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1954 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday 2 Dr Hardtop Coupe, Rocket Ninety Eight, California on 2040-cars

Year:1954 Mileage:755
Location:

Holbrook, New York, United States

Holbrook, New York, United States

NO RESERVE auction! This car will go to the highest bidder!
For sale to a serious buyer—action will be taken against non-paying bidders.

beautiful 1954 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday 2dr hardtop — rust free California car

This impressive 1954 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday is being offered for sale at no reserve. As the title indicates, this is a California car with no rust anywhere. The pictures speak for themselves—the rocker panels, wheel wells, trunk, etc. are all in excellent condition. This is a well-preserved, nicely-optioned car that starts, runs, and drives great.

The Olds Rocket 324 V8 starts responsively and runs with no knocks or smoke, strongly and smoothly. The Carter 4-barrel carb has been rebuilt. The Dual-Range Hydramatic transmission (automatic, 4 speeds forward) has also been expertly rebuilt, and shifts as it should. Check the images below for scanned receipts. The engine looks and runs like it's rebuilt too, but I cannot guarantee that it was. This car is equipped with power steering and power brakes, both of which work great, letting this car move around with ease. Tires are 7.60-15 Universal brand whitewalls, in great condition. The interior upholstery and carpet look good. There are some tears in the headliner.

 The car has been repainted once, and is presentable overall. Small areas of the paint show some issues. There is a little evidence of body repair on the hood, near the globe crest. This is not a restored car, so the expected signs of age are present--aging rubber, some pits and surface rust spots on the chrome. Some wiring work has been done, and the car needs lower door weatherstripping. This car needs only the most minor finishing work.

This car features other attractive 1950's-period options. The radio has the add-on rear speaker, and the car is also equipped with the Autronic Eye feature, to automatically dim high-beam headlights for oncoming cars. In the trunk is a new blue carpet and the original oil bath air cleaner.

You can come look at the car any time—please message for phone number to make an appointment. Non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is due at the close of the auction, by PayPal or wire transfer.


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