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Rare Vintage 1961 Pontiac Tempest Dealer Promotional Double-Deck Playing Cards – Factory Sealed / NOSDescription:
Up for sale/sale is a spectacular, investment-grade piece of mid-century American automotive history. This is an original 1961 Pontiac Tempest promotional double-deck playing card set, custom-stamped for K Pontiac, Inc. (484 Main St., Poughkeepsie, N.Y.).This set was distributed directly by the dealership to celebrate the historic October 1960 launch of Pontiac's revolutionary compact car line.Condition Details:
The Cards: Absolute New Old Stock (NOS) condition. Both decks remain factory-sealed in their original, untouched clear plastic wrapping. The cards are entirely unused, crisp, and clean.The Display Box: The original dual-compartment red fabric-textured box is in Good Condition. It shows only minor, expected shelf and edge wear from age, with strong structural integrity and sharp colors.Automotive History & Design Insights:
The graphic design on the card backs beautifully mirrors the iconic split-chevron/V-arrow emblem and dual-grille styling that made the first-generation Tempest snout instantly recognizable.The 1961 Tempest was a milestone of American engineering. Championed by legendary automotive figure John DeLorean, it broke the mold of standard compact cars by introducing:The "Rope Drive": A revolutionary, curved flexible driveshaft that eliminated the floor hump and balanced the car perfectly.Trophy 4 Engine: An innovative, highly efficient four-cylinder engine built literally by cutting the famous Pontiac 389 V8 block in half.Independent Rear Suspension: A true rarity for American cars of the era, offering sportscar-like handling in a compact family vehicle.Finding an original 1961 launch promotional item with both decks completely pristine and sealed after 65 years is incredibly rare. Perfect for display in a garage, mancave, or as a centerpiece in a vintage Pontiac collection.Condition: New (Other) - See description for full details
Year: 1961
Theme: Automobiles / Dealership Promo
Make: Pontiac
Model: Tempest
Type of Advertising: Playing Cards Double Deck
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
