Vehicle Description
1965 might be the second year for the Oldsmobile Cutlass 442, but
for those who love American muscle, you know this is the year the
horsepower wars really heated up. So not only are you now looking
at a great classic with bucket seats, A/C, and an automatic, but
also the newly available 400 cubic-inch V8 turned this luxury Olds
into a street-eating machine.
The Oldsmobile Cutlass was already a great-looking car, and the 442
package added a touch of aggression to its straight-laced style. It
was the perfect way for the boss to think you're sensible, but on
the weekends, everyone knew not to mess with the wild child. It's
especially seen in this one with the factory-correct C-code
Provincial White. It appears nice and conservative from a far, but
as people get a little closer, they start to be drawn in by the
exceptional shine that comes from a serious investment in modern
paint practices. The time, money, and care in getting the color
right pay off the moment the car hits the sunlight. The straight
sheetmetal body shines as brightly as the complete brightwork on
the chrome bumpers, full side trim, and factory-style wire wheel
covers.
Open the door, and you'll instantly remember what premium looked
like in the 60s. The button top red vinyl interior is pristine,
which is nice because it's tough to retain the correct intricate
stitching on the restored bucket seats and door panels. The
dashboard is one of those great exercises in driver dominance. The
big chrome panel houses everything including the extra wide
speedometer, original style AM radio, and full climate control that
includes factory air conditioning (will need servicing to blow
cold). A wood steering wheel was added for a touch of class, and
everyone loves seeing the bright and sleek center console that
truly appears jet-inspired.
Under the hood is exactly what you want to see. The year correct
400 cubic-inch V8 looks impressive with its chrome air cleaner and
valve covers that compete for shine against the correct golden
block. On top of that is a four-barrel carburetor. The power makes
a terrific rumble as it exits out of the long tube headers that
feed the newer stainless dual exhaust (Yup...400 cubic inches,
four-barrel carburetor, and dual exhaust - the namesake of the 1965
Oldsmobile 4-4-2.) While all of this is perfect for some serious
muscle car power on the road, one subtle upgrade will make all the
difference in this coupe. You might have noticed the aluminum
radiator with electric fan. It's the kind of upgrade that allows
you to stay cool no matter if your idea of classic summer motoring
involves an all-day cruise or the stoplight grand prix. In fact,
versatile features are the key to this coupe. It has power steering
and a two-speed automatic, so it feels good no matter how you drive
it.
While we don't have a build sheet for this cutlass, we do believe
it to be a 442 based on all of the current features, just see for
yourself! It also has been given serious investments to make sure
the factory-correct colors look their best and the V8 offers an
amazing soundtrack. Beautiful to look at and a joy to drive, it's
hard not to get excited about a turnkey ready classic that's so
affordable to take home. Call today!!!
