1965 Oldsmobile 442 40500 miles!

Oldsmobile 442 40500 miles! (1965)
for sale

Price: US $6,000.00

Description:


A very fine example of the seldom seen 442 in unrestored well-maintained condition with a nice patina! This one has a local history prior to my purchase in 2014 from an elderly gentleman who was a long-time car collector, who owned the car for decades holding it in storage. He passed me the old title from 1970 when the car was just 5 years old, so he never registered it in his name for driving! From the story I got from the older gent's mechanic, he told me the mileage was correct, and I ave no reason to doubt it, yet I cannot say absolutely for sure since he gave me no records on the car. Since my purchase I have had all the mechanical components inspected and restored as necessary and that were recommended by a local classic car specialist. I can pass his name to you if you want to call and verify that over $3000 has been invested in various parts & labor to bring this car to a daily driver reliable condition. The car is now in pristine condition, and the original engine and transmission remain untouched and in excellent order. I have included photos of the firewall ID plate for you to see.
The car has no rust in any of the panels. It does appear to have been repainted many years ago and the paint still has a nice shine and presents well. I did have the classic car specialist who did the refurbishing of the mechanicals inspect the car, and it appears to retain all of its original panels, and has had no rust repair ever being a Southern car. All that was found was a light bit of filler in the passenger rear quarter, but only a thin bit because a light duty refrigerator magnet will stick over the entire panel. You can observe the dent in the bumper behind that same quarter, but this was not a wreck. All body lines are excellent. paint is in good shape barring a few small imperfections here and there such as a few tiny surface spots along the rear window chrome as is typical of GM vehicles of this era. Chrome window surround has a few dings, and there is a 2 inch ding on the trunk lid. Since the pics were taken, I have touched up two paint chips on the rear corner shown in the photos, and a tiny spot of rust at the rear lower corner of the back window. I am describing the flaws in order to be accurate with no surprises, but the car overall is excellent with that nice patina of a well-kept 50 year old car. You certainly should try to come look at it, and I believe you will be impressed with not only its looks but the manner in which it drives. It has true power steering so only takes a finger to turn!
The 400 V8 has a very low, nice rumble you would expect from a mid-60's muscle car. Wonderful sound!! A beautiful driving classic.
Instead of a 4 speed transmission, Oldsmobile installed as an option in the 442 the 2 speed automatic transmission called a Jet-A-Way, completely different from a Powerglide. This Special Duty Jet-A-Way was used only in the 442 and featured additional clutches and a recalibrated valve body allowing for a more positive (harder) shift plus other performance improvements.

Total mileage shown on the odometer is 40, 500.
I took the car for one last recent shop visit, where I spent $700+ on miscellaneous electrical system items like new bulbs, and checked to ensure all electrical items worked. It also received a new water pump, hoses and belts, and a fuel filter & hoses, just to make sure it was in good order before I put it up for sale. But, actually as I was on the way home, the odometer quit working (believe it or not), probably a cable with old grease that broke from lack of use and lubrication. I decided not to return it to the shop as it would hold up my sale, since the cable will have to be ordered, but I will cover the cost for the buyer for a new cable, which you may install or have installed, as I prefer not to drive the car after the sale. I did add a few miles to the total shown on the gauge for this description, for the trip home from the shop.
The sale includes the original Protecto-plate and booklet. See picture that includes the Owner Protection Plan booklet, the old title from 1970, signed over by the owner listed on the front, and also a couple of very old photos of the car that appear to be late 70's! It has not changed!
I also have a set of 14 Olds rally wheels that I will sell to the winner for $250 if desired. I think they really enhance the car when painted, but I decided to leave the original hubcaps on for the sale. Tires are very old and should be replaced prior to driving for safety reasons in my opinion, although they are not leaking, and I have driven it locally short distances as it is good for the car to have a little use and be run form time to time.
In the trunk is the original mat, and what appears to be the original bias belted spare tire, with the fiberboard cover, plus the jack. Under the mat the trunk pan is solid, but has some surface rust that should be scraped off. There must be a small leak in the trunk or rear window seal but I am unsure where.
I have the old 1970 title stored in a safety box at home, as it was conveyed to me by the former owner as an open title, signed over on back, which is how I will convey it. The title is pictured and I can send a picture of the reverse side upon request. I essentially only drove the car to the repair shop a couple times and to one show, so did not get around to registering it myself.
The car is being sold in its as is condition, without warranty, and although I have attempted to be accurate in my description, I will not be responsible for omissions or faults that I am unaware of. I expect a $1000 deposit within 24 hours of auction end, by PayPal if possible, with the balance due in 10 days, and pick-up within 2 weeks, unless otherwise arranged. I will assist with meeting your shipper if you do not drive it home.
The firewall Fisher body plate decoded:
LAN: Lansing MI plant
65-33836: 1965 model
953: Blue interior trim
C: Provincial white exterior color
4V: 442 option package
So yes it came from the factory as a 442 with all the badges present. It's REAL... NOT a clone. It is not a perfect show car...the light patina is character and beauty that comes with a car that is well-loved for 50+ years.



update: 2017-11-27

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“VERY NICE LOW MILEAGE ORIGINAL CAR THAT HAS BEEN STORED BY A COLLECTOR. NICE PATINA! RUNS & DRIVES PERFECTLY!”
Year: 1965VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 338375M334564
Mileage: 40,500Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: OldsmobileTransmission: Automatic
Model: 442Body Type: Coupe
Trim: 40500 miles!Warranty: Unspecified
Engine: 400 cu inVehicle Title: Clear
Drive Type: RWDFuel Type: Gasoline
For Sale By: Private SellerExterior Color: White
Disability Equipped: NoInterior Color: Blue
Drive Side: Left-hand drive

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