Vehicle Description
Art & Speed proudly presents this freshly and fully restored 1970
Oldsmobile 442 Convertible. With a rust-free frame and straight
body, this car needed very little to reach a top-level restoration.
Painted by the experts at the Hot Rod Shop in Corinth, Mississippi,
the 442 was painstakingly resprayed using the original code-58
Burnished Gold metallic basecoat with durable layers of clearcoat
giving it vibrant depth and extra shine.
Already in terrific shape, the 455 Oldsmobile engine remains stock
under the hood, but a few upgrades using factory components give it
a little extra pep. An aluminum W30-style intake was matched with a
Quadrajet carburetor to help the big-block breathe more air than
stock. Power fed through the original transmission makes its way to
an updated 12-bolt Positraction rearend. The stance is perfected
with staggered 17- and 18-inch wheels and a set of Viking Springs
with Fox Shocks absorbing the bumps. The ride is comfortable and
sporty, giving it the best of both worlds. This beauty also comes
with the factory correct Super Stock 1 wheels and raised letter
tires.
The aesthetics of this 442 are virtually flawless. All of the
chrome trim, emblems, and bumpers are in like-new or better
condition. The convertible top works as it should as do all of the
windows. The hood, doors, and trunk all open and close solidly as
any fresh restore should.
Stepping inside, you are treated to new bucket seats and freshly
installed carpet. All of the gauges work as expected with the added
rally pack keeping you informed of the vitals. The wood steering
wheel and shifter greet you with a real feel not found in cars
today. When the top goes up, the air-conditioning will keep you
good and cold, while a hidden sound system pumps out the tunes
clearly, even with the top down.
With a brand-new restoration, all this 442 needs is a new owner to
get in and drive. It is ready for the road! Call Art & Speed at
901-850-0507 to schedule an appointment or stop by and look at this
stunner up-close!
MECHANICAL
455ci Oldsmobile V8
W30 Aluminium Intake Manifold
Three-Speed Jetaway Hydra-Matic Transmission
Four-Barrel Quadrajet Carburetor
Factory original 455 Exhaust Manifolds
Factory Valve Covers
CHASSIS
12-Bolt Positraction Oldsmobile Rearend - 3.23:1 Ratio
Updated Viking Coil Spring Front and Rear
Updated Fox Gas Shocks Front and Rear
Power Front Disk Brakes
Power Rear Drum Brakes
Power Steering
245/45/17'' Front Tires
285/40/18'' Rear Tires
EXTERIOR
Fresh Respray of the Original Code-58 Burnished Gold Metallic
Factory Color using a base and clear coat
Factory Correct Gold Convertible Top in Excellent Condition
Finish Presents Very Well
Beautiful Chrome Front and Rear Bumpers
Front Grille in Great Shape
Headlights and Taillights in great shape
INTERIOR
New Bucket Seats
Factory Center Console in Good Condition
New Carpet
Original Factory AM Radio in Dash
Hidden Aftermarket Sound System
Excellent Wood Wheel