Buyers ordering a new 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham could tick the box that saw the car delivered with a six under the hood. However, this car’s first owner threw caution to the wind, deciding there was nothing better than the range-topping 455ci V8. They didn’t stop there, wielding their pen with abandon to equip the car with some of the most desirable options available. If you are already tempted but are resisting the urge to pursue the Olds further, the fact it has a genuine 40,000 miles on the clock might be enough for you to take the next step.
The Third Generation Cutlass Supreme range enjoyed a relatively short production life, gracing showroom floors from 1973 until 1977. The Supreme Brougham was a popular choice in 1976, with 91,312 buyers driving one off the lot. The first owner ordered this Brougham as a retirement gift for herself, trading a 1974 Cadillac Eldorado for a car that apparently started life wearing Inca Silver paint. She decided that it would be too hot for her location, so had a color change performed to its current Cameo White with a Burgundy Landau-style vinyl top. The Olds still presents beautifully, with no significant paint or panel imperfections visible in the close-up shots. It has been protected from the elements as a garage-kept classic, making its rust-free status unsurprising. There are no issues with the trim or glass, and the overall impression is that the Cutlass should turn heads and receive positive comments wherever it goes.
The first owner certainly decided to give herself an excellent retirement present, ordering this Brougham with the range-topping 455ci V8, a three-speed automatic transmission, a limited-slip rear end, and power assistance for the steering and brakes. The 455 was hampered by emission regulations, but still placed 190hp and 350 ft/lbs of torque at her disposal. The seller claims the odometer reading of 40,000 miles is genuine. While they don’t mention verifying evidence. It may exist among the collection of documentation that includes the original Window Sticker. This is a turnkey classic that runs and drives extremely well. It is ready to head into the sunset with its new owner behind the wheel.
If there is a star of the show with this Olds, that honor falls to its interior. The Deep Red pillow seatcovers are oh-so 1970s, and the lack of visible wear on what can be a prone item seems to support the seller’s mileage claims. The carpet is spotless, and there is no evidence of UV damage or other issues with the dash or pad. However, it doesn’t just present well but is the area where we find most of the more desirable factory options. These include ice-cold air conditioning, power windows, power locks, a six-way power driver’s seat, a rear defogger, a remote trunk release, Deluxe seatbelts, a clock, a tilt-away wheel, and an AM/FM stereo radio/tape player.
The seller listed this 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham here on eBay in Williston, Florida. They set their No Reserve auction to open at $22,000, and while the viewing history has been respectable, it hasn’t translated into any auction action. Therefore, it is possible that the Olds could head to a new home with a single bid. The million-dollar question is whether that is likely to happen. The price is in the ballpark for what Hagerty quotes for a #2 example but is above the market average. That suggests the answer should be no, but the classic market is a strange animal. As the late Formula One commentator Murray Walker once said, “Anything can happen, and usually does.” Therefore, it might still spring a surprise.
Scotty G., wrote this one up on June 30th. It shows that it sold for $9,950. That’s a nice mark up to $22,000 in two weeks time!
This is the same seller, the high bid was $9,950 but didn’t meet reserve. It hasn’t sold the previous 2 times it’s been listed, the first time the opening bid was $20,350, which received no bids. So far the market isn’t interested at a price close to what the dealer wants.
Steve R
I remember this from the last time. The 455 is a huge plus to me anyway. I had honestly thought it came from the assembly line in white. Im impressed by the job they did changing the body color. These are the same exact pictures from June. I’m thinking it didnt sell and that the auction just simply ended. Its the same seller as last time.
First of 22k is way over legitimate market value. The velour seats get really disgusting over time no matter what you do. Best year of the Oldsmobile Cutless. 102 Inch Wheelbase. 455ci or 350ci, doesn’t matter. Great engines… I love the tonneau top but the vinyl is probably peeling. The Broughm wheels are rare, the colored Rally Wheels a better choice. Great car.. worth maybe 11-12k
jv smashpalace
It’s going on fifty years and the velour seats are holding up fine.
BTW, the subtle lip or flare on the bottom back of the wheel well fender is gorgeous. A well turned ankle.
Wow the interior is beautiful…. I remember soft seats of the 80’s in Burgundy ….. I know now is more modern with heat and air blowing to you but something about these are just darn classic.
The 455 is fantastic and the nice looking body.
Good luck on sale….
I would drive it to car shows on the weekends and cruise on the weekends…
If the original owner “ordered” it, why did she order it in silver ,when she wanted white ? More likely she got a bargain on a off the lot purchase ,as a 455 would not have been a big selling point in 1976, and the dealership would have been very happy to get it sold
A 102 inch wheelbase?
I wondered about that too. I thought these were 116” – suspiciously close to the ‘77 Caprice/Impala.
Those seats look like the inside of a coffin. Maybe the old girl should have used the car like one and went off in style! Such a great conversation piece on a cemetary tour.
belch-a-zarian !
Wish it was a 4-door, it would be in my yard.
The 4″ longer 4-door/wagon wheelbase completely transforms the ride and handling in my opinion.
I’ve had many of these Cutlassii, the extra weight of the big-block is spread out better and the whole demeanor of the car changes.
It looks better in white than silver however a color change probably holds the price back a bit. Swap the wheels for some color keyed Rally wheels and white letter tires and it will pop.
Williston isn’t far from Gainesville and I’m always up for visiting my Alma Mater, U of Florida. However, I’m not up for the 22K price. Shame because Cutlasses and Monte Carlos are, by far, my favorite models from this generation of GM products.