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| The 1960 Pontiac Bonneville was wrapped in luxury that was unsurpassed by far more expensive cars. |
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1960 Pontiac Bonneville
The 1960 Pontiac Bonneville boasted a big, smooth impressive presence with superior performance and handling. The wide track Pontiacs offeredt exciting driving-filled to the brim with action, and the Bonneville was wrapped in luxury that was unsurpassed by far more expensive cars.
The heart of its fiery spirit is the 303 h.p.* Tempest 425 V -8 with 4-barrel carburetor, 389 cu. in. displacement and 425 lb. ft. torque. Whether you choose the adventure-loving Convertible, the sleek Sports Coupe or the regal Vista, the Bonneville by Pontiac offered a new lift to your motoring life.
Standard equipment includes soft, deep-pile carpeting that extends, for extra beauty and protection, up into door panels...padded handrail assist bar on the cushioned instrument panel...polished walnut panel cove with distinctive gold and red series name plate...aluminum seat end and side panels...custom steering wheel. *With Hydra-Matic Transmission
The richness of genuine leather is standard in the Bonneville Convertible - in three special three-tone blends with Morrokide accents to match or harmonize with 15 "Magic-Mirror" body colors. Six fabric top colors were available. Bonneville Sports Coupe and Vista models combine striped wool broadcloth and nylon face fine textured weave fabrics with Morrokide in five three-tone combinations, or all Morrokide in four colors. Bucket seats are optional on Convertible. Closed model (except Safari) have standard equipment folding rear seat center arm rests.
VIN Decoding |
Vin Number was on the left front door hinge pillar. On raised pad at front of right hand cylinder bank. |
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| First Symbol - Series |
| 21 = Catalina |
27 = Bonneville Safari |
| 23 = Ventura |
28 = Bonneville |
| 24 = Star Chief |
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| Second & Third Symbol - Year |
| 60 = 1960 |
| Fourth Symbol - Assembly Plant |
| (P) Pontiac, Michigan |
(K) Kansas City, Kansas |
| (S) Southgate, California |
(D) Doraville, Georgia |
| (L) Linden, New Jersey |
(A) Arlington, Texas |
| (W) Wilmington, Delaware |
(E) Euclid, Ohio |
| Last Four Symbols - Production Sequence |
| Started at 1001 |
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Engine Data |
| Location Of Engine Code: Stamped on right front side of block. |
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| Letter Code |
Engine |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Transmission |
Carburetor |
| A1 |
8-389 |
283 |
413 |
Automatic |
2 BC |
| A2 |
8-389 |
215 |
390 |
Manual |
2 BC |
| B1 |
8-389 |
303 |
425 |
Automatic |
4 BC |
| B2 |
8-389 |
281 |
407 |
Manual |
4 BC |
| C1 |
8-389 |
318 |
430 |
Automatic |
3 - 2 BC |
| C4 |
8-389 |
318 |
430 |
Manual |
3 - 2 BC |
| E3 |
8-389 |
215 |
390 |
Automatic |
2 BC |
| F1 |
8-389 |
333 |
425 |
Automatic |
4 BC |
| F4 |
8-389 |
333 |
425 |
Manual |
4 BC |
| G4 |
8-389 |
215 |
390 |
Manual |
2 BC |
| H4 |
8-389 |
235 |
402 |
Manual |
4 BC |
| J1 |
8-389 |
230 |
380 |
Automatic |
2 BC |
| K1 |
8-389 |
230 |
380 |
Automatic |
2 BC |
| L1 |
8-389 |
281 |
407 |
Automatic |
4 BC |
| M1 |
8-389 |
348 |
430 |
Automatic |
3 - 2 BC |
| M4 |
8-389 |
348 |
430 |
Automatic |
3 - 2 BC |
| N1 |
8-389 |
281 |
407 |
Automatic |
4 BC |
| P1 |
8-389 |
303 |
425 |
Automatic |
4 BC |
| P4 |
8-389 |
303 |
425 |
Manual |
4 BC |
| R2 |
8-389 |
215 |
390 |
Manual |
2 BC |
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Transmission Codes |
| Transmission |
Location |
| Dual Coupling Hydra-Matic (Super Hydra-Matic "315") |
On name plate located on lower left corner of the rear face of transmission case. |
| 3-Speed |
Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
| 4-Speed |
Painted or stamped on the transmission case. |
| Plant and Type Designation Prefix |
Transmission Type |
| P |
Dual Coupling Hydra-Matic |
| PA |
Dual Coupling Hydra-Matic |
| PE |
Dual Coupling Hydra-Matic |
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Paint Codes - Exterior Colors |
| Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
P -Shoreline Gold Metallic
Lucite® Code - 2935L
Dulux® Code - 93-93037H |
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K - Berkshire Green Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4029L
Dulux® Code - 181-93587 |
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D - Richmond Gray Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4023L
Dulux® Code - 181-94009 |
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H - Skymist Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4030L
Dulux® Code - 181-94010
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C - Shelltone White
Lucite® Code - 4024L
Dulux® Code - 93-93774 |
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S - Sierra Copper Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4031L
Dulux® Code - 181-17169H |
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T - Caribe Turquoise Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4025L
Dulux® Code - 181-93946 |
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F - Newport Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4032L
Dulux® Code - 181-93669 |
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R - Palomino Beige
Lucite® Code - 4026L
Dulux® Code - 93-93578 |
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J - Fairway Green Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4033L
Dulux® Code - 181-93910 |
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B - Black Pearl Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4027LH
Dulux® Code - 181-93661 |
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L - Coronado Red Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4034L
Dulux® Code - 181-17182H |
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M - Stardust Yellow
Lucite® Code - 4028L
Dulux® Code - 93-93532 |
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N - Mahogany Metallic
Lucite® Code - 4035L
Dulux® Code - Not Available |
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NOTES: Color Combination Numbers are on a plate on the right side of the dash panel, under the hood, immediately below the heater water control valve (Ranco Valve). |
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Paint Codes - Interior Colors |
| Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
Coronado Red Metallic
Duco® Code - 4066H |
Not Available |
Kerry Green Metallic (Textured)
Duco® Code - 2949H |
Not Available |
Shoreline Gold Metallic
Duco® Code - 93095 |
Not Available |
Black Pearl Metallic (Textured)
Duco® Code - 4061H |
Not Available |
Shoreline Gold Metallic
Duco® Code - 93095 |
Not Available |
Harbor Blue Metallic (Textured)
Duco® Code - 4062H |
Not Available |
Shannon Green Metallic
Duco® Code - 93098 |
Not Available |
Burgundy Metallic (Textured)
Duco® Code - 4063H |
Not Available |
Madison Gray Metallic
Duco® Code - 93187 |
Not Available |
Mahogany Metallic (Textured)
Duco® Code - 4064H |
Not Available |
Academy Blue Metallic
Duco® Code - 93188 |
Not Available |
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