Vehicle Description
1974 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
Olds returned to the Brickyard again in 1974, for the third time in
five years. And for the second time in three years as a Hurst/Olds.
For the first time, a 350 V8 could be ordered, and was mandatory
for California-bound cars. The 455 was still available, but
emissions and fuel economy concerns were taking their toll. White
and black were again the two color choices, and a roof band split
the vinyl top in two at the B pillar to simulate the targa top on
the actual pace car. Production was up some, with 1851 produced:
1800 coupes (46 were used at the track), 42 Delta 88's, 1 Cutlass
4-door, 2 Official Pace Cars, 6 Custom Cruisers for Press, Track
Photographer, Medical Director and Day Care. The Delta 88
convertible track cars were all basically stock cars with white
paint and H/O trim, but they are a striking vehicle and quite rare
today. In addition, Speedway owner Tony Hulman requested a
specially modified Cutlass Salon 4-door sedan for his own personal
use, and it was built by Oldsmobile, but appeared at the track with
H/O graphics applied. 1974 was indeed an unusual year for H/O
watchers.
Once again, Classic Auto Mall is proud to represent a piece of
Oldsmobile and racing history. Offered for sale is an all original
39,890 mile Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. Powered by the optional
Rocket W-30 code 455 cu in engine that produces 230hp through a 3
speed Hurst dual-gate transmission. The 455 cu in engine was in
only 380 of the 1,800 built. Available in either black or as this
example, white, the Hurst Olds sports the optional swiveling black
vinyl bucket seats. A special vinyl top also denoted this
specialness of this model giving the appearance of a "targa" style
roof.
Equipped with power front disc brakes and rally wheels, raised
white letter tires and independent suspension the Pace Car is ready
to handle as well as accelerate at the top levels of performance
for its time.
Sold new at Doucas Oldsmobile in Greenfield, Wisconsin on June 28,
1974. Comes with the original window sticker, warranty card,
pre-purchase inspection and other factory paperwork. An odometer
statement from 1991 shows just 39,767 miles.
The Hurst Olds represents a great opportunity to own an original
unrestored Pace Car and as we all know, "they're only original
once."
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 100 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
