900BHP supercharged 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is a $1 million masterpiece you have to see to believe
- The US economic boom of the 1950s made for some epic vehicles
- This 900bhp supercharged 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is one example
- With epic BHP and suspension – it needs to be seen to be believed
Published on Sep 23, 2024 at 2:43 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Sep 24, 2024 at 3:06 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
The US economic boom of the 1950s is made tangible with this 900bhp supercharged 1956 Pontiac Star Chief.
Car makers began designing models that were larger and boasted higher performance than ever before.
Compared to iconic cars like the Chevrolet Bel Air and Tri-Five, this is one of the rarer models of the period.
It’s a $1 million masterpiece.
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Supercharged engine of 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
Absence has certainly made the heart grow fonder when it comes to the rare 1956 Pontiac Star Chief shared via AutotopiaLA.
A glance beneath the hood will reveal an LSX crate engine with LS3 heads and a Whipple supercharger adding to its torque and already impressive HP.
This incredible engine setup is mated to a 4L80 transmission.
This transfers the over 900 horsepower to its one-off EVOD wheels.
It sits on air suspension, as has become the norm for big classic cars, allowing them to remain maneuverable as well as sleek and low to the ground.
The suspension has three settings: the first is maximum low, the second is low but drivable, and the third lifts the nos, allowing for steeper driveways and getting the vehicle either on or off a trailer.
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The interior
Step inside, and its custom brown leather interior, is surprisingly contrasted with a blue carpet.
It’s a seriously cool and rare combination.
What’s more, the steering wheel is shifted back and given a tilt function for optimal driver comfort, as well as being a SEMA build.
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Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
London-based Amelia cut her journalistic teeth covering all things lifestyle, wellness and luxury in the UK capital. Fast-forward a decade and the experienced content creator and editor has put pen to paper for glossy magazines, busy newsrooms and coveted brands. When her OOO is on you can find her spending quality time with her young family, in the gym or exploring the city she loves.
