealed bid system. this is how I purchased a 1979 Malibi 9C1 in 1983 and a 1982 Mabibu 9C1 in 1987.
In the early days cars were just traded in to a local dealer who was preping the new fleet. In St. John's in 1973 our local Ford dealer was delivering 20+ 1973 Fords and had 20+ 1971 Chevs on their used car lot. The cars were given a quick repait in white (back in those days the cars were black and later that weird shade of blue.
My cousin was in the RCMP in Sasketchewan through the late 60's and 70's,mostly in remote towns. His detachment had between 4 and 6 units. When refresh time came, in those days 2 years or 100,000 miles the old units were retured to divisional HQ for new ones.
Used cop cars were always popular with the general public.

In reference to an earlier post about Central Motors in London Ontairo, I purchased a 1970 442 W-30 last fall that spent its whole life in the London area and was sold new at Central. I got a ton of paperwork with the car that included original invoices and business cars of Wayne Huber and Don Brooks.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

I knew of 2 '70 2+2 454 raggers.When I told a guy in Kansas about them,he came and bought both.What Colour are these ones being mentioned.I've heard of 454 Stratos in New Brunswick for Cop cars.Parted a couple of 454 '76 Impalas from Quebec Provincial Police also.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

Here is the only photo I have of this car, a 70 2+2 with a factory 454. I've known of this car for years, and in 1991 when this photo was taken, it was freshly repainted. It had had some rust issues at that time. I last saw the car 3 years ago, but it was really down at heel with rust and the 454 was out and it had a 350 in it.

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c1...perSS/7022.jpg

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

That looks a lot like a 70 Pontiac Catalina...the car I learned to drive in... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif


Cool pics... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I just reread this thread again and it was just as cool the second time! Any more pics or info? I'm also in the beginnings of looking for a 69 Canadian Pontiac 2 door hardtop. Anything from a Strato Chief to 2+2 (big or small block). Obviously the more solid and complete the better. If you guys hear of any please drop me a line. My email is todd.st (at) rogers.com
Thansk
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Here's a group that may be able to help with your search.
http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/the...anpontiacclub/

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Thanks for the heads up!
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Sent you an email with a one family owner 69 Cdn Pontiac for sale in Ontario.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I replied back but haven't heard from you. Where in Ontario is the car?
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I just sold my '69 2+2 last year.I know of a few.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I repied, don't know what happened. I sent you another email today, see if it goes through. Anyways the car is in Welland.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Here's a rare one. A 70 2+2 convertible with a 454. I found this on Flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne...061&size=l

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

If that's Clint's car it's origially a small block one.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I have no knowledge of the car. I found it on Flickr, a photo sharing site. It appears to be a southern Alberta car. Cool car anyway.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

That would be his,he's in Alberta.Check out the 427 4spd 2+2 for Sale on kajiji.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Do you have a link? It won't let me search the whole country. I have to search each city.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I don't know how to link,but it's under Barrie,Ont

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Thanks, that car looks pretty good.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Hopefully this will work, http://barrie.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehic...QAdIdZ26084940
John

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Yep, thanks, got it. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Saw the car. It can be saved but needs lots of work. Pics here (I would have taken more but my batteries died!!):
http://tinyurl.com/2c5yys
The underneath is rough. Car sat in a damp garage with a dirt floor for a number of years. Trunk rotted, gas tank rotted, floors will likely poke thru in spots. Front clip had real poor fit but orig owner claims no accidents . Major mold inside.. A cool car though and if you have the bucks to restore it right, it's worth picking up!
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I thought this car went out west, but it looks like it's still for sale:
http://hamilton.kijiji.ca/c-cars-veh...QAdIdZ34437748

Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Western Buyer flaked out and never sent Money.So it's still For Sale.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

Mark, in your opinion, what do you think the car is worth? I feel 8k with all the work needed. It's unclear if the motor is useable. Not sure what work the trans needs either. If it comes close I may pull the trigger.
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I do know 10k won't take it! The engine is still soaking,soon to have diesel added to hopefully free the rings.As far as the trans,I'll bet the linkage is just seized as I couldn't budge the shifter.I would like it,but I better finish my GTO first.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

todd,
that drivetrain, etc is the perfect match for your emblems. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif 8k sounds like top dollar. dave.

Re: 427/4 speed bench seat 68 Pontiac Strato Chief
 

I know they were hoping I'd buy it when it was 23K. They really want it to go to someone who isn't looking to do a quickie on it and flip it.
Maybe after I win this Fridays Super 7...
Todd

Re: 427/4 speed bench s 68 Pontiac Strato Chief's?
 

2qwik2c found the car in Ontario and he sold him an F41 bar that was missing as the previous owner had raced the car and it was added weight. This was greatly appreciated and anyone dealing with this individual is advised that he is on the up and up with absolutley no problems. The vehicle in question, 1 of 5, is now owned by the original owner and will be restored in time, if I last that long. Thanks, Doug.