Oldsmobile

NASCAR Nose: 1976 Oldsmobile 442

A couple of the jalopies I drove in my youth were what my late father would have referred to as mile cars, as in they appeared OK from about that far away.  But this Oldsmobile 442 wouldn’t fall into… more»

215 Aluminum V8: 1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass

The F-85 was Oldsmobile’s first compact automobile and the Cutlass was the top trim level. It was only in production for three years (1961 to 1963) before General Motors promoted all of its non-Chevrolet compacts to mid-sized vehicles in… more»

Montana Find: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham

Looking as if it may be the nicest example left on the planet for this unusual model, in the preferred two-door body style, this 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham appears to be in outstanding condition. This one is almost… more»

61K Original Miles! 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

Yesterday we reviewed a 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais “International” edition and today, we’re going to wind it back a bit to the Colonnade years (’73-’77) with this very green ’73 Cutlass S. It was this generation, the ’76 in… more»

Survivor! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Two-Door Coupe

The Cutlass nameplate first described a sports coupe concept way back in 1954. Oldsmobile equipped the car with a louvered backlight, swivel seats, a vertical dash, and finned fiberglass bodywork sitting on a 110-inch wheelbase. The car was displayed… more»

One-Year Styling: 1961 Oldsmobile 98

For most of the second half of the 20th Century, the 98 (also spelled Ninety Eight and Ninety-Eight) was Oldsmobile’s top-of-the-line car. If you wanted more luxury or creature comforts, you’d have to go for a Cadillac. The name… more»

425-Powered 1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible

There’s nothing like a big ole American convertible, especially a big red convertible! Well, back in ’67 Oldsmobile did it as well as anyone did with their Delta 88 drop-top. Today’s find is a 115K mile resident of Hanover,… more»

39k Original Miles: 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Choosing a worthy project candidate can be fraught with danger, particularly for those tackling their first build. The world is littered with individuals who have placed their ambitions ahead of their abilities, biting off more than they can chew…. more»

No Reserve: 1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible

Enthusiasts seeking a drop-top motoring experience are spoiled for choice because most manufacturers from the 1960s and early 1970s offered some exciting alternatives in their pony and muscle car ranges. However, what if you wanted a car offering more… more»

Airport Transporter: 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado Jetway 707

When it came to passenger comfort considerations, one obvious advantage the Oldsmobile Toronado had over most competitors back in the sixties was front-wheel drive, which eliminated both the driveshaft and raised hump in the center floorboard, providing a nice… more»

You Complete It! 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass

OK, this one’s a real “partspalooza”! It’s a 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Sports Coupe and has an oft-told tale to tell, “Selling our project car – not enough time to work on it now. Started with my son who… more»

Rare Color: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

By 1976, the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme was quickly on its way to becoming America’s sweetheart car, taking the prize for the country’s best-selling model during the bicentennial.  Quad headlights up front replaced the dual units from the previous year… more»

Driving Project: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

Some enthusiasts will hesitate when confronted with the notion of completing another person’s unfinished project build. That is understandable because doing so represents venturing into the unknown. However, this 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S shows promise. Most of its rust… more»

1 of 630: 1972 Hurst/Olds Pace Car

Oldsmobile and Hurst Performance collaborated on nine occasions to release a limited-production muscle car, dubbed the Hurst/Olds. And only on two occasions did one of them pace the field at the annual Indianapolis 500 race. The first time was… more»

Well-Maintained Driver: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

Even in base form, the 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass was a sporty-looking car on the outside, with its sculpted quarter panels and sloped roofline in the rear, but buying a Cutlass S model took it up a notch by adding… more»

Lightning Rods! 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds

At various times between 1968 and 1984, Oldsmobile would partner with Hurst Performance for some limited-edition muscle cars. The best-selling of these automobiles came in the form of the 1983 and 1984 Hurst/Olds which came with the unique Lightning… more»

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