Documented Concours Quality 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-3o 1 Of 563 Produced Show Car on 2040-cars
Year:1971Mileage:63753Color: Chrome
Location:
Boulder City, Nevada, United States
1971
OLDSMOBILE 4-4-2 W-30
Concours Quality • World Class Show Car • Flawless Driver
1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
Rocket 455 • TH400 Automatic
Full Numbers Matching • Documented Original W-30
Complete
Ground-Up/Bare Metal/Nut and Bolt Restoration
Original Broadcast Manifest • 1 of 563 Produced
Lifetime 4-4-2 Previous Owner
• Verifiable Restoration Process • Top National
Car
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•
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1971 Oldsmobile
4-4-2 W-30
VIN: 344871M141233
Currently Showing on Odometer: 63,753 (exempt)
Engine: 455 cubic inch V8
Transmission: 3-Speed Turbo-Hydramatic 400
Exterior, Lower: Sierra (67) White Paint Stripes (A)
Exterior, Upper: Sandalwood Vinyl Roof
(E)
Interior: Parchment Pearl Vinyl/Bucket Seats
(937)
Built: January 28, 1971 -
Lansing, Michigan
Over 201 high resolution pictures below.
Standard
Equipment
Strato Bucket Seats with
Bright Molding
Adjustable Headrests
Rosewood Dash and Side
Panels and Console Vinyl Trim
Deluxe Front and Rear
Armrests with Bright Molding and Backplates
Padded Dash
Cigar Lighter
Floor and Lower Door Panel
Carpeting
Body Side and Trunk Lid
Paint Stripes
Twin Recessed Black Out
Grilles
Exhaust Cut-Out Rear Bumper
Chrome Wheel Lip Molding
"442" Grille, Front Fender
and Trunk Badges
Hood, Drip and Trunk Lid
Edge Molding
Flo-Thru Ventilation
Rallye Heavy Duty Coil
Spring Suspension
Front and Rear Sway Bars
Heavy Duty Drive Shaft
Boxed Rear Lower Control
Arms
Full Dual Exhaust System
Full Size Spare on Matching
Super Stock I Wheel
Jack/Tools
Optional Equipment
Four-Season Air Conditioning
(C60)
4-Spoke Sport Steering Wheel
(N34)
Sport Center Console with
Locking Storage
(W26)
4-Way Power Driver's Seat
(A46)
Tilt Steering Wheel
(N33)
Trunk Light (U25)
Underhood Light (U26)
Glove Box Light (U27)
Rear Console Courtesy Light
Inside Rear View Mirror with
Integral Light (UF1)
Courtesy and Map Lights
(U29)
Pushbutton AM/FM Stereo
(U58)
8-Track Tape Player
(U57)
Rear Speaker (U80)
Interior Hood Lock
(T44)
Power Trunk Release
(A90)
Deluxe Lap and Shoulder
Belts (AK1)
Vinyl Roof (C08)
Soft-Ray Tinted Glass
(A01)
Electric Rear Defrost
(C49)
Rear Deck Spoiler
(W35)
Super Stock I Wheels
(P05)
Vario-Ratio Power Steering
(N47)
Power Front Disc Brakes
(JL2)
Trunk Liner and Mat
3.23 Performance
Axle (G91)
20-Gallon Fuel Tank
W-30 Performance Package
Rocket 455 Cubic Inch V8
Engine (factory blueprinted)
350 gross horsepower @ 4,700
(300 net)
460 ft-lb gross torque @
3,200 (410 net)
Force-Air Engine Induction
(W25)
Special Rochester Quadrajet
4-Barrel Carburetor
Aluminum Intake Manifold
Manual Front Disc Brakes
Dual Intake Force-Air
Fiberglass Hood with Rotary Hood Pins
"W-30" Front Fender Emblems
Special Body-Side Paint
Stripes
Red Front Fender Liners
Lightweight Body Insulation
Required with W30:
Heavy Duty 3-Speed Turbo-Hydramatic
400 Automatic Transmission (M40)
Hurst Dual Gate His and Hers
Shifter
Rocket Rallye Pac:
(U21)
Temperature, Fuel, Oil
Pressure, 120 MPH Speedometer and Tic-Toc-Tach Clock/7,000
RP Tachometer
Dual Sport Outside Mirrors
(D35)
Anti-Spin Rear Axle
(G80)
Aluminum Rear Differential
Cover (W27)
G70 x 14 Raised White Letter
Wide Oval Tires
Other Items
Carpeted Front and Rear
Floor Mats (442 front)
Dash Cover
Flowmaster Dual Exhaust
with Cross-Over
Firestone Wide O Oval
Super Sports Tires: F70-14 (front G70-14 (rear)
Backstory
from the owner...
Parsons
Auto Body performed the lengthy body and paint
restoration process for this exquisite
Oldsmobile and it was through him I learned that
a widow was finally prepared to sell her
husband's treasured 442. Negotiations were
delicate and necessarily unhurried and even
though I knew of the car, what I saw when it
first came to my store caught me by surprise.
In 2010 we sold a very expensive, white 1971 442
W-30 to Lingenfelter Motor Sports. Yes,
that Lingenfelter, and as grateful and
pleased as they were with it; that car could not
even begin to compare to the concours-level
quality of this stunning 442. I'm always
searching for top muscle cars and with my
assistant, (Foy) we look at and usually, walk
away from a lot of Detroit iron. I am
extremely picky and this rare Oldsmobile is
among the very few worthy my hard earned money.
Restoration experience, verifiable authenticity
and condition, condition, condition are
what matters. Torque monster muscle cars are not
always treated well, but a precious few are.
This 442 is an absolute knock-out to see
in person and as good as my pictures are,
they can't possibly show the true excellence this car
instantly conveys in real life. What
else could you want? A great deal? I
have that covered too but book values mean
nothing with a car of this caliber. You already know you
get what you pay for and if you want the
absolute best with no excuses, this 1971
Oldsmobile 442 W-30 is a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity. Read what
Foy has to say about driving, researching and
getting to know this exceptional car. Examine
every picture in detail, see the amazing
condition, up close and personal and then make
your call and give me an offer. I promise,
you will not be disappointed.
Doug - Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
Broadcast manifest with
matching Fisher body number and W30 RPO . . .
Ultra-Rare, Concours Quality 1971
Oldsmobile 442 W-30 •
Original, Numbers Matching, Professionally Rebuilt,
Strong 455 V8 Engine
• Original Numbers Matching, Perfect Shifting TH400
Automatic Transmission •
Body Stripped to Bare Metal •
Gorgeously Smooth, Color Matched Sienna Paint • Near
Perfect Exterior Chrome, Stainless and Die-Cast
• Showroom Fresh Interior • New
Steering System • New Suspension System • All New Brake
System From Pedal to Pads Including All New Lines • New Fuel
Tank • New Fuel Lines • Almost Every Available
Factory Option • Spectacular Performance • Functions and
Drives Like a Brand New Car
New bumper, crystal clear lenses, crisp
bezels and flawless grille definition means this front end
is ready for the sales brochure photo shoot. Cold air
conditioner, variable ratio power steering and power front
disc brakes means this show car is definitely no chore to
drive . . .
Everything was removed from the body
before being stripped to bare metal. Everything
reattached with new rubber, gaskets and seals.
Correctly dated glass is original as are the seatbelts . . .
Show winning paint is glass smooth
everywhere and there is absolutely no orange-peel, fish-eye,
dust or any other bug-a-boo anywhere on the car.
Superb panel alignment is consistent and unlike too many
restorations, stripe application (under the clear) is near
perfection . . .
Doors open easily, don't sag and close
solid. Side glass rolls up and down silky smooth.
Lock function is clean and positive. Hood and trunk
lid hardware is firm and tight. All bolts and
fasteners are clean and pretty . . .
New rear bumper, unclouded lenses and a
preview of how nice the undercarriage is . . .
Correct reproduction Firestone Wide Oval
tires look great in this smooth, unblemished view looking
down the side . . .
A lot of nice Detroit iron comes our way
and after so many years, I'm surprised to say that this 442
is one of the top two or three highest quality, restored
muscle cars I have ever seen. I can honestly
say too, that trophy winning good looks is only half the
story with this very rare classic. The seat I settle
into obviously has new foam and it immediately feels like
I'm in a new car. That impression continues when I
turn the key and the big 455 rumbles instantly to life.
The Flowmasters sound good and I tap the throttle one more
time (never get tired of hearing it) before pulling the "His
and Hers" shifter into Drive. On the street, anything
more than a light throttle produces instant wheel-spin and a
second gear chirp. The car tracks laser straight,
feels very composed and I've yet to hear a single rattle.
3/4 throttle from about 35 mph flattens me firmly against
the seat. I slow back down to about the same speed and
then nail it to the floor. The chirp this time is
louder as an avalanche of torque unweights the front
suspension and rockets the car forward. I back off at
an indicated 80 mph and no shake, vibration or pulling is
felt at any time. The power steering it light (typical
for the period) but there is virtually no play at all.
The suspension is controlled and confidence inspiring.
Slowing down on the off-ramp, I hold my hands up and the
power front disc brakes bring the car to a complete stop
without me touching the steering wheel. A solid, well
sorted car you will certainly want to take care of but when
the urge strikes, you'll feel no need to hold back.
This Oldsmobile perfectly captures everything I know and
love about old school, American performance and 1971 was the
last year for truly powerful muscle car intermediates.
Unlike other (less powerful, less attractive) places to park
your money, this Oldsmobile 442 W-30 is an investment you
can touch, sit in, drive and fall in love with. An
investment you won't mind being seen in and will always
be a top market car.
-Foy
Being stripped to bare metal and in the
paint booth . . .
Spectacular interior looks, feels and
functions like a new car. And it's loaded with
options: air conditioning, power driver's seat, tilt
steering, console, Rallye Pac cluster, am/fm stereo with
rear speaker, 8-track tape player, inside hood lock, sport
steering wheel and much more . . .
Everything looks and feels like brand new
and the air conditioner blows cold . . .
Sport steering wheel and 8-track
tape player . . .
Trunk liner, mat and jack with full size
spare tire on a matching Super Stock I wheel . . .
Rocket 455 Cubic Inch V8
350 gross horsepower @ 4,700 (300 net)
460 ft-lb torque @ 3,200 (410 net)
W-30 455s were factory blueprinted and were
upgraded with an aluminum intake manifold, performance
Quadrajet and a higher overlap cam.
Entire steering and suspension system are
new along with new fuel lines and brake lines . . .
Clean and dry undercarriage with new
springs, shocks, bushings and new fasteners throughout.
This also has a Flowmaster dual exhaust system with cross
over . . .
W-30 red fender liners and a smooth,
pretty frame . . .
VIN Decode:
344871M141233
division
3
Oldsmobile
series
44
4-4-2
body style
87
2-door hardtop Holiday coupe
mode year
1
1971
assembly plant
M
Lansing, Michigan
sequential production number
141233
cowl tag
71
model year 1971
937
Parchment Pearl vinyl, bucket
seat interior
3
Oldsmobile division
67
Sienna lower body color
44
4-4-2 series
E
Sandalwood vinyl roof
87
2-door hardtop Holiday coupe
01D
January (1971) 4th week build
date (actual build date: 1-28-17)
LAN
Lansing, Michigan assembly plant
B85
window sill molding
277179
Fisher body build number
(matches broadcast manifest)
original broadcast manifest
sequence
328
unknown
upper body
E
Sandalwood vinyl top
month
01
January
PP
2
??
day
28
28th day (1971)
RPO
A46
4-way power driver's seat
style
34487
Oldsmobile 4-4-2 hardtop Holiday
coupe
RPO
C60
air conditioning
option (RPO)
A01
tinted glass, all
RPO
W30
4-4-2 performance package
body number
277179
Fisher body build number
(matches cowl tag)
RPO
U57
8-track tape player
trim combination
937
Parchment Pearl (white) vinyl,
bucket seats
RPO
U58
am/fm stereo
lower body paint
67
Sienna
block casting: 396021F = 1970-72 455
engine stamp: 3
= Oldsmobile division; 1 =
model year 1971; M =
Lansing, Michigan assembly plant;
141233 = matching VIN derivative
141233 = VIN derivative oil fill tube
stamp
correct "H" ID code (left) and head
casting number: 409160 = W-30 455, big valve heads
transmission stamp:
1 = model year 1971;
M = Lansing, Michigan
assembly plant; 141233 =
matching VIN derivative
transmission tag:
71 = model year 1971;
OW = 4-4-2, W-30 and H/O
applications; 1793 = serial number
Rochester Quadrajet 7041257 RG 3630
70
1966-75
5
Oldsmobile
4
1970-75
7
odd numbers = manual
transmission, even = automatic
(unreliable, often inaccurate)
1
1971
RG
customer/plant code
2
Quadrajet 4-barrel,
Federal
3630
Julian code for December 29,
1970 build date
distributor code 1112034 exclusive to W-30
The large fuel filter to the left of the
oil fill tube was exclusive to W-30 455s.
Brake pads.
m
Original owner's manual.
A note from the owner.
I am a “used car dealer” but before that,
I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original rare and high
quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve
been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding
selection of high-demand, high value vehicles. I specialize
in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that
were cherished by their previous owners. I have an
experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my
preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I
have therefore, built my business and reputation around
finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.
Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict
requirements but a car must do something for me on a
personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the
bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional
vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably
won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of
business.
With just four employees and no sales
people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may
at first glance appear. It has taken great care and effort
to create such an organization and often, an unusually high
investment in a particular car we are about to list. To
sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my
corner and Chris, owner of
A-Best Auto Repair
in Henderson, Nevada has my back. He and his crew can fix
anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute
most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no
small detail unimportant. They do an exhaustive 130 point
inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes
their methodical investigation. Experience has shown that
everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back
to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy
customer that says good things about me. Moreover; it
allows my writer to describe the car with ease and
confidence, something that simply is not possible unless
he thinks it is true. If major issues are found or the
cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too
expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply
absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it
at auction.
After the vehicle is fully sorted it
arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious
eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see
on eBay. He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else
tells him about the car as he combs over every inch,
researches its history and documents originality and
authenticity. Historical significance, rarity, special
features, possible modifications and much more are used to
accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.
Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150
high resolution pictures that I take myself. The pricey
equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the
very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a
logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with
close-up shots of every square inch. I provide detailed
views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a
lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty
of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep.
Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so
meticulously clean. This reconditioning can sometimes take
several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially
prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each
car lovingly receives.
Usually, I’ll also include a high
definition video that shows the car doing its thing. If
it’s a fast car, we film it going fast. If it’s a 4x4
you’ll see it crawling up a hill. In every case you will
hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system
and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser
thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent. How many
“dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty? We
do.
No “dealer,” on-line or in the real
world, takes it to this level. No other seller or
organization provides you, the buyer, with so much
information. I do this because it is the only way I can
convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or
feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I
say is the truth. All the above is necessary for me to stay
in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every
buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on
eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that
are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought
it.
If you have any questions at all, please
call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500. If your inquiry is
sincere and your offer serious, you’ll find me the most
accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with. If
you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my
bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the
conversation. Until you are ready to actually pull the
trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest
nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a
number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste
your time, or mine. I am after all, a “used car dealer.”
Serious buyers know the maximum they can
offer. I then must simply decide if I can sell for that
number.
If you hit the reserve, the decision is no
longer mine. I must sell at that number.
I don't respond to emails
asking for "bottom line, sale price, reserve, or Buy-it-Now"
figures on top line cars.
THE ONLY WAY YOU GET THOSE
FIGURES IS TO CALL ME!
The book values posted below are relevant to "real" selling
figures.
NADA & KBB wouldn't be
in business if their values were not real but their figures
are averaged for the entire nation. If this car is less than or
better than this average, bid or offer accordingly.
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Terms of Sale
This vehicle is safely stored in
our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder
City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las
Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the
opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive
them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have
years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide
and across the globe. We stand ready to facilitate
whatever arrangements are necessary, at the buyers
request and expense. This vehicle will not be
delivered or released for shipment until complete
payment is received and all funds have cleared.
Third party, pre-purchase vehicle
inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction
ends. We are happy to answer questions about this
vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have
BEFOREYOUBID
and BEFORETHEAUCTIONENDS. . .
THEREARENOEXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las
Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a
demonstration.
A $1000 non-refundable
partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end
of this auction . We prefer VISA but will accept
PayPal if necessary.
Full payment must be received
within four (4) business days of the end of
auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in
person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE
TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and
required for all winning bidders outside the United
States. Loan checks can be accepted only after
prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os
will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS
in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before
delivery of any item.
Free and clear title is in seller's
possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.
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Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will
be aggressively pursued. Non-paying bidders will
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do whatever is required to assist a legitimate
bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with
their transaction.
This vehicle sold AS-IS,
with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is
used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and
tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This
vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications
of use because it has been used. Terms such as
"perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective
but all other descriptions are.
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to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and
resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it
is within our ability to do. Descriptive words
like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions
because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable.
If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our
vehicles in person or by a professional inspection
service strictly prior to the close of the
auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable
and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder
immediately.
Power seat function is iffy . . .
Clock and tachometer are inoperative.
Couldn't find an 8-track tape to try it
out . . .
Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
707 Yucca St.
Boulder City, Nevada 89005Office Line -
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If you have a need to relive the 1970s, then here is the vehicle for you. This groovy blast from the past is a 1976 GMC Motorhome currently for auction in Florida on eBay Motors, and it is one green machine - just not in the modern sense. The seller claims that this beast has had just two owners and has covered a mere 61,308 miles in its decades on the road. It's reportedly never been restored or repainted and comes with all of the necessary books and manuals. A 7.5-liter (455-cubic-inch) Oldsmobile V8 with a three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission powering the front wheels propels this far-out RV, and the double set of rear wheels out back use a self-leveling air suspension to provide a cushy ride. The purported low miles and good condition really make this GMC a stand out, though. The exterior combination of lime stripes and beige with just a touch of green is like nothing else on the road today. Plus, the polished bumpers and wheels make it all pop. Inside, it's even better with monochromatic green upholstery and shag carpet. It features everything you'd ever need on a long trip, including a bathroom, kitchenette and lots of seating. The only hint of modernization is an HD TV next to the stove, but its size is a perfect fit for the hole there.
The last time I roped a coworker into an automotive debate, I lost. Resoundingly, I might add. Still, 2,385 voters chose to cast their lots for the Fiat 500 Abarth, as opposed to 5,273 choosing the Ford Fiesta ST, and so I can rest easy in the knowledge that at least 30 percent of you, dear readers, see things my way. I still like to think we have more fun, too. My loss in the first round of our This or That series, in which two Autoblog editors pick sides on any given topic and then attempt to explain why the other is completely wrong, didn't stop me from picking another good-natured fight, this time with Senior Editor Seyth Miersma. Last time, our chosen sides were eerily similar in design, albeit quite different in actual execution. This time, our vehicular peculiarities couldn't seemingly fall any further from one another: A 1980 Oldsmobile 442 wouldn't seem to match up in comparison to a 1989 BMW 635CSi. How did we come up with such disparate contenders? Simple, really. Seyth and I mutually agreed to choose a car that's currently for sale online. It had to be built and sold in the 1980s, and it had to be a coupe. The price cap was set at $10,000. The fruits of our searching labors will henceforth be disputed, with Seyth on the side of the Germans, and myself arguing in favor of the Rocket Olds. Am I setting myself up for another lopsided loss?
Ever since Gran Turismo 4, Jay Leno has had at least one of his cars included in the popular racing simulator (starting with the Tank Car), and more of his machines appears in Gran Turismo 6. They include this nose-heavy, front-wheel-drive V8-powered muscle car. Yes, that aptly describes a 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado - except Leno's is rear-wheel drive. And it has a Cadillac CTS-V race engine modified to pump out 1,070 horsepower. For the latest Jay Leno's Garage episode, he takes his real Toronado out for a cruise and then drives the virtual one like he stole it, accruing some body damage along the way. Leno also drives the virtual supercar Mercedes-Benz designed for GT6, the AMG Vision Gran Turismo Concept that debuted at the LA Auto Show, along with the real one, which is a 1:1-scale model. The model is radio-controlled and equipped with a small electric motor, sufficient to move it on and off of auto show floors. Head below to watch the episode, which includes a few words from GT6 creator Kazunori Yamauchi.
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