"Pontiac creates an entirely new type of car combining Catalina smartness and station wagon utility."
The Safari was considered part of the up-level Star Chief line, three-star emblems were fitted to the front fenders and doors.
Safaris are few and far between these days
Amber orange-colored Indian head hood ornament of the Chieftain was an option for 1955
A 300-hp Chevrolet crate engine was the chosen power plant to replace the original
What made the unique wagon roof different in appearance was the hardtop-styled front window frames, slanted B-pillars, and wrap-a-round rear-side glass.