Muscle cars were reaching the peak of their power in 1969. Rising insurance premiums and tighter emission regulations would eventually reduce many of these potent classics to shadows of their former selves. However, manufacturers still offered potential buyers numerous… more»
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Worthwhile Project? 1969 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 Convertible
By 1969, the Oldsmobile 442 was a shining star among muscle cars. Having begun as an options package on the Cutlass and F-85 back in 1964, it became its own separate model for 1968, a title which was held… more»
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Clean California Muscle: 1969 Oldsmobile 442
The late 1960s were peak years for Detroit muscle, and Oldsmobile’s 442 was a standout thanks to its blend of performance and refinement. This 1969 Oldsmobile 442, listed here on eBay by a private seller, is described as a… more»
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33-Year Barn Find: 1976 Oldsmobile 442
Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s mid-size muscle car market race was the 442 (aka 4-4-2). This acronym is usually considered to stand for “4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and 2-exhausts”. By the mid-1970s, the car was more about image… more»
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Reasonably Priced! 1965 Oldsmobile 442
I noticed the title to a listing for an Oldsmobile and it read, “Classic 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 2dr hardtop, Good clean original car – $10,000.” OK, it got my attention, ‘da real ting for $10 large? Well, that… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1967 Oldsmobile 442 4-Speed
Here’s an opportunity to grab a true piece of Oldsmobile muscle history—this one-owner 1967 Oldsmobile 442 is listed here on eBay and appears to be a remarkably original survivor with just 58,040 miles. Still wearing its factory yellow paint… more»
Garage Find: 1972 Oldsmobile 442
There’s something undeniably attractive about purchasing a classic with a fascinating backstory. This 1972 Oldsmobile 442 ticks that box, only recently emerging after a quarter-century hibernation. The engine bay now houses a 455ci V8, but the car’s numbers-matching engine… more»
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Aeroback 4-Speed: 1979 Oldsmobile 442
Some might say the late-seventies Cutlass Salon is among the least favorites of all Oldsmobiles ever to offer a 442 package, and this era certainly doesn’t get much recognition, as there don’t seem to be very many around these… more»
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Solid California 4-Speed Convertible: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
After a rewarding first four years as an options package for the Oldsmobile F-85 and Cutlass, the 4-4-2 earned a place in the brand’s lineup as its own separate model in 1968, a position it held until 1971 when… more»
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65k Original Miles: 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 T-Top
This 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 is an extremely tidy survivor with 65,700 original miles on its odometer. It has no apparent needs and features only a single reversible modification for potential buyers craving authenticity. The first owner’s decision to… more»
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442 Inspired Muscle Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Before the minivan took the world by storm in the mid-eighties, station wagons were still the hot commodity during the previous decade for transporting large families, whether across town or cross-country. While these were a practical choice, most weren’t… more»
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1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Convertible Survivor
A long-term ownership history is viewed favorably by many enthusiasts keen to park a classic in their garage. This 1972 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible ticks that box, having been part of the same family for fifty years. It also presents… more»
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1 Of 4,273: 1986 Oldsmobile 442
When compared to some of the other Oldsmobile 442 offerings throughout history, the car was just a shadow of its former self by 1986 in the performance department, especially thinking back to the early days when a big block… more»
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455/4-Speed Barn Find: 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4-4-2
Colonnade styling was all the rage at GM dealers back in 1973, with several of the brand’s popular models getting a fresh new body, which included the Oldsmobile Cutlass. Some great news was that the 4-4-2 package could still… more»
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4-Speed Convertible: 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4-4-2
With nearly 25,000 units sold during the 1967 production run, the Oldsmobile Cutlass with the 442 package remained a popular choice among muscle car connoisseurs, although that number climbed even higher the following year when the 4-4-2 became its… more»
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Triple Black Treat: 1970 Oldsmobile 442
I must take my hat off to the current owner of this 1970 Oldsmobile 442. They acknowledge that the photos in their listing are poor, but show a willingness to forward better shots to interested parties. It is an… more»
