General Motors warmly embraced the “Bubble Top” look in the early 1960s, producing cars across its various marques that appeared remarkably light and elegant for their size. One of these was the 1961 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Coupe, and our… more»
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Apr 19, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rocket Rag Top: 1969 Oldsmobile 98
Usually covering an Oldsmobile on BF means a 442, a Toronado, maybe a standard Cutlass, but a Ninety-Eight? Not so much so. Throw in the top-down feature, and now you have something really interesting – large and in charge… more»
Apr 19, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Reasonable Project: 1964 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88
What’s so special about this 1964 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88? Ostensibly, nothing. Once, a time ago, you wouldn’t have even noticed it because they were everywhere. Oldsmobile sold about a half million cars (seventh place) in ’64 and 60K were… more»
Apr 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Collection Sale: Featuring 1967 Ford Fairlane 500XL
The seller has a half-dozen classic cars from 1957 to 1969 for sale. They cover most of the major brands and are in various states of completeness and condition. But much of the seller’s attention and effort is placed… more»
Apr 3, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
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»
Apr 3, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Original Paint: 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado
When a seller provides almost no written information about a car’s background, sometimes the photos can instead convey the story of whether or not that vehicle was either abused or loved and cared for. This 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado here… more»
Mar 31, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Two Owner Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
A known ownership history is desirable with any classic, and this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon ticks that box. The seller is the car’s second owner, purchasing it from the original owner after it had spent over twenty years buried… more»
Mar 27, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
455 SX! 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Oldsmobile’s sporty SX package added style and performance to your Cutlass Supreme coupe or convertible including rear bumper exhaust cutouts, special trim and badges, and a stout 455 V8. This specimen in Prior Lake, Minnesota comes to market as… more»
Mar 24, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Warm 350: 1976 Oldsmobile Omega Brougham
We can wander through life accepting everything that is average, from clothes to food and cars, or we can strive for the extraordinary. After all, someone once said that you will never rise above the trees unless you aim… more»
Mar 23, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Patina Project: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
“Meet the Olds F-85 Cutlass. A sweet-handling sports coupe with bucket seats and high-performance 185-H.P. Cutlass aluminum V8 at no extra cost! Cutlass – even the name is exciting! And excitement turns into action when you slip into those… more»
Mar 22, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
$600! 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Quad-442
“Talk about your new Cutlass Calais and phrases like, “How’d you ever afford this?” come up. It’s understandable, given that Cutlass Calais’ looks and performance belies its price.” So says a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais brochure. This car goes… more»
Mar 20, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
One Of A Kind Project: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
It is “a one-of-a-kind project car.” That much is clear. The midnight black cruiser started life as a front-wheel-drive 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado, an innovative design in anyone’s book. From there, its owner got the customizing bug, chopped the roof,… more»
Mar 19, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Restored W-30 Clone? 1970 Oldsmobile 442
The 442 (or 4-4-2) was Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s mid-size muscle car market. And it would remain a fixture there through the end of rear-wheel-drive in these hot cars (1987). Its name is commonly considered an abbreviation for… more»
Mar 18, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
37k-Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The Cutlass Supreme joined the Oldsmobile lineup in 1966 as an upscale mid-size coupe. Public interest would grow year after year, and it would go on to become one of the best-selling U.S.-built automobiles. This 1977 edition in Brougham… more»
Mar 14, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
FWD Muscle: 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
If you compiled a list of the most significant cars to roll off production lines in post-war America, several vehicles could be notable inclusions. The original Mustang would be a contender because it was a vehicle that almost singlehandedly… more»
Mar 13, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Project or Parts? 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser Roller
With no evidence that local manufacturers plan to reintroduce Station Wagons to their product range, buyers are faced with several choices. They can opt for an SUV, purchase an import, or search the market for a secondhand alternative. That… more»
