For Sale: 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 in O'Fallon, Illinois

Gateway Classic Cars of Orlando is proud to present this stunning 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Futurematic. The 1950s were a time of rejuvenation for American automakers and Oldsmobile wasted no time with innovations to shape the future. Debuting for the 1949 model year the 88 was a stylish, practical vehicle with a thundering powerplant under the hood. Considered by some as a precursor to the muscle cars of the 60s, the Olds Rocket 88 dominated in stock car racing. This 1950 example is a sight to behold in it's eye catching green paint job. As you walk around the vehicle you'll notice nice details like the complete chrome trim and the matching green steel wheels peeking from behind the snazzy hub caps. Take a seat inside and you'll feel like you're in a time capsule with cloth bench seats and a steering wheel that has an exuberant style you won't find in any modern car. Under the hood is the world famous Rocket 303 cubic inch V8 and is paired with a automatic transmission. According to the owner recent work includes a refreshed front end, new brakes and more. If you're looking for a piece of history to impress at your local car show this is the one you want to own! Options include AM/FM radio, spare tire, hub caps, jack, seat belts, cloth interior and white wall tires.