Another new series for olds this year came with the cutlass supreme, introduced as just a single model the previous year. I gave it a 4 star because i would have liked even more pictures of their cars. Introduced as an option package for ussold f85 and cutlass models, it became a model in its own right from 1968 to 1971, spawned the hurstolds in 1968, then reverted to an option through the mid1970s. Research used 1965 oldsmobile values for all models. As conservative as gms senior management was, they were not oblivious to success. The 442 was technically the b09 police apprehender option which included the fourbarrel carbureted 330 cubicinch v8 with dual exhaust and 310 horsepower. The second video is one i hope you will take the time to watch. Unfollow 1974 hurst olds to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The oldsmobile 442 was oldsmobile s entry in the supercar wars of the midsixties and early seventies. Unfollow 1971 oldsmobile 442 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Access online used parts and accessories for 1970 oldsmobile 442 vehicles.
During its time as a division of general motors, it slotted into the middle of gms five divisions above chevrolet, and. Opgi carries thousands of classic gm restoration parts and accessories offered in 14 free catalogs. Our 1970 oldsmobile 442 inventory changes by the hour and includes frontrear bumpers, doors, hoods, headlights, taillights, mirrors, wheels, engines and more. Find 1970 oldsmobile 442 classic cars for sale on oodle classifieds. The factory broadcast card with the allimportant w30 designation found on it, was found under one of. Restore your 1969 cutlass 442 with premium quality restoration parts and accessories from original parts group.
Use our vin decoder to find more information about the history of your car. The name was revived in the 1980s on the rearwheel drive cutlass. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. The hurst olds were the only formal hardtops to get w30 engines. We have the largest selection of cutlass, 442 and hurst olds parts available. Fast and rare, an original 1970 oldsmobile 442 w30 convertible set for auction by russo and steele 11252015 a highly original 1970 oldsmobile 442 w30 4speed convertible, will hit the auction ring in january during russo and steeles 16th annual scottsdale sale. A hot girl driving one smoking hot olds 442 rag top in my favorite black and red colors. The suspension, shocks, clutch, transmission, driveshaft, brakes, and wheels were.
This is the muscle car history to owna richly illustrated chronicle of americas greatest highperformance cars, told from their 1960s beginning through the present day in the 1960s, three incendiary ingredientsdeveloping v8 engine technology, a culture consumed by the need for speed, and 75 million baby boomers entering the auto marketexploded in the form of the factory muscle car. Oldsmobile 442s are another true muscle car and convertibles are one of very low production, with only 2,993 oldsmobile 442 convertibles made for. The oldsmobile 442 also known as the 442 is a muscle car produced by oldsmobile. The only way to confirm if its a 442 by vin that year is if the engine code is x. Unfortunately, we only support translating vin numbers from cars built between 1965 and 1972 as of now. That meant it was a 455 w30 engine which was a 442 exclusive. In 1964, the oldsmobile division decided to revive its performance image by releasing the 442 option to the cutlass line. Automatic transmission assemblies free delivery possible on eligible purchases.
The supreme was the only series in which the popular 442 option and highmileage turnpike cruiser option could be ordered. Although it was never as lauded or as popular as the pontiac gto or dodge charger, it outlived many of its rivals and helped pave way for oldsmobiles ascendancy in the 1970s. In 1968, gm had a corporate edict that forbade the installation of any engine larger than 400 cubic inches in an intermediate body. Looking to sale the car may consider parting it out. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. In 1968, the 442, the cutlass it was based on, and all other gm abody intermediates saw a major. The oldsmobile cutlass was a range of automobiles produced by general motors oldsmobile division between 1961 and 1999. Thus, the 442 had a 400, the chevelle a 396 and the gto a 389. I cannot confirm if the engine is original or not but i do know it is a. The 442 s power rating jumped to 360, and with it, gearheads everywhere began to take notice. Has 70 w30 option such as ram air hood,w30 455 aluminum intake and rear end cover,his and hers shifter and ralley steering wheel.
Whether youve been an opgi customer for many years, or this is your first time ordering with us, we look forward to serving you now and in the future. History of the 19681972 oldsmobile 442 buoyed by the success of the pontiac gto, in 1964 oldsmobile began stuffing big v8s into its midsize abody hardtops and creating the 442, which variously during its lifetime stood for fourbarrel v8, fourspeed transmission and two exhausts. The oldsmobile 442 first appeared for the 1964 model year as a variant of the cutlass and f85. The oldsmobile 442 was oldsmobiles entry in the supercar wars of the midsixties and early seventies. Results include ads from the february, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news.
Auction results and sales data for 1969 oldsmobile 442. The th400 ow code transmission was used in automatic w30s for the 68 w30ho, and the 6971 w30s. The 442 signified the engines fourbarrel carb, fourspeed manual transmission, and dual exhaust. The oldsmobile 442 also known as the 442 is a muscle car produced by oldsmobile between the 1964 and 1987 model years. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Introduced as an option package for ussold f85 and cutlass models, it became a model in its own right from 1968 to 1971, spawned the hurst olds in 1968, then reverted to an option through the mid1970s. Bringing you the best in classic muscle cars and other exceptional automobiles 1970 oldsmobile 442 w30 455370 hp, 4speed see more. Gto, lemans, tempest, grand prix, bonneville, catalina. Scroll down the list below to find classic oldsmobiles, beginning with the horseless carriage curved dash oldsmobile and continuing through classic oldsmobile 88 and oldsmobile 98 motorcars, futuramic, super 88, rocket 88, starfire, holiday, j2, fiesta wagon, dynamic 88, delta 88, f85, cutlass, 442, w30, toronado, vista cruiser wagon and more. The hurst olds disappeared from the lineup, but it would return for future model years although the hurst shifters remained optional. Jan 22, 2014 the four speed would be the same as in a 442. The images shown are representations of the 1969 oldsmobile 442 and not necessarily vehicles that have been bought or sold at auction. It produced over 35 million vehicles, including at least 14 million built at its lansing, michigan factory alone.
We purchased the obsolete parts inventories of many of the midwest oldsmobile dealers in the late 1970s and as a result we have the largest supply of nos oldsmobile. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Please note the following vehicle location is at our clients home and not in cadillac, michigan. Nos 19671968 olds cutlass 442 8898 accessory front floor mat pair blue 982278 fits. Starting in 1972, the vin changes in a couple of ways. Jan 21, 2016 unearthed 1970 oldsmobile cutlass 442 and sx convertible gregory gilpin. This olds boasts a history of preservation, with nearly three decades of careful storage until 2004, when it was brought to 442 specialist steve minore, who confirmed the cars originality and correctness, and provided a detailed rocket report and certificate of authenticity. Black vinyl roof, factory ac, amfm, power windows, power bench seat, red line tires and original wheel covers. Oldsmobile 442s for sale used on oodle classifieds. Search from 169 oldsmobile cars for sale, including a used 1994.
Browse interior and exterior photos for 1979 oldsmobile 442. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1971 oldsmobile 442. Fast and rare, an original 1970 oldsmobile 442 w30. Original numbers matching 1967 oldsmobile 442 survivor.
So, olds changed the carb configuration to three twobarrels from a single four barrel. It shows what was going on during that time period 197079 ect. This book is worth its weight in gold when it comes to restoring an oldsmobile, believe me. Shop, watch video walkarounds and compare prices on oldsmobile cars listings. Great deals from booksforcars in oldsmobile ebay stores. Nov 10, 2016 a 1974 oldsmobile 442 sitting locked away in a garage for decades is a survivor of the colonnadedesign era. Throughout the 1950s and early 1960s, oldsmobile changed focus and became more of a family car rather than a performance machine. The engine is now included as the fifth digit and the 442 model status is gone. All original with only 9750 miles, thats right less than. Restored oldsmobile 442 rekindles a teenage love affair. In 1968 hurst and oldsmobile were in the first year of the hurst olds program.
When the gto became a hit, the engineering policy committee slapped pete estes on the wrist and changed the enginedisplacement rule to allow the abody intermediates to use engines up to 400 cu. Vintage parts for 1967 oldsmobile 442 for sale ebay. Enjoy low prices, helpful experts, and unparalleled customer service. Cutlass models included a convertible, twodoor coupe and twodoor hardtop. Starting in 65, the term meant 400 cid, 4bbl carb, and 4speed trans. Jan 24, 2018 1970 oldsmobile 442 title 41k miles vin 344 automatic ram air hood hood in good shape, ram air breather in tack, car body is rusty, motor last cranked 4 years ago. I still remember the cutlass being the standout seller of the 80s and the. Oldsmobile was a brand of american automobiles produced for most of its existence by general motors. Although it was never as lauded or as popular as the pontiac gto or dodge charger, it outlived many of its rivals and helped pave way for oldsmobile s ascendancy in the 1970s this week, we look at the history of the oldsmobile cutlass and 442. The muscle car era peaked in 1970 and oldsmobile went all in, dropping the 400 engine from the 442 in favor of the bigtorque 455. Restored oldsmobile 442 rekindles a teenage love affair driving. This car was built 36 years ago by me and nothing has been done to it since then. Shifter mogul george hurst had a 68 442 that he had swapped an olds 455 into, and found the swap to be not only successful, but relatively simple. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique car parts, used trucks, used atvs, and other commercial vehicles for sale.
Browse interior and exterior photos for 1973 oldsmobile 442. Find 1968 oldsmobile 442s for sale on oodle classifieds. One of the oldsmobile engineers asked the hurst team to assist in the build of an experimental vehicle, the fwd olds. The 442 had been sitting in a barn in indiana for quite some time, n my opinion the floor and trunk pans dont need to be replaced, hey are repairable in the problem areas. History of the 19641967 oldsmobile cutlass a longer 115inch wheelbase and attractive new styling helped the completely redesigned 1964 f85cutlass become oldsmobile s bestselling line. Find 1970 oldsmobile 442s for sale on oodle classifieds. Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1968 oldsmobile 442 history the oldsmobile 442 also known as. Research used 1984 oldsmobile values for all models. Fred shares he first saw the car when taking to a gentleman who was putting a hurst olds history book together. When the package for the abody f85 and cutlass launched in 1964, the moniker stood for fourbarrel. Apr 29, 2017 1969 442 with a 455 engine 400 turbo transmission and 3. This car was ordered in twilight blue, ith ablack interior, ndblack stripes.
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