The Cutlass Supreme began in 1966 as a personal luxury version of the mid-size Cutlass. Its popularity would increase over the years and would consistently be one of the U.S. car industry’s best-selling automobiles. This 1970 edition is rough around the edges but runs well enough to maybe fall into the “daily driver” category. Located in Ellenwood, Georgia, this restorable Olds is available here on eBay for a flat $11,500. An attaboy goes to “Curvette” for the tip.
All of GM’s A-body intermediates were redesigned in 1968, and that’s when the Cutlass Supreme began to flourish. The 1970 editions were some of the best-looking of the series and found more than 90,000 buyers, the car’s best year yet on the showroom floor. A 350 cubic inch V8 was standard fare, and we assume that’s what’s under the hood of this Olds, likely paired with a TH-350 automatic transmission.
The paint on this Cutlass is a redo, and the original shade may have been Sebring Yellow. The vinyl roof and interior are matching and likely tan in color. We’re told it looks okay from a distance, but the missing driver’s side mirror is a sign that more issues are to come. There’s some rust along the rear window channel/package tray and a few bubbles elsewhere. The chrome isn’t perfect with some pitting, and the factory rally-type wheels may be missing their trim rings.
While the tires have usable tread, the seller is unaware of the age of the rubber. The engine wears some bling and may have 55,000 miles on it. The vehicle runs well enough not to identify any mechanical shortcomings that should be addressed. The passenger compartment is more than passable, though some detailing would help. All in all, this is a 56-year-old automobile that has some flaws as you might expect. Would you restore it or drive it mostly as-is?
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