The Olds Cutlass Supreme was one of the most popular automobiles of the 1980s, especially the coupe, like the seller’s beautiful example. I was captivated, too, and we bought one new in 1983, keeping it for 13 years. The GM division quit building these classic rear-wheel-drive cars in 1988 to make production room for front-wheel versions. We’re told that this ’84 edition has just 26,000 miles, and its condition supports its marginal use over 41 years. Located in Lapeer, Michigan, this sweet survivor is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $16,000 (no exceptions). Kudos to T.J. for this exceptional tip!
Oldsmobile added the Cutlass Supreme as a mid-size personal luxury car in 1966. Along with the other GM intermediates, the vehicle was downsized in 1978 to help with fuel consumption. But the restyle of 1981 was especially attractive and was consistent through the end of RWD production seven years later. 257,500 copies were assembled in 1984, of which 85% were coupes like the seller’s car (a 4-door sedan was offered, but most buyers preferred the 2-door renditions).
Collectors today are drawn to the Hurst/Olds versions of 1983-84, which are more difficult to find. I prefer the “regular” Supreme, such as this example, which has Oldsmobile’s 307 cubic inch V8 and saw duty in other GM cars of the era. Mine had the 231 V6, and I wished later we had stepped up with the eight-cylinder. An automatic transmission was your only choice (remember the funky multiple levers on the Hurst/Olds?)
We’re told that this ’84 is unmolested and highly original. That tells me the body, paint, interior, and drivetrain are as they were when the Olds rolled out of the factory. Someone must have thought “future collectible” to only average a few hundred miles a year. Two sets of wheels and tires will come with the sale: a stock set and ones with Hurst badging (I like the former better). No negotiating, and if the car doesn’t sell quickly, the seller will change his/her mind and keep it.
Dr Olds last era of rwd coupes. One of the best front-ends ever. Even the later models with the flush headlamp looked great. This one looks nice, I’m w you Dixon stock wheels 👍
Too bad it doesn’t have the console and floor shifter. Otherwise a nice clean Olds. A favorite of mine. I have to wonder too how you only put several hundred miles a year on a car, talk about the little old lady going to church.
Broughams weren’t available with buckets.
Ed
I wouldn’t blame them if they changed their minds and kept it. I agree with Russ and Stan, I’d have the stock rims and tires and whitewalls as well. The 3.8 wasn’t a barn burner by any means, but it is as reliable as an anvil. The 307 moved the larger Ninety Eight and Eighty Eight models around and in a lighter Cutlass like this was a nice all around performer. The black paint is in amazing condition, as well as the interior. This is one that definitely deserves a nice place in a garage and only be driven in nice weather. Great write up Russ!!! Really nice Cutlass.
Until Buick changed the lubrication system, (oil pump hanging out in front), many of these 3.8 V-6 and the 350 V-8 torpedoed, no oil pressure, knocking rods and mains, broken crankshafts. Sometime a simple oil change would render the oil pump inoperative, as the prime was lost. Of course the Olds v-8s never had this issue
If it wasn’t for my sharp eyed mechanic & the fact I had the gauge pkg., that may have happened to me. He noticed the pressure reading was low & found out the screen on the oil pump ( internal) was clogged.
Whew!
I owned a ’84 Brougham coupe in pastel beige with chocolate vinyl roof & interior. Loaded up with power everything but a sunroof. I also had the 3.8 V6. This one must’ve been special ordered with only a power seat besides the steering & brakes. I thought the ’84 grille was the sharpest one of all the G-Body years. I somewhat regret selling mine 6 years ago. 19 trophies in 10 years of shows.
I owned a ’84 Brougham coupe in pastel beige with chocolate vinyl roof & interior. Loaded up with power everything but a sunroof. I also had the 3.8 V6. This one must’ve been special ordered with only a power seat besides the steering & brakes. I thought the ’84 grille was the sharpest one of all the G-Body years. I somewhat regret selling mine 6 years ago. 19 trophies in 10 years of shows.
I had three new Cutlasses, 75, 77 and 79. The 79 was a loaded Calais with the 305 V8. Somehow it wasn’t the same as the first two and sold the car after 1 year. I did buy a FWD Olds 98 in 85, but it seemed quality had gone away.
I owned an ’85 Brougham, loved that car fully loaded, power everything, had the V-6 but I was good with that as a daily driver. But the car got stolen, found it a week later and it wasn’t the same. If I was in the market for another car I would seriously look at getting another mid 80’s Cutlass supreme or a 442
Every time I see a car like this I think that it would make so much sense ( to me, anyway ) to purchase as a DD instead of a new or a newer used vehicle. I’m not in the market but if I was this would be a great candidate. GLWTS
This is a nice car! And as a few others indicated owning “Brougham” models, this IS a Supreme Brougham, not a standard Cutlass Supreme. The pillow top seats were only available on the Brougham. It’s the main thing that set the models apart. Floor shifter and console were not available on Brougham models. I was a sales manager at one of the largest Olds dealers in WI back then and personally owned 7 different Cutlass models over the years, starting with a ’69 442.
126k. Have to chill with these false mileage claims. If no paperwork supports that factually then it’s nothing but talk.
Had a new 84 two tone brown coupe. College graduation gift from mom and dad. 90,000 miles, bride and new baby later and we needed 4 doors so traded it on a new 88 Accord. Miss it everyday. Wish I kept it.
I owned an 84, had a Goodwrench 231 in it, factory replacement motor, ran good, sold it and they stole it from the guy a week later