Vehicle Description
This 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible is one of those cars
that's hard to classify but easy to like. V8 power, lots of space,
and a great look all add up to a car that gets a lot of attention
without breaking the bank. If you're reading this and the car
appeals to you, call now, because I can almost guarantee that
someone else is thinking the same thing you are and it won't be
here if you wait.
Not some 442 mash-up, merely a clean, straight old ragtop with a
lot of recent work. The intermediate Cutlass has great proportions
and is just the right size for fun today. Grab some buddies and hit
the road, there's room for everyone, but it's especially sporty at
the same time. The fresh burgundy paint is actually from a 40th
Anniversary Corvette, and it looks fantastic on the chiseled Olds
body. Note the kick-up behind the door that makes the rear quarters
look like they're coiled and ready to spring, the subtle flares
around the wheel well openings, and the simple hood that eschews
scoops and stripes for simplicity. It's just as straight as it
looks in photos, and clearly it's lived a good life, which is
another reason you shouldn't wait to call; clean cars like this
just don't grow on trees, you know. Chrome is also quite good, with
a lot of it being refinished in the past, and overall the car has
an outstanding look that's neither over-the-top nor a wallflower.
Add in the wicked stance and blacked-out grille, and you get a mild
custom that stands out without seeming to try very hard.
No disappointments inside, either. There are twin buckets with
beautiful parchment upholstery, a few tasty upgrades, and a
performance vibe that's also very grown-up. The seats offer
reproduction seat covers that give it a very sporting look that
neatly blurs the line between custom and OEM, and the burgundy
carpets are an awesome contrast. Burled walnut appliques give it an
upscale feel, and they cover the console, dash, and even the
wood-rimmed steering wheel has the look. Auto Meter gauges in the
original housings give it a racy look, and there's a matching tach
down on the console. A digital AM/FM/CD/iPod/Bluetooth stereo radio
is a recent addition and feeds speakers stashed throughout the
interior. The white power convertible top is in excellent condition
and includes a matching parchment boot to really give it a clean
look. You'll also note that the trunk has been upholstered in
matching burgundy carpet to give it a very polished look
overall.
V8 power in a '60s convertible is a given, with this one being a
great-running 330 cubic inch V8 powerplant properly dressed in
Oldsmobile Gold paint. Obviously there's a lot of money being spent
here, and upgrades include an Edelbrock carburetor and Pertronix
ignition system that make tuning easy and probably add a few
horsepower, too. The air cleaner was painted to match the body,
which is a cool touch, and power steering and brakes, plus A/C
(needs to be charged) are part of the Oldsmobile package. The
3-speed automatic transmission shifts nicely and links to the
original rear end, making for a reliable powertrain that doesn't
mind that healthy Olds V8 up front. The dual exhaust system has a
mellow tone that suits the car perfectly, and it sits on cool
17-inch Boyd Coddington wheels with staggered 235/45/17 front and
245/45/17 rear performance radials radials.
If you've read this far, you're probably already too late; someone
has snatched this car up after seeing what an incredible
opportunity it represents. Or maybe you'll get lucky, just give us
a call!