Vehicle Description
1966 Oldsmobile 442 Sport Coupe
The "4-4-2" name (pronounced "Four-four-two") derives from the
original car's four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual
transmission, and dual exhausts (Some maintain that the '2'
indicated positive traction rear differential). It was originally
written "4-4-2" (with badging showing hyphens between the numerals)
and remained hyphenated throughout Oldsmobile's use of the
designation. Beginning in 1965, the 4-4-2s standard transmission
was a 3-speed manual along with optional 2-speed automatic and
4-speed manual, but were still badged as "4-4-2"s. By 1968 badging
was shortened to simply "442", but Oldsmobile brochures and
internal documents continued to use the "4-4-2" model
designation.
For consignment probably one of the nicest examples of the 66 Olds
442 out there. The list just goes on and on as to the extent this
car has been restored, and it all shows with a nearly concours
example. This description is a who's who or quality replacement and
rebuilt to factory spec parts, and then some improvements to the
original. Virtually a showroom condition car, from 1966 with a mere
300 consignor stated miles since the frame off restoration. . It's
that good that it won 1st place at the Oldsmobile Club Of America
National Meet in Bowling Green, KY, it scored 999 points out of
1000 from the OCOA National Meet in Detroit as well as a 1st place,
Best Of Class, a Preservation award and Senior awards in 2008 and a
1st place and Senior Preservation award at the OCOA Nation Meet in
Sturbridge, MA in 2010.
Exterior
The WOW factor is strong with this car all bathed in the factory
correct Silver Mist lacquer, after a complete disassembly of all
the panels to remediate any rust or dents that may have marred the
panels up to the point of the restoration. Chrome plating was
extensive and all-encompassing with bumpers, side vents, and
brite-work. From its laser straight panels to the flying buttress
rear window pillars, big taillights on either corner, dual exhaust
and gaps that are very consistent, it is a quality job that has
been performed well. American racing mag style wheels in matte gray
are adorning each corner and all are wrapped with Firestone (Coker)
wide oval redline tires. New factory correct glass is all around
just as a side note.
Interior
Upfront the original dash has been restored to show condition. This
consists of two round gauges, one a speedo and the other a series
of warning lights in the second circle. These sit on the horizon of
an aluminum strip running the gamut of the dash above and some dark
ribbed vinyl molded perfectly to make the lower portion of the
dash. This is a radio delete car, as well as a heater delete, and
all on this dash are looking excellent as they did off the showroom
floor in 1966. Noted on the left, next to the original steering
wheel, which is pristine, is a rebuilt factory sidewinder
tachometer neatly mounted to the dash top right next to the A
pillar. Creative Auto Interiors has handmade all the black interior
coverings, and door panels feature new wood inserts. This car
sports manual steering although the box has been completely rebuilt
and upgraded to make the steering smooth and easy. Black carpeting
in perfect form covers the floors and a 442 Hurst shifter rides
from the center hump. Above is a tight and perfect headliner.
Drivetrain
This factory correct and totally rebuilt 400ci mill which has been
bored .30 over is looking just wonderful in its bronze painted
splendor. It has been completely gone over by Jack Merkel, noted
Olds engine builder. The valve covers, air cleaner shroud, and oil
filler cap are also freshly replaced with excellent chrome. The air
and fuel delivery system is the Track Pac system. On top are the
correct tri power carburetors in a trio of 2-barrels with correct
tags, and on back is another correct Muncie 4-speed manual
transmission and a 10-bolt 4.11 posi rear axle, rebuilt with ring
and pinion setup and high strength axles. The entire electrical
system has been completely rebuilt, and the battery has been
relocated to the trunk, and is correct for this year with the (3)
2bbl carb setup.
Undercarriage
When we say frame off, we did not expect the entire frame and
undercarriage to be blasted then powder coated to the correct
factory black finish. A year appropriate exhaust manufactured by
Gardner Exhaust snakes its way past all these clean components and
suspension. Which are independent coil springs for the front, and a
4 link with coil springs for the rear. Drum brakes are on all 4
corners.
Drive-Ability
As expected what looks like a show car also runs like one as well.
She fired right up and idled that we could barely hear it. Off to
the test track where it performed beautifully, with a quick
response to the pressing of the gas pedal, bias free panic
stopping, and excellent cornering with those Cokers. All was
working just perfectly and when we got back we were that impressed,
we spent some time with a book provided with invoices and photos of
this great undertaking.
I cannot think or see anything honestly that would detract from the
value of this beautiful showroom quality car from 1966. With the
Track Pac option, some extra chrome, all rebuilt drivetrain and a
powder coated undercarriage, get in turn the key and put a smile on
your face as you think about where you will put your trophies in
the future! Main street never looked so appealing with NOT your
grandfather's Olds.
VIN DECODE
338076Z105770
3-Oldsmobile
3807-Cutlass Sport Coupe, 442 Option
6-1966
Z-Fremont, CA Assy Plant
105770-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
11C-3rd Week November Build
ST 6633807-1966 Cutlass Sport Coupe, 442 Option
BDY BF498-Fremont Body #
TR 960-Black Vinyl
PNT WWW-Silver Mist, Body Color Painted Wheels With Dog Dish
Caps
ACC 7888-Fremont Broadcast #
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