Here is a beautiful example of a 1957 Oldsmobile Starfire Ninety
Eight. The Starfire name was used for Oldsmobile's Ninety-Eight
Convertibles from 1954-1956. The 1957 Oldsmobile could be had with
something known as the J-2 option. It began with the stock Olds
Rocket V-8, which had been enlarged that year to 371 cubic inches
and came with a higher 10:1 compression ratio. Oldsmobile's
mad-scientist engineers then removed the standard four-barrel
carburetor and installed a new intake with three Rochester
two-barrel carbs. Under standard operation, only the center 280 CFM
carb was functioning. When it came time to hit the track, or leave
the stoplight, the driver would put "pedal to the metal," and the
outside carburetors, working off the windshield wiper motor, would
open up, each flowing 290 CFM. Breathing through dual exhaust, the
result was 300 brake horsepower and 415 foot-pounds of torque. This
car was part of a private collection and has undergone an extensive
restoration including a full engine rebuild with receipts. Standard
equipment on the 98 included power brakes, power steering, electric
windows, unique emblems, side interior courtesy lights, fender
chrome script, armrests, bumper guards, turn signals, rubber floor
mats, and sun visors. This 98 is also equipped with factory air
conditioning, Autronic Eye that automatically dims the high beams
and continental kit with custom hand painted mural. This is a very
nice that is in excellent condition. www.kuyothbody.com Email
[email protected] or call 715-687-4522
