The upscale Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon wasn’t just a great-looking car; it was also a decent performer when fitted with the optional 455 V8, at least by mid-seventies standards. That’s how this 1975 model here on Craigslist is equipped, but that may be just the beginning of the good news for buyers looking for an affordable, well-equipped Colonnade. This Olds is priced at $10,500, but the seller says offers are welcome, so they may be ready to negotiate. It’s also located in Vancouver, BC, Canada, so that amount is likely in lower CAD. Nice find, Curvette, and thanks for sending us the tip here!
Although this one features the desirable 455 under the hood, it wouldn’t be around much longer, making its last appearance in the Cutlass the following year. Despite a large displacement, the big block was down to just 190 horsepower by this time, thanks to increasing emissions regulations and mandatory catalytic converters beginning in ’75. Fortunately, it still had plenty of torque, and the owner says this one runs great. The previous single exhaust has been dualed out, which should also help improve performance. The tough Turbo 400 automatic transmission is said to be brand new, so hopefully this Oldsmobile is in fine mechanical condition.
This is also reported to be a family-owned vehicle, and it looks as though it’s been loved and properly cared for over the decades. The sheet metal looks straight and well-preserved, especially considering that this Cutlass has been driven over 142k miles, but it did receive a respray in the early nineties. However, that was a long time ago, and the finish is still holding up nicely for being more than 30 years old. It still wears Oldsmobile rally wheels, giving the exterior a sportier look, and those branded aftermarket mud flaps were a popular add-on for the period.
By mid-seventies standards, this interior would have been considered loaded, with power for just about everything, including windows, door locks, trunk release, and even an electric driver’s seat. It’s also great that this one has buckets and a console, plus the condition in here still seems strong as well. I remember when these cars were new and everywhere, but that was decades ago, and it’s nice to find one now that’s been pampered enough to stay in such excellent shape. Are you finding this 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon as tempting as I am?
Nice example, nice price.
This is really a nice example. That 455 is icing on the cake too. It always seemed that most of these had an Olds 350 in them, which, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that either, but the 455 makes this Cutlass a bit more special. This one really looks loaded too, besides the 455. Console, buckets, power windows, and door locks, it looks like somebody had a heavy hand with the pen the checkboxs on that order sheet back in ’75. The metallic brown and vinyl top looks good too. Overall it looks like it’s in great shape. Hope it goes to a good new home.
Chick’s dug this ride
Dual exhaust must sound great w the big Olds mill up front. I’d wager on tall gears from the factory so this is going to be an absolute dream to cruise the highway in comfort and style. Really nice find Curvette. Good article Stephens 👍 👍
My ’77 Cutlass didn’t come with a 455 so I had to swap one in. And even with the 350, the stock exhaust was terrible so I image this ’75 with true dual exhaust runs better than stock.
Super nice car. I’d just fix the smog timing advance curve and carb tuning to wake that 455 up and swap the chrome exhaust tips for stock style turned down tailpipes and drive it.
Not a terrible car at a decent price. If I had skinny money, but wanted a toy to cruise in, this would be the ticket.
nice olds. i had a couple of these years ago. great riding and handling cars. this is cool because it’s packing a 455. i would put set of lettered tires or white walls on it and swap out that cross member for a true dual 1. price seems fair even better if t could be had cheaper.
If that’s $10,500 Canadian and the buckets were swivel I’d be a taker! How would I get it titled in the States though? Is it 145k miles or Kilometers?
It’s $7,548.47 US. $10,000 Canadian is $ 7,189.40 & & $500 Canadian is $359.47 US. I looked it up on a conversion chart.
Very attractive buy now.
Do you know how to get it legal over here in the USA? I don’t have a clue how to transfer the title from Canada. If it’s not a big process I’ll buy this car.
Replying to William Milot. No I don’t know how to do that. Maybe your local DMV office can help you out.
I think the price is pretty good, too, especially for one this loaded up. Rare to see a power bucket drivers seat. I’ve seen others in a lot worse shape than this appears to be list for a lot more & not as well equipped.
Not to be nit-picking, but from the dash pic it appears it doesn’t have an electric rear defogger as the switch is located next to the cruise switch under the light switch. And from my past experience with this, I might redye the seats and carpet to sharpen up the interior.
Lacking like in most of these postings, I’d have to see the underside, door jams & maintenance records (if they exist) to decide. But it’s an interesting car with the 455.
Nice car for the money. A “pet peeve” of mine is if the car only needs to have the AC charged, as stated in the original listing, why not charge it before listing it? I automatically think the AC is shot.
Other problem is, if he lived 5 miles further West this car would be in the Pacific Ocean! I’m just South of Detroit so the car’s over 3,500 miles from me but if he’s willing to help me with getting it here I’d still take it.
Other problem is, if he lived 5 miles further West this car would be in the Pacific Ocean! I’m just South of Detroit so the car’s over 3,500 miles from me but if he’s willing to help me with getting it here I’d still take it. Coming straight across Canada would be the best route.
Indeed, there were many a Cutlass on the roads years ago. Few of them, however, were Salon models during the Colonnade era. It was very likely the trim level with the lowest production figures. Pretty sure that buckets and the console were standard in a Salon of this generation, even on the four door.
My experience, at least in Nevada. That it doesn’t matter where the title is from. It works just like from out of state. HOWEVER, “some” provinces in Canada don’t issue titles to owners. They are retained at the DMV. I ended up taking a Canadian Oldsmobile in on trade and it took forever to get the paperwork for a title. I would say if they have a title in hand. Then you are good to go. A notorized bill of sale (or whatever passes for one in Canada) along with a signed title would go a long ways to help eliminate your issue at the DMV. (No guarantees if you live in California or Colorado. Their DMVs are the worst. I used to have register vehicles all over the country for lease customers.)
My experience, at least in Nevada. That ot doesn’t matter where the title is from. It works just like from out of state. HOWEVER, “some” provinces in Canada don’t issue titles to owners. They are retained at the DMV. I ended up taking a Canadian Oldsmobile in on trade and it took forever to get the paperwork for a title. I would say if they have a title in hand. Then you are good to go. A notorized bill of sale (or whatever passes for one in Canada) along with a signed title would go a long ways to help eliminate your issue at the DMV. (No guarantees if you live in California or Colorado. Their DMVs are the worst. I used to have register vehicles all over the country for lease customers.)
My first car, 16 years old was a 75 with a 260 – I wanted the 76 so bad but couldn’t afford it. Paid $800 for the 75 with 80k miles in 1984. Automatic, console shift with bucket seats that swiveled out. Gutless Cutless but she sure took a beating. :)