Vehicle Description
Sleek, interesting, and distinctive. This 1967 Oldsmobile Toronado
is quite original inside and out. Plus, with a recently rebuilt V8
drivetrain, this is the affordable survivor you're going to love to
drive.
For some of us this represents everything that was so cool about
the '60s. Not only was it the muscle car era, but also automakers
weren't afraid to try something as bold as the Toronado. With its
extra long hood, hidden headlights, muscular wheel arches, and
rounded rear that almost looked like the future 2nd gen Firebird,
this car embodied sporty elegance. The design was so advanced it
doesn't look over 50 years old today! So when a classic is this
significant, you want to make sure an Olds like this is being
presented correctly. That's why we love it's still wearing the same
application of Sautene Gold that was applied at the Lansing plant
over half a century ago. This survivor paint isn't perfect, and
that's because it wears its history with pride. But what really
makes this total package distinctive is how complete it is. The
badging, trim, turbine-style wheel covers, and form-fitting chrome
bumpers makes this an outstanding vintage machine.
Inside is an exceptionally well-preserved interior that is nicely
detailed in the original champagne and gold. You immediately see
the impact front-wheel drive has on a luxury car like this. The
flat floor means you can have genuine space for three in both rows
of seats. If you want more individual comfort, the armrest on the
front split-bench makes this feel like an expansive personal luxury
car. From behind the wheel you experience all the best '60s design
has to offer. The deluxe Olds steering wheel is a work of art set
in black and chrome. Beyond that, the original gauge package shows
that a designer spent some time getting extra creative. All the
controls are within an arm's reach, including the power seat, power
windows, and updated R134a air conditioning.
While this is a survivor on the exterior and interior, they made a
wise investment with the motor. The 425 cubic-inch V8 was freshly
painted and rebuilt (it's an era-correct block.) This means you
have a powerhouse that both looks terrific and fires up smoothly.
The Super Rocket big block makes some of the best power of the era
thanks to the factory Rochester Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor.
These cars were considered revolutionary with the THM-425
three-speed automatic transmission (rebuilt 5k miles ago) powering
the front wheels. In fact, this first-generation Toronado became an
engineering benchmark for other projects. But what you really want
to know is how this one glides down the road like a true big block
luxury car should. Features like the power steering, front disc
brakes, and modern Hankook tires give this a true smooth
feeling.
This car has been under the same owner's care for the last 35
years. So not only has the drivetrain received the right
investments, but also it comes with the maintenance records,
protect-o-plate, and owner's manual. And with a price like this,
you know it will be gone soon. Call today!!!