20 Weird Facts About Ponch’s 1971 Pontiac Trans-Am “Ponchmobile” (CHiPs)

What secrets lie beneath the sleek, gold exterior of Ponch’s iconic ride on CHiPs—and why wasn’t it even a real Trans Am? In this video, we dive into the eccentric history of the so-called “Ponchmobile,” a wild Frankenstein of Pontiac parts and TV magic. From arson deals to demolition derbies, exploding stunts, and endless cosmetic overhauls, discover the unbelievable transformations and behind-the-scenes stories of this unforgettable 1971 Firebird Formula turned screen legend. #1970s #pontiac #classiccars #musclecars #television --------------------- 00:00 Intro 00:52 Replaced by a new Firebird 01:56 Later model cameo 03:00 Multiple “Ponchmobiles” used 04:11 Interior musical chairs 05:17 CHP paid repairs 06:30 Two-wheel freeway stunt 07:34 Demolition derby sacrifice 08:42 Forklift door skewering 09:48 Stolen and exploded 10:55 Rebodied mid-series 12:01 Wheels changed constantly 13:09 Parts-bin mashup bodywork 14:16 Temporary black repaint 15:21 Factory Anaconda Gold 16:31 “Little Bronze Beauty” nickname 17:38 First seen hurting Jon 18:44 1971-only lower vents 19:47 Fake shaker scoop 20:53 83 dollars after arson 21:57 Not actually a Trans Am ---------------------

Added 1 May 2026