1948 Pontiac Silver Arrow Sedan (RHD)

Description

The Pontiac name was first introduced by General Motors in 1927 and quickly established a strong following amongst the motoring public. The Silver Arrow was added to the Australian line up in 1946 and proved to be very popular. Much of the running gear was brought forward from the previous model with just a few up grades. The most important being a new vacuum metering carburettor that gave the same effects as running with High octane fuel, the new design of the front end panels improved air flow to the radiator and this improved cooling. The engine did not miss out with shot preened pistons which gave better lubrication and longer engine life. Other mechanical improvements included a self lubricating ball bearing clutch release, re designed intake manifold and aluminium coated exhaust pipe to name just a few. With a new 1946 price of 736 pounds plus tax, it was not a cheap car, The February 1947 edition of The Australian Motor Monthly Motor Manual summed up the new Pontiac Silver Arrow saying it was in keeping with standards set by previous models, and should be a capable of or even better service and performance.