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Oldsmobile 442 (1968)
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Price: US $28,500.00

Description:

You are bidding on a 1968 Oldsmobile 442.
This is an original numbers matching car with the 400 engine, 400 Turbo transmission, 12 bolt rear end, center console and shifter, Air Conditioning (converted to R134), power steering, power front disc brakes, and the Turnpike Cruiser Option. Only 384 1968 442’s were equipped with the “Turnpike Cruiser” highway package (2.56:1 rear end gearing). Motor Trend said “…the Turnpike Cruiser Package ties economy and performance together in a way unique to the industry…we rate the TC Package car above the standard 442 as an all around road car.”
The odometer shows 15, 222 but the actual mileage is probably at least 115, 222 or more. The odometer is in working condition and the mileage may change.
Vin # is 344878Z117092. A photo of the vin on the engine block is posted.
Exterior: The paint on this car is about 7 years old and is really, really nice. The vinyl top was replaced at the same time. No dings, and perfectly straight. Their are two small areas at the front of the hood that are rubbed when the hood closes. (See photo) The doors and door jams were completely repainted with the factory Willow Gold color with a 2 stage, base coat, clear coat. Everywhere the factory painted the car, the new paint was applied. The front fenders were taken off and painted as well as the inner fender wells. The sills were repainted. There is a small chip inside the door sill area on driver's side. The trunk lid inside and out as well as the hood inside and out. (Hood is painted black underneath). The trunk received new splatter paint (the original kind). There is new weather stripping around the trunk and doors. The paint looks as good close up as in the pictures. The fender stripes are vinyl from Original Parts Group. You can keep them or remove them, but they have the proper factory matte finish. The bumpers are original to the car. There are some small dents in the rear bumper (see photo) where the original owner apparently would bump into his garage wall when he got older. There has been a little surface rust on them, however the previous owner used Quick-Glo and they shined right up. He liked the originality and they look good anyway. The pictures show that the bumpers are OK, just not new and perfect.
Exhaust: Original manifolds going to Magna Flow mufflers. The tubing is a little larger than original and ends with factory style tips from Pypes. Exhaust is in good shape, no rattles or leaks. This car sounds terrific!
Interior: The interior has been restored with new seat covers and foam, new door panels and water shields, new rear shelf, restored center console and more. The seat trim is new including seat backs. The chrome seat trim is new as well. The kick panels were re-dyed. The front seat arm rest padding is new. The headliner is original and in great shape, as are the shoulder seat belts. All seat belts are there. New door jam rubber and windlaces. New lower door weather stripping. Window weather stripping is original. The dash paint and striping is original. There is some wear especially where the keys hang down from ignition, however, everything still looks good. The dash pad is in great shape. There is a hairline crack just above the glove box that is only visible in certain light. I was told the car was kept in a garage since new and it shows.
Trim: The chrome trim on the car is original. The tin is in really nice shape, only a couple of slight blemishes. The tin around the wheel wells is nearly perfect. The rear fender rocket side markers are pitted some. The heavier trim on trunk lip is faded and pitted, but no dents or dings. Some of the photos show this if you look for it. I do not think it detracts from the cars looks, and they are absolutely original.
Brakes: The brakes were completely redone. The front disc brakes are new with new rotors, calipers, Grade 8 hardware, bearings, seals, hoses, dust caps, master cylinder, booster and pads. Also the previous owner installed a small auxiliary booster for added power when idling. The rear drums were also completely redone with brand new drums, pads and a full rebuild kit on each side. A new proportioning valve was also installed. The brake parts were provided by Stainless Steel Brakes Corp. The car stops very smoothly and dead straight. They feel great!
Engine: The engine serial number matches the car’s serial number. The previous owner did a complete rebuild on the original motor. The removal, rebuild and reinstall was done at Steve’s Automotive in Lebanon, TN. The machine work was completed at Kurt's Machine Shop in Ashland City, TN. In Nashville Kurt's has an impeccable reputation, family owned for decades. The short block and cylinder heads were rebuilt. New pistons and rings were installed with a fresh bore (.030). New clevite bearings. New camshaft and bearings, lifters, pushrods. The parts were balanced at the machine shop. The heads were rebuilt. New water pump, oil pump and shaft, of course all gaskets replaced. While the motor was out they replaced the transmission seals on the original Turbo 400. The head bolts were upgraded to ARP bolts. A new radiator was installed. New motor mounts were installed. All the engine, brackets, air cleaner assembly, accessories, etc were painted with original colors With proper care this engine should last another 50 years or more. The engine has about 1000 miles on it since the rebuild and runs perfectly! The oil has been changed after the initial 30 minute break-in period and then again after the first 500 miles were put on it. The engine ran great before the rebuild, but now it is smooth and silky with more power. The camshaft specs are stock. Being a Turnpike Cruiser they result in a torquey motor. With the Turnpike Cruiser package, the car came with a very tall gear ratio (2.56:1). The car drives great on the interstate and highways. It really feels like a modern car on the road, very relaxed. It does great and the A/C makes it a pleasant trip in the summer!
The Air Conditioning works well. It is all original except for the pieces to convert to R134, mostly hoses, dryer, connectors and such.
Fuel: The gas gauge is not reading. The previous owner though the problem to be the sending unit itself. Also, the horn does not work.
Tires: Plenty of tread but the tires are over 10 years old. They seem just fine.
History: I am the fourth owner as far as I know. I purchased the car from a gentleman in Nashville, Tenn. in Spring of 2014. He did all the restoration work during the nine years he owned it. Included with the car will be a binder with over $15, 000.00 in receipts for work he had done. The second owner bought it from its original owner (of over 30 years) in Whittier, CA around 2000 and drove it back to Nashville. There is a registration card from the original owner. The car was a Los Angeles ordering district car, built at the Freemont, CA plant where Teslas are built today.
Inside and outside lights work. Windshield wipers work, although I do not drive the car in the rain, so it probably needs new rubber. There is no spare wheel and tire but there is a jack and an original cover (made from masonite I believe) for the spare wheel.
This car is “very well maintained and original.” All body panels are original, and upon inspection you can tell the car has never been wrecked. The floors are rock solid and original as is all sheet metal. This is an original vinyl roof car, and there has never been any significant rust anywhere on or around the roof, rain gutters, or trunk area. A great car.
Email me with any questions. All mechanical inspections or questions must be addressed prior to bidding. I have attempted to provide a complete and accurate description regarding the 442 but bidders are advised to rely on their own research and inspection of the car prior to bidding.
$1, 000.00 PayPal Deposit is due within 48 hours after the close of the auction. Remainder is due within 7 days after the close of the auction. Will accept Bank Cashier’s Check, but prefer funds to be wired to avoid several week delay for Cashier’s Check to clear. Full payment must clear our bank before the car can be picked up and Title transferred. The 442 is sold “as is, where is” with no warranty expressed or implied. Buyer must arrange and pay for all shipping costs.
Thanks for bidding! Here is a video of the 442 running!
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