Pontiac offered four series in 1961, in addition to the new compact Tempest. Only the entry-level Catalina and top-flight Bonneville series included convertibles, and there was a $400 price differential between them. For the extra $400, the Bonneville customer got more wheelbase, more pounds of steel, and most importantly, a four-barrel carburetor and 36 more horsepower, foam cushions, a padded dashboard and all-Morrokide upholstery.

Under the hood of this "driver-quality" convertible is the original 389-cid, 303-hp V-8 engine equipped with a four-barrel carburetor and paired with a fully automatic transmission. The paint is finished in a deep red and matched with a convertible boot, upholstery and carpet. Equipped on this luxury car are full wheel covers, a radio; power steering, brakes and convertible top.