We can wander through life accepting everything that is average, from clothes to food and cars, or we can strive for the extraordinary. After all, someone once said that you will never rise above the trees unless you aim… more»
Oldsmobile
Patina Project: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
“Meet the Olds F-85 Cutlass. A sweet-handling sports coupe with bucket seats and high-performance 185-H.P. Cutlass aluminum V8 at no extra cost! Cutlass – even the name is exciting! And excitement turns into action when you slip into those… more»
$600! 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Quad-442
“Talk about your new Cutlass Calais and phrases like, “How’d you ever afford this?” come up. It’s understandable, given that Cutlass Calais’ looks and performance belies its price.” So says a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais brochure. This car goes… more»
Restored W-30 Clone? 1970 Oldsmobile 442
The 442 (or 4-4-2) was Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s mid-size muscle car market. And it would remain a fixture there through the end of rear-wheel-drive in these hot cars (1987). Its name is commonly considered an abbreviation for… more»
37k-Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The Cutlass Supreme joined the Oldsmobile lineup in 1966 as an upscale mid-size coupe. Public interest would grow year after year, and it would go on to become one of the best-selling U.S.-built automobiles. This 1977 edition in Brougham… more»
FWD Muscle: 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
If you compiled a list of the most significant cars to roll off production lines in post-war America, several vehicles could be notable inclusions. The original Mustang would be a contender because it was a vehicle that almost singlehandedly… more»
385 HP Personal Luxury Car: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
This 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado is located in Jacksonville, Florida. This was the introductory year for the front-wheel-drive Toronado and its stunning modern looks. It is listed here on eBay for auction with four days remaining at no reserve. The… more»
Stored 20+ Years: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
“Convincing friends of your practicality may be a little difficult – when you’re nestled comfortably behind the wheel of this contemporary classic. But you’ll have all the facts you need to make your case, because all of Supreme’s practical… more»
1,300 Mile 1989 Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo
There is perhaps no more distinct transformation between generations of a mass-produced vehicle than the 3rd-to-4th generation evolution of the Oldsmobile Toronado. The earlier version of Oldsmobile’s two-door was a classic GM product with a half-vinyl top, wire-style hubcaps,… more»
See the Sights: 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
The station wagon was killed by the minivan – true or false? Like so many things in life, it’s a gray area. The advent of the minivan most certainly defeated many a wagon sale. But the real answer derives… more»
Stunning Presentation: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S
Many cars from the mid to late 1970s spent years in the automotive wilderness. They emerged from factories when emission regulations had taken an enormous bite out of engine power, and performance was typically lackluster. However, that has changed… more»
66k Original Miles: 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
All of us have a car or two that we wish we had never sold. One of mine was a 1983 Cutlass Supreme that we had for more than a dozen years and it was darn reliable. So, this… more»
Untouched Original? 1950 Oldsmobile 88
Oldsmobile began brewing its OHV V8 engine during the 1945-1946 union strike that shut down GM production. Without much to do, Oldsmobile engine developer Gilbert Burrell sketched several new architectures, including a 90° V8. With approval and funding from the… more»
455 V8 Rare Color: 1969 Oldsmobile 442
Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s muscle car craze was the 442 (or 4-4-2). The accepted explanation for the name is that it stood for 4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and dual exhaust. The seller’s 1969 edition may be rare… more»