For many enthusiasts, finding the perfect classic car can prove a battle. There are so many factors to consider, and while some candidates come close, there will often be areas that require compromise. That leads us to this 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible. It is a car with a history of long-term ownership. It has never been subjected to conditions that would encourage rust. It is original and unmolested, while its low odometer reading could be the icing on the cake. Therefore, it seems to tick the right boxes for potential buyers. It needs a new home, so the owner has listed it for sale here on eBay. The Convertible is located in Chester, New York, and bidding has sailed beyond the reserve to sit at $24,100.

The seller believes that most of the Nutmeg Metallic paint that graces the exterior of this Cutlass is original. He identifies a repaint on the passenger door, which is evident due to the slight mismatch visible in this photo. He says that the paint has accumulated a collection of small chips and marks that you may expect after five decades of use, but its overall presentation is pretty tidy. There is some surface corrosion peeking through in spots, but I suspect that careful polishing should address that problem. The White power top is not only immaculate, but it works as it should. The underside shots revealed little more than the occasional dusting of surface corrosion. This car remains rust-free, and its cause has been aided by its lack of exposure to snow or salt. The exterior trim and glass present exceptionally well, while the styled steel wheels and whitewall tires add a perfect finishing touch to the exterior.

Potential Cutlass buyers in 1972 had a broad choice of motors, and the original owner trod the middle ground by selecting the 350ci V8 that produces 180hp. The rest of the package includes a three-speed Hydramatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. The company’s leanings with this car would have been more towards luxury and comfort rather than outright performance. Therefore, its ¼ mile ET of 17.3 seconds should be considered pretty respectable in that context. The seller purchased this Olds from its second owner and reveals that it had been in storage for an extended period beforehand. He revived this classic, but it has seen little use due to the winter snow that we can see in the supplied photos. These circumstances have conspired to mean that the car has a genuine 62,000 miles showing on its odometer. Before returning the Convertible to active duty, the seller lavished plenty of time and money on it to ensure that it was mechanically sound. He replaced the tires, battery, fuel tank, and sending unit. That was the tip of the iceberg because the brakes received a new master cylinder, proportioning valve, front calipers, rear wheel cylinders, and brake hoses. The result of all of this effort and expenditure is a classic that runs and drives well and is ready for some top-down summer touring.

The seller describes the interior condition as pristine, and that point is hard to argue. Trimmed in tan vinyl, there is no visible wear or glaring flaws. There are no aftermarket additions, with everything as it would have been the day the car rolled off the showroom floor. Impressively, there is no wear or staining on the carpets, and these are covered with the original Oldsmobile rubber floor mats. The dash and pad appear perfect, as does the wheel. The car isn’t loaded with optional extras, but it features factory air conditioning. This currently doesn’t blow cold, and the seller believes it needs a recharge. Otherwise, the buyer will receive an AM/FM stereo radio and a tilt wheel. That isn’t a lot, but it should offer a comfortable and enjoyable motoring experience.

When I look back on my motoring history, I realize that I have never owned a convertible. That is a major oversight on my part and one that I intend to address in the future. Due to where I live, I would need two cars. My convertible would be for warm and sunny days, while the other vehicle would be for the remaining fifty-one weeks of the year! With summer just around the corner, I can’t think of many nicer experiences than hitting the road on a sunny day behind the wheel of this 1972 Cutlass Supreme Convertible. It offers the potential for relaxing enjoyment, and the car would receive plenty of envious looks. Have I talked you into submitting a bid on this classic? If I have, I wish you good luck in your quest to become its next owner.