THE ULTIMATE AMERICAN PERSONAL LUXURY SEDAN FOR 1966. Partial frame off restoration. Excellent chrome and soft trim throughout. All new body bushings, frame, floor pans and suspension components. Completely rebuilt original 425 cubic inch Starfire V8 engine with new Edelbrock Performance 750 CFM 4BBL carb. This Starfire engine was an upgrade option producing 375 HP, 470 ft lbs of torque, with a 10.5:1 Compression Ratio. New Power steering pump and brakes with new dual master cylinder. Power Locks, Power Windows, even Power Vent Windows. All six window motors are new. Six way power seat. AM/FM radio with reverb with front and rear speakers. Completely new interior using exact specifications from original Salesman's Catalog. Vinyl Pearl white interior with sound deadening pad put under the newly installed black carpet. New Convertible top and motor with glass window that raises and lowers without effort at the touch of a switch. Gas tank has been refurbished and all the weather stripping has been replaced. All brake and fuel lines have been replaced as well. New fuel pump, alternator, fuel sending unit. Everything underneath has been replaced. Original 14 inch wheels, covers and tires have been upgraded to 15 inch wheels, covers and new tires, which greatly improved the ride. The list goes on and on, there have been so many things done to this vehicle there are too many to list. Rust still exists under doors and under trunk lip. However, this is an otherwise solid car that gets a lot of attention.
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Video of engine starting, and the operation of the top and windows: http://www.skyterm.com/Oldsmobile/Olds.mp4.
Photos show the original wheel and tires, which have now been upgraded as show in the eBay photos.
There were only about 4,500 of these built in Lansing Michigan and not many left especially in this condition. This is an exceptional car and is certainly one of the few left. Since partial restoration, car has been appraised at $125,000.00 for insurance purposes, which is based on money spent and not the actual retail value. With over $140,000.00 in work done to the vehicle, it makes it a one of a kind classic vehicle in superb condition.
If you are seeking a mid-60's full-size GM luxury sedan to add to... or complete your collection... or just a wonderful family car to go out cruising in... you have found the perfect car!
- Year: 1966
- Make: Oldsmobile
- Model: 98 Convertible
- VIN: 384676M253218
- Mileage: 117,900
- Engine: 425 cubic inch 4BBL
- Trans: Auto
- Exterior: Autumn Bronze
- Interior: Parchment Pearl
- Title: Clear title, Florida
There are a few chips / imperfections in the paint and one of the chrome door sills is dented, gas gauge is inaccurate, but she is still a beautiful car.
This car is not advertised for sale locally or anywhere else online. Please arrange any loans/financing prior to bidding.
The winning bidder must contact the seller within 24 hours to proceed with payment and delivery arrangements. The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges. Full payment is due within 7 days of auction end.
DEPOSITS: $500.00 non-refundable PayPal deposit required within 24 hours of the auction end.
Any/All viewing/inspections of the car must be done prior to the auction end and before putting a deposit down on the vehicle. All sales are final and is sold AS-IS. The description is an opinion only and should not be considered a complete description of any or all faults; it may not be relied upon nor taken as fact or otherwise a representation or warranty of any sort. No Warranty is implied or represented. Vehicle is listed as mileage-exempt on the clear Florida title, meaning I do not know the actual original miles. To the best of my knowledge these are the correct original miles. This car does not have Carfax or Autocheck history reports because of its age. I've had the car for about 8 years; so I do not know its prior history. Please note that the vehicle cannot be shipped until full payment has been made. Buyer must pick up vehicle or arrange to have it shipped at buyers expense. Payment must be made by bank wire transfer. |