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The '''Pontiac Astre''' was introduced in September 1974. Pontiac's version of the [[Chevrolet Vega]] was offered as a [[Sedan|Notchback]], [[Hatchback]] and Safari [[Wagon]] models. Astre Panel Delivery was also offered, only in 1975. SJ models (hatchback and wagon) are luxuriously appointed. GT models (hatchback and wagon) and 'Lil Wide Track' and Formula (hatchbacks) offered a choice of sporty models. | |||
The Astre was produced 1975 through 1977. Vega's aluminum-block 2.3L L4 engine was Astre's powertrain in 1975-1976. For Aste's final year, it has Pontiac's own cast-iron 2.5L L4, known as the "Iron Duke" | The Astre was produced 1975 through 1977. Vega's aluminum-block 2.3L L4 engine was Astre's powertrain in 1975-1976. For Aste's final year, it has Pontiac's own cast-iron 2.5L L4, known as the "Iron Duke". | ||
A special and very rare version of the 1977 Astre was the Formula. This provided unique lower body stripes, flame decal for the hood, rear spoiler, and Formula stripes on the rear of the car. | A special and very rare version of the 1977 Astre was the Formula. This provided unique lower body stripes, flame decal for the hood, rear spoiler, and Formula stripes on the rear of the car. | ||
See the [[Chevrolet Vega]] entry for further comments about the Pontiac Astre. | See the Chevrolet [[Chevrolet Vega|Vega]] entry for further comments about the Pontiac Astre. | ||
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| Pontiac Astre | |
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| Pontiac | |
| Production | 1975-1977 |
| Class | Subcompact |
| Body Style | 2-Door Coupe, 3-Door Hatchback, 3-Door Wagon |
| Length | |
| Width | |
| Height | |
| Wheelbase | 97" |
| Weight | 2500-2800 lbs |
| Transmission | 3-Speed Manual, RWD 4-Speed Manual, RWD 3-Speed Automatic, RWD |
| Engine | 2.3L (140 cid) I4 (1975-1977) 2.5L (151 cid) I4 (1977) |
| Power | 72-90 hp |
| Similar | Chevrolet Vega |
| Platform | H |
The Pontiac Astre was introduced in September 1974. Pontiac's version of the Chevrolet Vega was offered as a Notchback, Hatchback and Safari Wagon models. Astre Panel Delivery was also offered, only in 1975. SJ models (hatchback and wagon) are luxuriously appointed. GT models (hatchback and wagon) and 'Lil Wide Track' and Formula (hatchbacks) offered a choice of sporty models.
The Astre was produced 1975 through 1977. Vega's aluminum-block 2.3L L4 engine was Astre's powertrain in 1975-1976. For Aste's final year, it has Pontiac's own cast-iron 2.5L L4, known as the "Iron Duke".
A special and very rare version of the 1977 Astre was the Formula. This provided unique lower body stripes, flame decal for the hood, rear spoiler, and Formula stripes on the rear of the car. See the Chevrolet Vega entry for further comments about the Pontiac Astre.
