The Hurst/Olds was a collaboration between Oldsmobile and Hurst Performance. They were built sporadically between 1968 and 1984, based on the then-current mid-size Cutlass. The 1974 edition saw only 1,800 copies made and used the Colonnade body design employed… more»
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One of 3,001: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
It’s too bad that all things must inevitably come to an end: Take Oldsmobile, for example. In its long life, it designed, assembled, and sold many memorable machines. Every once in a while, it would team up with Hurst… more»
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The Last 455: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30
In terms of performance, the 1975 Hurst/Olds was a far cry from the earliest models. However, considering the dismal state many muscle cars had gotten to by the mid-seventies, it was still a pretty great offering for the period. … more»
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1 of 220 Sunroof Coupe! 1972 Hurst Oldsmobile
Despite this plain white specimen’s low-key appearance, nobody bought a Hurst/Olds as a sleeper. These white and gold beauties flaunted their performance intentions for all to see. If it checks out, this 1972 Hurst Oldsmobile in Medina, Ohio stands… more»
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Replacement 455 V8: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
The 442 (or 4-4-2) was not Oldsmobile’s only mid-size muscle car. Sporadically from 1968 to 1984, Olds partnered with Hurst Performance to produce a limited-edition car with both Olds and Hurst goodies. Such was the case in 1975 when… more»
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Lightning Rod Shifter: 1984 Hurst/Olds
The 1984 Hurst/Olds was the last of its kind. Oldsmobile collaborated with Dr. Hurst nine times since 1968 to build a Hurst edition Oldsmobile Cutlass. It was a sharp car and was very similar to the prior year offering… more»
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Highly Optioned: 1970 Hurst/Olds W-30
After a three-year absence, the Hurst/Olds landed in Oldsmobile showrooms for the 1979 model year. It was a welcome return, with 2,499 buyers taking one home before year’s end. Our feature car is a tidy survivor, but the original… more»
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Running Project: 1974 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
The Hurst/Olds was a luxury/performance version of the Oldsmobile Cutlass, inspired by the 1960s muscle car, the 442. It was offered during nine model years spread between 1968 and 1984. The 1974 edition was selected to pace the field… more»
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62k-Mile Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
The Hurst/Olds was a product of a partnership between Oldsmobile and Hurst Performance. Beginning in 1968, it was built in small numbers and sporadically through 1984. When we usually see one of these autos, they’re either a 1983 or… more»
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455 V8 & Swivel Seats: 1975 Hurst/Olds W-30
This 1975 Hurst Olds W-30 is located in Palatine, Illinois. It is listed here on eBay in an online auction that ends in 2 days. The car is currently bid to $18,500. Oldsmobile was fortunate to team up with… more»
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Rebuilt 390 V8: 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler Project
The Hurst SC/Rambler was a rare muscle car with just 1,512 copies only built in 1969 by American Motors. So, it’s interesting that we would see two of these cars in the same week here on Barn Finds. This… more»
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Rare Muscle Car: 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler
The SC/Rambler (aka “Scrambler”) was a one-year muscle car from American Motors. It was based on the American/Rogue during that car’s last outing on the AMC roster. Armed with a 390 cubic inch V8, the 1,512 SC/Ramblers that were… more»
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Nice Looking Project: 1984 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
On nine occasions between 1968 and 1984, Oldsmobile partnered with Hurst Performance for special editions of the 442 or Cutlass Supreme. The last iterations came in 1983-84 and are noted for their (somewhat) gimmicky Lighting Rods Shifters. This ‘84… more»
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Swivel Seats: 455-Powered 1975 Hurst/Olds
By 1975, some of the hot in terms of performance U.S. offerings had already gone by the wayside, but the Hurst/Olds soldiered onward, and for the bleak period the auto industry was going through, it was pretty cool a… more»
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Museum Quality: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds Cutlass Supreme
Life was tough in the seventies if you liked cars that went fast. Between emissions regulations and various fuel crises, new car lots weren’t exactly filled with the most pulse-pounding offerings. There were some interesting choices if you wanted… more»
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Weekend Driver: 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30
As long as the analysis is based solely on performance standards from the late seventies, the 1979 Hurst/Olds was a pretty good outcome even though it was the first-ever model to not offer a 455 under the hood. Based… more»
