Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 455 V8 1973
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#'S MATCHING 455 V8, TH400 AUTO, ACT'L MILEAGE, CLEAN IN/OUT, RUNS/DRIVES GR8!!
Such a well-presented vintage wagon is always in demand. After all, this 1973 Oldsmobile 88 Custom Cruiser Wagon looks like it never pulled family duty. That means everything you want is in place, including the cool electronic tailgate, air-conditioned eight-person interior, and its original big Rocket V8.
This is a fantastically presented wagon, and the proof is the Best of Class award from the 2016 Olds Nationals. You understand the reason it earned this award from the first impression. After all, most wagons were used-up from years as the family hauler. But this one was put into storage only a few years after its initial purchase. That means low mileage, complete panels, and great preservation. When it was purchased by the second owner in 2013, he invested in making sure this presents nicely. The result is the perfect mix of preservation and restoration. For example, factory-correct the Cranberry Red Metallic was given a modern respray, but the wood paneling (a must for a classic wagon) is original. So you've got a nice luster to draw in the crowds, and you get to still tell them that their favorite feature is a survivor. Well, the wood applique is everyone's favorite right up until you go around back and show them the disappearing tailgate. These premium GM wagons were known for making jaws drop when you turn the rear key lock, and the glass would disappear into the roof while the tailgate simultaneously disappeared into the body.
Inside is a mostly original interior that looks fantastic. Even the details are correct, right down to the storage well with jacking instructions. You get three rows of button-top burgundy seating. While both rear rows will fold flat for the ultimate tailgater, this is so big, you even have storage when all of them are up! The Custom Cruiser was an expensive Olds, and so you know it's full of luxury options such as power windows, tilt steering column, power locks, and cruise control. There's plenty of great wood-like trim to coordinate with the exterior, especially on the dash and steering wheel. In fact, that wraparound display is one of the interior's coolest features. After all, no matter how many people are with you, this feels like a personal cruiser with all the major controls right at the driver's fingertips. This includes the cold factory air conditioning, original AM radio, and even remote controls for that cool tailgate.
More great originality is under the hood with the tidy and numbers matching motor. To move all that sheet metal you need big torque, and the Oldsmobile 455 cubic inch V8 delivers creamy-smooth power that makes this car feel effortless in everything it does. Out on the open road that factory four-barrel carb opens up and moves this large wagon with authority. And the TH400 three-speed automatic transmission is always happy to cruise. So with other features like the power steering, front disc brakes, and modern comfortable Hankook tires, this is the right choice for those who like to drive their classics.
Something this special needs the right paperwork, and so the sale comes with the original warranty card, owner's manual, and service manual. A well-preserved wagon is hard to find. So when one looks this good, offers this much luxury, and is priced so right, you know you need to hurry to take it home. Call now!
Features : Seatbelts, Remote Door Openers, Power Windows, Power Steering, Power Seats, Power Locks, Power Brakes, Front Disc Brakes, Cruise Control, Vinyl Interior, Tilt Wheel, Heat, Air Conditioning, Numbers Matching, Defrost, AM Radio, Service Manuals
https://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/4682-cha/1973-oldsmobile-88-custom-cruiser-wagon
1973 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 455 V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by Streetside Classics for $26995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Oldsmobile Model : Custom Cruiser Model Version : 455 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1973 Sub type : Station wagon Location : Charlotte
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About Oldsmobile
Ah, Oldsmobile, the very name conjures up images of classic American automobiles and the open road. Let's embark on a leisurely journey through the annals of automotive history with this venerable brand.Our story begins in 1897 when a man named Ransom Eli Olds founded the Olds Motor Vehicle Company. He wasn't the first to build cars, but he was a pioneer in mass production techniques. In 1901, Oldsmobile introduced the "Curved Dash" Olds, widely considered one of the first mass-produced automobiles in the United States. It was simple, reliable, and affordable, making it accessible to the masses.
Fast forward a few decades to the 1930s, and we encounter one of Oldsmobile's most iconic creations, the Oldsmobile Rocket 88. This was a car that not only looked cool with its sleek design but also packed a punch under the hood. The Rocket 88 featured a powerful V8 engine, earning it the nickname "the first muscle car." It was a true American classic, a car that epitomized the spirit of the open road and the freedom of post-war America.
As we approach the 1950s, Oldsmobile continued to innovate. The Oldsmobile Fiesta, introduced in 1953, was notable for being one of the first cars to feature a fully wraparound windshield, a design feature that would become a hallmark of the era. It also showcased the brand's commitment to luxury and style.
But perhaps the zenith of Oldsmobile's excellence came in the 1960s with the Oldsmobile 4-4-2, a car that was both sporty and practical. The 4-4-2 stood for 4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and dual exhausts. It was a muscle car for those who wanted power without sacrificing comfort. It was the embodiment of the American muscle car era.
Then there was the Oldsmobile Cutlass, a car that became an American institution. It was a family sedan, a sports car, and a luxury car all rolled into one. The Cutlass was reliable, comfortable, and versatile, making it one of the best-selling cars in American automotive history.
Sadly, as the years went by, Oldsmobile faced challenges, and the brand that had once been a symbol of American automotive innovation and excellence ceased production in 2004. It marked the end of an era.
But the legacy of Oldsmobile lives on in the hearts of car enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the classic American automobile. It's a brand that gave us some of the most iconic cars in automotive history, a brand that embodied the American dream of freedom, mobility, and style.
So here's to Oldsmobile, a name that will forever be associated with the golden age of American automobiles and the enduring spirit of adventure on the open road.