It was changing time at Oldsmobile in 1978, a year that ushered in a new diesel engine while ushering out the last of the really big, big cars, the Toronado. As a last hurrah, Oldsmobile offered, for its second… more»
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Original 400/4-Speed: 1967 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
This 1967 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 possesses an undeniable “wow” factor. That is understandable, as it has only clocked 2,800 miles since undergoing a meticulous restoration. The builder followed a faithful path, retaining this classic’s original 400ci V8. It is ideal… more»
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Award-Winner: 1967 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 Four-Speed
I am not a “get my car judged” kind of collector, but the math alone tells me that a 946 out of 1000 from the Oldsmobile Club of America is a pretty good score, and according to the selling… more»
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Well-Optioned Muscle: 1971 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 W30
A case could be made that the rare 4-4-2 with the W30 Performance Package was the strongest muscle car in the General Motors lineup for 1971. In their October 1970 issue, Motor Trend tested pre-production examples of General Motors’ most… more»
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Award Winning Rarity: 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
Whoa, what do we have here? A turbocharged 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire, and it’s a pretty rare bird. I looked into the BF archives and found only one that has been reviewed in the last seven years, and I can’t… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
UPDATE: This beautiful 1971 Cutlass Supreme is still for sale, but it’s now offered here on eBay (still in Tucson, Arizona) with an asking price of $38,500 or Best Offer. Barn Finder Curvette spotted it and sent it our way. From… more»
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30k-Miles: Unrestored 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
Except for Cadillac, all the auto divisions of General Motors had a mid-size muscle car in 1964. At Oldsmobile, it was the 4-4-2 (later 442). The name was a play on the car’s set-up, i.e., “four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual… more»
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Well-Sorted Survivor: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Barn Find Revival
Not every barn find needs years of work before it can be enjoyed, and this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass listed on craigslist in Morton, Pennsylvania, appears to be a good example of that sweet spot. Priced at $7,500, this Cutlass… more»
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Supercharged SBC Wagon! 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
One of the cool factors of the first and second generation Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is those fun skylights on top, but the coolness of this one goes beyond that, as it’s got a great surprise hiding under the hood. … more»
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Uncommon Convertible: 1968 Oldsmobile Delmont 88
Years ago, when an auto manufacturer offered a convertible body style, it was usually made available on the top model or trim level. That was half true for Oldsmobile in 1968 as its range-topping Ninety-Eight model was offered in… more»
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Classy Colonnade: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
The Cutlass Supreme debuted in 1966 as another competitor in the growing personal luxury car segment. For the next 20 years, it was one of America’s best-selling automobiles, reaching first place in 1977. The seller has a low mileage… more»
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Rare 425 4-Speed Sedan: 1966 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
If you drop in to Barn Finds with any regularity, chances are at least even that you’ve seen the 1973 Burt Reynolds film White Lightning, where Reynolds plays protagonist Gator McClusky, a moonshine runner with revenge on his mind. If you’ve seen… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency
Originating from the good old days when auto manufacturers placed as much importance on a coupe as the sedan version of their flagship model comes this 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency, and this one may be one of the lowest-mileage… more»
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Autobahn Package: 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
The Oldsmobile Aurora remains one of the more impressive vehicles GM has made in recent memory, but also a cautionary tale of how brand identity and engineering still rule the day at the upper end of the market. The… more»
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41k Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
A reduction in size was in store for several popular GM offerings for 1978, and the Oldsmobile Cutlass was no exception, with the fifth-generation cars losing significant length and weight compared to their predecessors. Fortunately, even after the changes,… more»
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One of 1,165 Built: 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30
By the late 1970s, true factory muscle cars were becoming rare, which makes this 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst W-30 a particularly interesting find. Listed on craigslist with an asking price of $14,700, this car represents one of the final… more»
