The 1950s were a peak period for U.S. carmakers. Chrysler showed the world its first production HEMI engine in 1951, and Chevy introduced the Corvette in 1953. The Pontiac division of GM later made history with the legendary 1964 GTO, a model that helped clear the road for a wave of muscle cars. Pontiac produced about 288,000 cars in 1954, and that model year’s lineup included two production nameplates and three prototype models. Dealership lots were packed with Chieftains
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