Pontiac Grand Prix
The word 'grandprix' evokes images of one racing car trying to overtake another racing car at high speeds. Further, one conjures up thoughts about formula1 cars, formula 1 grand prix races, NASCAR racing and a1 grand prix racing. Car makers have always used car racing as the means to keep the automobile revolution alive. Nothing sets the pulse racing than watching super fast cars trying to outrun each other in intense races. The history of automobile racing can be traced back to 1894 when the first such race was held in France. Even today, the car making industry is heavily involved in the auto racing sport.

However, in US, grand prix evokes a different reaction. Lovers of personal luxury cars do not think of auto racing when they hear the term grandprix. Rather, they think of the Pontiac Grand Prix car, which was the epitome of luxurious driving in the 60's and 70's. The history of the Grand Prix car can be traced to the late 1950's. Pontiac had virtually created a new car segment from scratch with its Thunderbird car in 1958. There was a mad rush amongst car makers to corner the personal luxury market and the Pontiac Grand Prix was designed to take over the Bonnevilles.

This car was put into the market at a time when bright and garish was in and it was considered super cool to cover the entire surface of the automobile in chrome. Subtle elegance was considered boring and uncool. Yet, this car stood for subtle, simple and understated elegance. It was designed to be a classic and was marketed as one as well. The end result was that this car made sober and yet stylish cars popular all over again. As far as functionality was concerned, this car was miles ahead of its competition. This car was introduced as a two door hard top and quickly became one of the hottest cars in the market.

The 1967 Grand Prix car witnessed numerous significant changes in its appearance as well as in its engine. While basic body was still the same that was used in Catalina, the headlights, front bumper, tail light etc were altered to change the way the car looked. The engine was improved for superior performance.The car was redesigned and improved in 1968 and 1971. Customers were thankful when they discovered that the 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix did not contain too many radical changes. The third generation car was introduced in 1973, the fourth generation in 1978.

The car underwent a radical transformation in the late 80's when GM began to market it as a mid size car instead of a personal luxury car. The current car models belong to the seventh generation. This car offers all features present in contemporary vehicles. This car now is available in more than one model. This car comes with chrome alloy wheels, something which is offered by luxury car manufacturers only. There is a huge market for not just brand new Pontiac Grand Prix cars but also for used Grand Prix cars. Get the best deals possible on this car at Automotix coupons.