This promising St. Louis, Missouri classic seeks a new owner for the first time… ever. It’s taken me a few decades to warm up to the first-generation “442,” and today this particular 1965 Oldsmobile 442 looks just right. More… more»
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Mar 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 29 Comments
Slick Conversion: 1934 Oldsmobile Henney Hearse
We have featured some unique and interesting Henney conversions but this 1934 Oldsmobile takes the cake. With great styling and lines, this conversion almost looks more like a gangsters limousine than a hearse. Very complete, but in need of… more»
Feb 21, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Running Barn Find: 1969 Olds Cutlass Convertible
Here’s a surprise — a “barn find” on a trailer? No, no no, Jamie, that’s not it! The surprise is that it’s a former barn find that actually runs and drives! I’m guessing this shot was chosen to document… more»
Feb 20, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Two Cars, Four Shifters: 1975 and 1983 Hurst/Olds
Here’s a conundrum: how do you buy two cars, but end up with four shifters? One of them must be a 1983 or ’84 Hurst/Olds with the incredible Lightning Rod shifter, which has—count ’em—three levers sprouting out of the… more»
Feb 17, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Package Deal! 1975 Hurst Oldsmobile Starter Kit
Multiple authorities reading the tea leaves of future collectible cars identify General Motors’ suite of Colonnade coupes as likely “buy low, sell high” opportunities. This advice has been around for nearly a decade, but it’s not too late to… more»
Feb 16, 2018 • For Sale • 34 Comments
14K Original Miles: Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Once a common fixture on U.S. roads, the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme has gradually disappeared as these handsome coupes and sedans hit the bottom of the depreciation curve. The convertible models still enjoy a strong following, as do the final… more»
Feb 15, 2018 • Uncategorized • 42 Comments
Original Owner! 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350
A handful of muscle cars reveal their identity from across a football field, and this 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350 makes the short list. I remember when you could buy these cars for $3500 a few times a year,… more»
Feb 13, 2018 • Uncategorized • 36 Comments
Baby Blues: 1962 Oldsmobile Cutlass F85
Once upon a time in the land of smoke and rust, the leaders gazed upon their kingdom of cars and proclaimed, “We should make smaller ones”. At Ford, there arose the Falcon. Chrysler made a Valiant effort. And from the General there sprang first… more»
Feb 10, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1963 Oldsmobile F85 Deluxe Cutlass Coupe
One-year only cars are always worth a look, and this survivor-grade 1963 Oldsmobile F85 Deluxe Cutlass Coupe is no different. With a largely straight body and the desirable ultra high compression 215CI aluminum V8, we’re glad that Barn Finds reader Jim… more»
Feb 4, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
$5,900 Hauler: 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Ahhh.. the good ol’ days when a car company would totally redesign a vehicle for a two-year production run. This 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser looks like a jewel and it’s posted on Craigslist or here on the CL archive…. more»
Jan 31, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Triple Black Project: 1965 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible
If you’re anything like me, then you love large 1960s American convertibles. GM had a plentiful amount of convertible selections from the mid-late 1960s all of which would be an excellent choice for the most fun convertible activity: cruising…. more»
Jan 31, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Original Owner: 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
This California for life 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has only one owner, who is now selling the car here on eBay. Actually technically a friend is listing it for him, but all questions will be forwarded to the owner…. more»
Jan 29, 2018 • Uncategorized • 28 Comments
One Family Find: 1970 Olds Cutlass Convertible
“Parked and garaged since the mid-1980s,” this one-family 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible waits for a new owner in Clemmons, North Carolina, with a listing here on eBay. It’s refreshing to see someone letting go of a family heirloom… more»
Jan 23, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rusty Gold: 1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire Turbo!
Jetfire! There aren’t many car names cooler or more space age than that. This 1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire is an almost all original survivor and it’s listed on eBay with a buy-it-now price of $6,000 or you can make… more»
Jan 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Humpty Dumpty: 1974 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
There’s always a healthy debate (discussion?) (argument?) when a third-generation 442 comes up. This 1974 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 is an incomplete project car so the next owner will need a lot of talent and money to finish it. We… more»
Jan 21, 2018 • Uncategorized • 39 Comments
Handsome Hatchback: 1973 Oldsmobile Omega
First year cars always get me. Sometimes it’s best to steer clear of them because they had bugs to work out which often took a year or two, and sometimes, they’re worth a gamble. This 1973 Oldsmobile Omega looks… more»
