Oldsmobile 442 - 1969 Convertible W/ 400, Auto Trans, Red & White, #'s Match on 2040-cars
Kemah, Texas, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:400
Vehicle Title:Clear
Interior Color: White
Make: Oldsmobile
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: 442
Trim: Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Convertible
Mileage: 92,352
Warranty: Unspecified
Exterior Color: Red/White
Car is in great running condition. The motor has been rebuilt with less than 5k miles since the rebuild. It runs strong and smooth. The car was partially restored in 2002 and has not seen much action since. It has been southern registered and driven. The interior is original, but not in mint condition - the vinyl has some cracks/splits/staining. The convertible hydraulic system has been disassembled because of a leak in one of the pistons. At the time it was dissassembled, the compressor was working well. The compressor and both of the pistons are included with the car. The car needs various chrome/body work, but there is no major damage or structural rust. All of the trim is complete except for one of the L shaped pieces on the front of the hood. One of the horizontal grill pieces is also broken. The original radio is included, but not installed.
This car is a great driver or candidate for further restoration. It is a true 442 with VIN 344679M107005. Please check out the photos for the cowl tag information. The casting number on the engine block is 396026. Clean title in hand.
Please get in touch with us to arrange a viewing of this car. Feel free to message or call Steve at 832-373-9513.
We're only requiring a very small deposit, so please do not bid unless you intend on buying the car. The balance is due within 14 days of the auction close. This is a private owner sale.
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Head below to watch the episode, which includes a few words from GT6 creator Kazunori Yamauchi.
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