The Junior Star Chief was built for Pontiac Dealers to promote the new 1956 Pontiac. They were given away to lucky children through a variety of contests. These great little cars are approximately one third the size of a real 1956 Pontiac. They were the brain child of Jack Stuart a Designer with Pontiac's promotional division. Junior Star Chief production was contracted to Silvestri Art Studios of Chicago Illinois by Pontiac. The body is made of fiberglass. The steel chassis is powered by a 12 volt battery which powers a real Pontiac starter motor. Features include: Forward and Reverse, Foot Operated Brake. Working headlamps, working tail lamps, and a working horn.Thanks to Alex Emond for the heads up. One of these is for sale at Hemmings.
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