Here we have a few 1963 Full size Oldsmobile Project cars. There are (2) 2 door hardtops and 1 convertible. All have Titles. All are in original unwrecked, unmolested "barn find" condition. The white convertible will start and move under its own power. The green hardtop will start and move under its own power. All cars are complete and have good glass, solid trunks, all parts intact. The brown car is a very rare Super 88 with all of the corresponding trim intact and dent free. All cars are 394 big block cars with the green and brown cars being the desirable 345 h.p. 4 barrel engines. The brown car would probably start and run I just haven't tried. The convertible top mechanism on the white car is completely operational, without damage and is relatively rust free along with the top tub area. All cars are equipped with power steering and brakes. All cars are equipped with the rotomatic " slim jim" transmission. The green car has had a complete new exhaust system installed at some point. All cars will require complete and frame off restorations to be road worthy again. The white convertible was found in a shed in Iowa. The brown car came from a storage shed in central Georgia. The Green car was found in a barn in rural Minnesota. I have many extras that go with the cars such as owners manuals, protecto plates, hubcaps, parts from a "63 starfire, like spinner hupcaps, a starfire grille etc. I prefer not to sell the cars independently. The bid reflects purchasing all 3 cars.

PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING: These are project cars and require full restorations. I'm probably forgetting a lot of information about the cars so feel free to call me to talk about them. Bidders with zero or feedbacks under ten will have to contact me or I will just cancel the bids. This is a no reserve auction so they will sell to the highest bidder. All vehicles are located in Farina, Illinois 62838. I do have a car hauler so I can help with the transportation of the cars for an agreed upon amount.

My name is James and I can be reached at 217-377-9667 if you are seriously interested in the cars. Don't waste anybodys time with daydreamin, low ballin or anything else. Thanks for looking.

On May-09-14 at 06:40:39 PDT, seller added the following information:

The cars will have to reach a certain bid amount before I can let all of the extra parts go with them. The trim to door on the white car is in the trunk. The door wasn't closed all the way in pics, but shuts tight. The white car has 4 brand new white wall radials.

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