Every car model will reach what is known as the high-water mark. That is that moment when it reaches a peak, and for the Oldsmobile 442, 1970 was that year. General Motors released the shackles on Oldsmobile, and the… more»
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Feb 12, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rarely Seen: 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350
One of Oldsmobile’s most unusual offerings had to have been this 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350. The year 1970 was pivotal as insurance rates and gas costs would soon rise, not to mention regulations and emissions requirements coming to the… more»
Feb 10, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Stored 30 Years: 1955 Oldsmobile 88
The mid-1950s proved to be a boom for automobile sales, especially Oldsmobile which saw an increase of 65 percent just from 1954 to 1955. The 88 was the bread winner at Olds, including this dormant 1955 2-door sedan. Although… more»
Feb 10, 2021 • For Sale • 30 Comments
31k Original Miles: 1987 Oldsmobile 442
The 1987 model year marked the end of the line for the rear-wheel-drive Oldsmobile 442. The badge would later be revived in a front-wheel-drive version, but this never captured enthusiasts’ hearts in the same way that its predecessors had…. more»
Jan 26, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
455 Powered: 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
The fourth generation Oldsmobile Cutlass is known as the Colonnade body style based on the A-Body platform. This particular example is a 1975 model that is located in Austin, Texas. The car is black on black and equipped with… more»
Jan 25, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Aluminum V8: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
While the early compacts launched by American Motors and Studebaker were rather ordinary, some of General Motors’ versions were not. For example, the Chevy Corvair used an air-cooled, rear-mounted engine, while the Oldsmobile F-85 had an aluminum, high compression… more»
Jan 24, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Tidy classic station wagons will always attract plenty of attention, especially when they are as nice as this 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. These are such a cool looking vehicle, and the additional glass in the roof gives these giants… more»
Jan 22, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Hertz Rent-A-Racer: 1983 Hurst/Olds
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Hurst/Olds, Oldsmobile and Hurst rolled out a special edition for 1983, known today for their Hurst Lightning Rod floor shifters. These cars shared their bodies with the Cutlass Calais/Supreme, and came only… more»
Jan 19, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sharp Cutlass: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
It’s Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass month here at Barn Finds! I’m kidding, but we recently saw a “patina”-heavy example, and here is another 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass that appears to need some help in the paint department. The seller has… more»
Jan 19, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Last Year Made: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88
Except for the ‘76 Cadillac Eldorado, 1975 was the last year for convertibles at General Motors. Well, at least for a while (they would make a comeback in the 1980s). Oldsmobile built its last Delta 88 ragtops in 1975,… more»
Jan 13, 2021 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Field Of Cars And Trucks: Bring Cash And Trailer!
This place looks like an American Pickers dream for old cars and trucks! Here’s a goldmine of Detroit vehicles, but there are some imports in there, too. If you see something you like from the listing, the best bet… more»
Jan 11, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Massive Muscle Car And Memorabilia Auction!
Mecum is conducting an auction of nearly 200 cars and assorted memorabilia. Most of the cars are from the heyday of the muscle car era, but not entirely. The site of the auction is Rick Treworgy’s Muscle Car City… more»
Jan 6, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
One Owner: 58k Mile 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The Cutlass Supreme was one of the best-selling U.S. nameplates during its long production run and was #1 in 1976 and several more times thereafter. The third generation Cutlass models (1973-77) employed General Motors’ Colonnade styling which eliminated framed… more»
Jan 4, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Almost Like New: 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
I started driving in the era when this 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado was made so I will always have a soft spot for vehicles from the mid to late-1970s. I know that it’s popular to dump on it for being… more»
Jan 3, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Stored 40 Years: 1963 Oldsmobile Jetfire Turbo
Rocketing onto the market in 1962, Oldsmobile’s Jetfire was part of their F-85 lineup and they were a kick, using Oldsmobile’s “Turbo Rocket Fluid” to give 215 horsepower – one horsepower per cubic inch – to this somewhat small,… more»
Jan 3, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Supercar Go Kart: 1987 Oldsmobile Aerotech Quad 4
I thought my go kart days were behind me. After a short dalliance with one as a project I chose not to pursue, I felt a sense of relief when it found a new owner; you can read about… more»
