Vehicle Description
1942 Oldsmobile Series 76 Dynamic Cruiser
IT'S QUALITY - BUILT TO LAST
The nation's oldest motor car manufacturer has been serving the
needs of the American public dependably, year after year, since
1897. Now, to help keep working America on the move and to serve an
increased need for efficient, dependable, economical
transportation, Oldsmobile offers the "B-44." It's a heavy, husky
Oldsmobile, geared in design to the tempo of modern living, built
to give years and years of dependable service, capable of fine
performance, yet economical in its use of gasoline and oil. So
advanced in style that it will keep its youth for years, so
advanced in engineering that it incorporates everything that is new
and modern, the "B-44" is better looking, better lasting, and
better built than any Oldsmobile in 44 years. -From the 1942 Dealer
ads.
For consignment, purchased by a Pennsylvania couple to drive back
and forth to their Jersey Shore house an Oldsmobile Series 76
Dynamic Cruiser. Featuring the hydramatic transmission you'll be
saying Look ma no clutch! This car presents in fair condition, is
bathed in black paint and has a mohair interior that both will need
some TLC. It runs great and is mechanically sound and has the
original engine which is unrestored.
Exterior
Steel panels bathed in black are showing their age with peel off,
some rust and various rub off of paint on all surfaces. Chrome
trimmings and badging as well as handles have early signs of rust
and pitting. Aerodynamics is king on the shape of this car from its
bulbous front pontoon like fenders to the swooping rear deck and
fenders on back shaped to meet up with the back. The window panels
in the roof are even aerodynamic with nicely rounded trimmings on
their edges. It appears as though this car is moving when in
reality it's just sitting there! A large 2 tier front bumper frames
the grille, showing some rust on the upper horizontal bar. The
large protuberant hood rises from the grille and has a nifty art
deco hood ornament on top. Either side of the hood we can see the
Hydramatic chromed rocket like trimmings which add highlight to the
hood. The rear fenders have a small square taillight on either side
and the rear bumper appears in good condition. 15-inch red painted
wheels have ribbed trim rings in chrome on their edges and a moon
cap in the center of the red field. These are all wrapped in wide
whitewall tires.
Interior
With the uppers of the door sills and interior window surrounds we
see faux painted burl wood grain. Just below begins a field of tan
fuzzy broadcloth in tan. Within these panels are the cranks and
handles which remain shiny and retain their nicely aged bakelite
knobs. A black vinyl armrest and door lower is seen as well. These
panels show some water damage and creasing in the padding. Inside
we see a full metal jacket dash with a cream top which cascades
down to the dash front which is more faux burl painted surfaces.
Within this delineation between the top and faux painting, are nice
elongated oval bezels which have within them the instruments in
front of the driver, and a clock in front of the passenger. In the
center is a wonderful vertical ribbed speaker frame and below a
radio with push buttons and knobs that have a great cream bakelite
finish. Looking just like an old radio you would sit around and
listen to War of the Worlds. A wonderful large bakelite steering
wheel with a cream wheel that surrounds a chromed horn ring and
more bakelite in the center with a red O L D S M O B I L E badge in
its center. The front bench is covered in a red tan and cream
checked seat covering and the consignor states it's been on since a
few years after the car was purchased, but we did not take it off
to verify. In back we can see somewhat as the front would look like
as it presents in a striped broadcloth which utilizes light and
dark tan and has large arms on either side. This bench is in good
condition save for a hole and water staining on the passenger's
side bolster. Brown carpeting floods the floors and is in fair
condition, and the headliner has some water damage, but consignor
has a new one that will come with the car.
Drivetrain
Under the large hood is an unrestored engine bay, and surface
rusted 238ci I-6 cylinder engine. It is fed by a 1-barrel
carburetor and has the star of this year's show, the 4-speed
Hydramatic automatic transmission. On the back is a 3.63 rear axle.
This is all in a 6-volt electrical system.
Undercarriage
Here we can see plenty of surface rust throughout, particularly in
the back of the undercarriage. Frame and floor pans remain solid;
they too have surface rust and plenty of patina. Body hangers and
small running boards are still solid. As is the X frame. The fuel
tank appears newer and has no rust. Coil springs are all around and
in front they work with independent suspension and on back trailing
arms. Drum braking is all around. A newer stock style muffler is
seen.
Drive-Ability
She fired right up and ran like a champ. Good braking, smooth
Hydramatic shifting and a smooth ride. I guess that's why it's
called a cruiser!
This wonderfully designed early 40's example is the perfect car to
go on a long cruise. It has seen some rough times for the aging
department, particularly in the exterior, however with some TLC,
you will have one fine 76 Dynamic Cruiser!
TRIM TAG
STYLE NO 42 3609-1942 Dynamic Cruiser 4 Door Sedan
BODY NO 4832-Lansing Body #
TRIM NO 3-Tan Broadcloth
PAINT NO 40-Black
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located 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.