Jetfire

Turbo Pioneer: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire

Today we accept turbocharged engines as an integral part of automotive technology, but in 1962, it seemed to be the stuff of science fiction. This perception was undoubtedly helped by automotive manufacturers adding some pretty impressive labels to the… more»

The Turbo-Rocket: 1962 Oldsmobile F85 Jetfire

Reader Frank C has been tasked by this Jetfire’s original owner’s family to find a good home for it. If you don’t know about the F85 Jetfire, these are very special machines, with the first production turbocharged engine! It’s… more»