Oldsmobile

No Rear Doors! 1966 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

You spy a Nomadesque car like this 1966 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser and you think, wow, how unique – someone really wanted to make a statement by creating something that never existed. I have seen four-door models reduced to two,… more»

Final Year! 1984 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds

The seller of this 1984 Hurst/Olds is quick to point out that it’s not a Cutlass, and technically he’s right, although it shares the Cutlass body and many of the same components.  The last generation of the Hurst/Olds lasted… more»

Tidy Survivor: 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Although most classic car enthusiasts focus on high-performance models, pony cars, or legendary vehicles from the 1950s, a growing number crave a clean and tidy survivor offering a relaxed and enjoyable driving experience. Those people may find themselves irresistibly… more»

12k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible

There was a period during the 1970s when it appeared that time was running out for the convertible. Insurance companies were twitching at the prospect of accident claims involving roll-overs while legislators questioned their safety. Many manufacturers believed it… more»

Super Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado

“This is a land yacht you can enjoy” opines the seller of this 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. It’s a beast alright and while a progeny of its 1966 origin, it’s pretty well removed from that landmark car at the same… more»

F-85/Cutlass V8: 1964 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88

The Jetstar 88 was an entry-level offering in the Oldsmobile 88 series between 1964 and 1966. Offered in a variety of body styles, it was not to be confused with the Jetstar 1 which was a performance-oriented coupe. It… more»

Diverse Collection Of 34 Cars For Sale In Houma, Louisiana!

Barn Finds reader Chuck Foster recently spotted this diverse collection of cars for sale in Houma, Louisiana, and we’d like to thank him for keeping us in mind and sending us the tip on this multitude of great rides! … more»

Two Owner: 1970 Oldsmobile 442

The muscle car wars were still in full swing in 1970, although the end was in sight as manufacturers braced for tighter emission and safety regulations. That is why I consider classics like this 1970 Oldsmobile 442 as a… more»

Happy Holidays! Restored 1955 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Coupe

With the holidays rapidly approaching, I’d love to find this ’55 Olds in my garage with a big bow on top of it this Christmas morning. That would be a December to remember for sure. The 98 was the… more»

Well Documented: 1965 Oldsmobile 442 Sports Coupe

There are many factors to consider when assessing the relative worth of a classic requiring restoration. Apart from its overall physical condition and originality, documentation can become a factor in any determination. That is one of the strong points… more»

Classy Chassis: 1956 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday

In 1956, Oldsmobile offered at least a dozen iterations of two basic cars: the 98 and the 88. Wheelbase differentiated the 98 from the 88 – the 98 was four inches longer. Once you decided between those two –… more»

Wraparound Glass! 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado XS

The Toronado was revolutionary by Detroit standards as it was the first U.S production car with front-wheel-drive in 30 years. Between 1966 and 1970, Olds sold it as something of a GT-style performance luxury car but changed directions in… more»

Carport Find: 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30

For the record, the seller of this 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30 knows that the tires are low. He purposely keeps them low to ward off thieves. A restoration on these cars can be challenging due to finding parts but… more»

Stunning Driver: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary

If you lived through The Malaise Era, I don’t need to tell you it was a pretty miserable automotive time. However, a few vehicles from that time shine like beacons, and the 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds was one of them…. more»

Original 371 Tri-Power: 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop

Oldsmobile introduced the Third Generation of its 88 model in 1957, but it remained in production for two years. The mid-range offering was the Super 88, which sold in numbers that must have pleased management. If buyers wanted performance… more»

Dusty 455 Convertible: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Built between 1966 and 1997, the Cutlass Supreme became not only the most popular Oldsmobile but also the highest-selling model in the mid-size class. The second generation from 1968-72 included cars that were not only well equipped but could… more»

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