In 1969, when most buyers went into an Oldsmobile dealer to get a mid-size station wagon, they left with a Vista Cruiser. You know, the one with the raised roof and see-thru skylights. Four times as many VCs were… more»
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Bigger 403 V8! 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
One of Oldsmobile’s best-selling cars was the Cutlass Supreme, part of the lineup from 1966 to 1997. It was usually distinguished by its formal roofline and a higher level of trim. As a mid-size car, the Cutlass was downsized… more»
Low Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale
Carmel, Indiana is the home of this 1977 Olds Delta 88 Royale, a low-mileage original that is sitting here on ebay with an asking price of $11,000 but the tantalizing words, “or best offer” also displayed. If you’re looking… more»
Real Barn Find: 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Project
1968 was a special time for the 4-4-2, as the car finally achieved its separate stand-alone model status instead of just being an option on the Cutlass, along with the body also getting a redesign this year. The seller… more»
Updated Survivor? 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire
The seller of this beautiful 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire says that it’s a survivor and is pretty much the way it came from the factory, but has been repainted and had a few other upgrades to keep it working and… more»
No Reserve Black Plate: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
In a previous article, I described the Chevrolet Corvair as one of the most significant new models to emerge in post-war America. I based my belief on the company’s “clean” sheet design approach, and the same could be argued… more»
Baked, But Solid: 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Brougham Station Wagon
When choosing a project candidate, enthusiasts who aren’t attached to the idea of performing significant rust repairs will often focus on cars from a dry climate. This is understandable because while they often feature baked paint, they are typically… more»
Not Your Father’s Oldsmobile? 1988 Toronado Trofeo
Introduced in 1966, the Oldsmobile Toronado was GM’s first entry into front-wheel-drive. It was a lavish automobile that became popular in the personal luxury segment. By the mid-1980s, sales were in decline, so the Olds gurus added the sporty… more»
Update: 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire
UPDATE 01/01/2024: The New Year has hardly begun, and we are confronted with a classic that, on the face of it, appears to be a relist following a non-paying buyer. We previously saw this 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire in November… more»
BF Auction: 1962 Oldsmobile Cutlass F85 Convertible
Oldsmobile introduced the Cutlass to its model range in 1961 and immediately scored a sales success. Initially only offered in 4-door Sedan and Station Wagon forms, the F-85 Convertible joined the range in late 1962. Our feature car is… more»
Stunning Driver: 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Convertible
Buying a classic Convertible in the dead of winter may not seem logical, but it could be the ideal time to park one in your garage. Prices tend to drop slightly during cold months, and securing one now allows… more»
1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham
“You went through the school of hard knocks. So you know a smart buy when you see it. This one is right at home.” That makes little sense unless you know that the brochure photo related to this 1983… more»
Assortment of 1970s, 1980s and 1990s Vehicles
This collection is newer than most you find. Rather than focusing on the 1950s or the 1960s, this bunch is no older than 44 years. And as new as 24 years. There seems to be no rhyme or reason… more»