Hiding in this garage is a rare classic in a “big picture” sense. Although Oldsmobile produced an impressive 115,001 examples of the 1972 Delta 88 Royale across all body types, only around 3,900 buyers selected the Convertible. This is… more»
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Jun 1, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1 of 473: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale
Oldsmobile built its last convertible in 1975 (at least until 1990). Mounting Federal safety pressures had put a target on the backs of the U.S.-built drop-top. So, Oldsmobile would pull the plug on the body style that year, although… more»
Nov 14, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Only 19,800 Miles: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
After one run through eBay’s auction process, this Oldsmobile missed the seller’s reserve by just a hair, ending on Nov 2 at $15,600. So this time, he has decided to conduct a no-reserve auction in hopes that the price… more»
Oct 25, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
12k Original Miles: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Convertible
There was a period during the 1970s when it appeared that time was running out for the convertible. Insurance companies were twitching at the prospect of accident claims involving roll-overs while legislators questioned their safety. Many manufacturers believed it… more»
Apr 20, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Real Barn Find! 1971 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Drop-Top
For the second half of the 20th Century, the 88 nameplate was a mainstay of the Oldsmobile lineup. It was often the entry-level “big” car (but it was still nicely trimmed) and several variants were included over the years,… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Royalty! A Pair Of Royale Sabres
The Royale Sabre was a component car designed and produced by a Brit named John Barlow from (sources vary) the late 1980’s through 1996, mainly for the European market. These two are claimed to be the only two imported… more»
May 12, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Clean Survivor: 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale
Remember the GM advertising slogan, “Not Your Father’s Oldsmobile?” In the case of this 1972 Delta 88, it really is the seller’s father’s Oldsmobile and looks to have been well kept over the past five decades. Other than some… more»
Feb 28, 2021 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Shed Find: 1972 Oldsmobile 88 Royale Convertible
Nearly 50 years ago, this car could have been your father’s Oldsmobile: the 1972 Delta 88 Royale convertible. It was big and beautiful and moderately equipped as to not take anything away from the luxurious 98 Series. This edition… more»
Nov 25, 2018 • For Sale • 22 Comments
All Original: 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale
This 1970 Oldsmobile is a nice looking car that is said to be completely original. The advertisement for the car is a bit sparse on details, and there are only three photos supplied as well, but it is still… more»
