The Pontiac Phoenix was a compact to midsize car produced by Pontiac from 1977 to 1984, spanning two generations. It initially replaced the Pontiac Ventura and evolved from a rear-wheel-drive platform to a front-wheel-drive configuration in its second generation. The Phoenix combined practical size and styling typical of American cars in the late 1970s and early 1980s, offering various body styles including sedan and hatchback. Over its production, it showcased shifts in automotive trends towards efficiency and space optimization.
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