Oldsmobile Starfire 371 CID V-8 J2 98 Holiday Holiday Coupe with J2 Power Package Hardtop Coupe 1957
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1957 Oldsmobile 98 Starfire Deluxe Holiday Coupe with J2 Power Package
Highly optioned Oldsmobile that was the 19th car off the Kansas City assembly line for the 1957 model year
Delivered new to Edwards Oldsmobile & Pontiac in Canton, Ohio
Genuine W code J2 Power Package 300HP Option, triple 2 barrel carburetors with batwing oil cleaners
Only 2,500 Oldsmobiles were opted in 1957 and 1958 with the J2 option
Starfire Deluxe 371 CID V-8 engine with J2 option
Jetaway Hydramatic four-speed automatic transmission and 3.42 gearing
Factory correct Gold Mist Metallic exterior (code 91) with Vermillion accent (code 22)
Dual-range power heating andventilation, Super Deluxe AM radio and rear fender skirts
Factory correct and original Beige cloth and leather interior (code 336)
Power steering, Pedal-ease power brakes, power windows, four-way power front seat and power antenna
Three-piece rear window and E-Z-Eye tinted glass
Optional X2 Deluxe stainless steel wheel covers withBFGoodrich Silvertown whitewall tires, size 8.50-14
Documentation includes copy of original window sticker and a hand painted car show display
The fact is that the 1957 Oldsmobile's were popular cars with big engines and more power options with the J-2. They were also milestone cars celebrating Oldsmobile’s 50th year which helps their value. We are proud to offer this super correct, to it's original window sticker 1957 Oldsmobile 98 Starfire Deluxe Holiday Coupe with the J2 300HP Power Package. This is rarely seen flagship Olds 98 two-door hardtop made in 1957 and this particular example was made in General Motors’ Kansas City, Kansas factory. It was delivered to Edwards Oldsmobile & Pontiac in Canton, Ohio. This 98 left the factory with the following equipment – dual-range power heating and ventilation; electric antenna; Super Deluxe Radio; Back-up Lights; E-Z-Eye tinted glass; cadet visor; four-way power front seat; J2 Power Package and more.
Finished in Custom Salon Gold Mist Metallic (code 91) with a Vermillion accent strip (code 22), the car’s exterior is in overall great condition. However, there are a few minor blemishes visible upon close inspection from age but the car has been preserved well. Note that this car has the unique three-piece rear window that sets it apart from its other GM counterparts.
The car’s bodywork is straight, the car’s chrome bumpers and all the hard to find trim are in very good order, the engine bay is very tidy and appears as it looked in 1957, the battery appears newer and the cargo area is in very good order, with correct spare tire, jack and lug wrench.
This 98 rolls on BFGoodrich Silvertown wide whitewall tires, size 8.50-14, at all four corners plus the spare. Each tire is mounted on a steel wheel topped with the optional X2 Deluxe stainless steel wheel covers. The tires are in good order but showing age while the wheel covers look great.
Under the hood is Oldsmobile’s Starfire Deluxe 371 CID V-8 engine with theW code J2 Power Package 300HP option, triple 2 barrel carburetors with batwing oil bath cleaners. This particular 98 left the Kansas City factory with this high performance option and only 2,500 Oldsmobiles were opted in 1957 and 1958 with the J2 option.
The J2 power package was an arrangement of three two-barrel Rochester carburetors in a line on the intake manifold. The center one was the default carb, with the other two acting as secondaries or “dumper” carbs under full throttle. The previous owner states that the J2 set-up was converted to a mechanical linkage on the right side of the carbs, with the original working vacuum linkage on the left side. In addition, he had the ignition points converted to a distributorless system and in November 2015, Arthur Gould Rebuilders rebuilt the fuel pump with gaskets and diaphragm designed for the current ethanol fuels available. (see list for the rest of previous owner’s recommendations). The Rocket V-8 breathes via dual exhausts with resonators.
Backing up this J-2 Rocket motor is a Jetaway Hydramatic four-speed automatic transmission and a 3.42:1 differential. Driver convenience features are numerous – Safety power steering, Pedal-ease power brakes, power windows, four-way power front seat and power antenna.
Inside, the original beige interior (code 336) is in overall great condition for being original and has been preserved with plastic over the years. The door panels and the optional carpeting are in good original shape. The ivory headliner, two-spoke, beige steering wheel is in similar order, the wipers and fuel gauge are inoperable. The instrument panel and the dash with the factory clock continue this good original condition pattern. Rounding out the interior is a factory Super Deluxe AM radio.
The Oldsmobile line underwent a sweeping reengineering in 1957, with a three-piece rear window making a reappearance on some models. Once again, the four-door 98s were at the top, this year officially titled Starfire 98. Standard equipment included armrests, turn signals, rubber floor mats, sun visors, front fender chrome script, exposed chrome roof bows, side interior courtesy lights, electric windows, special emblems, power steering, power brakes, and Jetaway Hydramatic. Upholstery choices included a variety of cloth, Morocceen (vinyl), and leather. The standard engine was now the 371 CID Rocket V-8. A safety recessed steering wheel was added. Front leg room was 43.8 inches.
Documentation includes copy of original window sticker and a well done hand painted car show display showing the specs of this particular Oldsmobile.
Competition to this 98 Holiday Coupe in 1957 included Buick’s Series 70 Roadmaster two-door, Cadillac’s Series 62, Chrysler’s New Yorker, Lincoln’s Premiere, DeSoto’s Fireflite, Dodge’s Coronet Lancer Super D-500, Mercury’s Monterey Phaeton and Pontiac’s Star Chief.
Other than the original high-compression V-8 (of 1949), this was actually the first real muscle or performance car that Oldsmobile built, the whole selling point of this car, with the J-2 package, was power and racing. The Oldsmobile J-2 was discontinued after the 1958 model year because of rising highway deaths and because of the AMA racing ban. If you’re simply seeking something different and a piece of American automotive racing history then come to MotoeXotica Classic Cars to look over this Olds 98 Starfire J2!
VIN: 579K01019
This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 87,783 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title.GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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1957 Oldsmobile Starfire 371 CID V-8 J2 98 Holiday Holiday Coupe with J2 Power Package Hardtop Coupe is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Fenton (St. Louis) by for $39900.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Oldsmobile Model : Starfire Model Version : 371 CID V-8 J2 98 Holiday Holiday Coupe with J2 Power Package Hardtop Coupe Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1957 Sub type : Coupé Location : Fenton (St. Louis)
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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.