1970 Oldsmobile 442 on 2040-cars
Waunakee, Wisconsin, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:455
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: 442
Trim: 2 Door Coupe
Drive Type: Rear Wheel
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 129,376
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Black
This non number matching car turns heads everywhere it goes. I purchased in Virginia in 2011 from a private seller who had owned it for six years. It is on the road every weekend from May - Sept. It would take some work to make the show queen circuit but it is very strong and looks/runs/sounds great. The car needs a bit of TLC I'm not able to provide. My brother-in-law is the mechanic and knows the car inside and out. He relocated and is just too far away for me to complete the project with him. The remaining steps I would take are:
Transmission is leaking a bit and a rebuild should be considered as it is just starting to howl in second gear. The car is very fast but has been geared for highway driving so you may want to put a different cam in if it is pure off the line quickness you want. The A/C was blowing hot so the blower motor wasn't put in when we were under the dash last time. The previous owner replaced the stock radio so the dash has been modified. The radio remains disconnected also from the last time we were under the dash. The windows need adjustment. Minor rust on deck lid under 442 emblem. See photo. No other known rust issues but quarters and running boards were repaired 2002/2003.
Paint is good but approaching 10+ years of age. A few blemishes. Carpet and bucket seats are in very good condition. Rear seat and vinyl roof were redone by previous owner and are in great shape (2008). Bumpers were rechromed by last owner (2008). American Racing wheels added. Good rubber. New exhaust 2012. Engine pulled, inspected, tested and painted in 2012. New hoses and wiring 2012.
Deposit of $1,000 via Paypal within 48 hours of auction ending. Balance due via certified check at delivery. Call with questions 608-250-9298. Leave a detailed message and I will return your call. You know the deal. More invested than my reserve price. My loss your gain. You could part this car out for more than my reserve. The Ram Air hood is worth $2,000 alone. The car is for sale locally so the auction could end early.
Great car. Do your VIN homework. This is a real 442. Not a clone.
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