Vehicle Description
The 1955 Oldsmobile 88 Holiday Hardtop is from an era of awesome
cruisers, but this one knows how to be a stand out among the custom
car standouts. With shimmering paint, a sleeker stance, a full
custom interior, and a triple-deuce V8 under the hood, you're
looking at one of the most distinct cruisers with a one-of-a-kind
style.
We love what this car represents. We're told that this was recently
in the possession of a long-term owner (nearly 25 years) who
transformed this in 2012 into something truly special. He was a
Detroit area enthusiast who made this hardtop a true custom using
the best features we saw back in the day. What does that all mean?
It's an extra sleek full custom build that took all the best
elements of Motown and California customs. So if you know what
"Woodwarding" is, then you know why this is awesome from every
angle. Laguna Green paint has a ton of metallic element in it. So
when you take this one out in the sunshine, it not only radiates,
but it also highlights the quality of the sheet metal. And the flat
front on the hood is a terrific way to showcase both the ghost
flames and custom pinstriping by Marks. And they added a ton more
custom details, like the shaved door handles, dual spotlights, faux
lake pipes, frenched dual aerials, and Jimmy Jones-style fender
skirts. Plus, the brightwork is awesome everywhere, including the
custom grille, chrome bumpers, cat-eye headlights, and distinct
side trim. The total package creates the ideal mix of iconic
history and unique style.
The interior is just as much about comfort as it is about
distinction. It's a beautiful full sea of green and white. This is
especially thoughtful on the seats that have textured inserts and
green piping. Even the door panels have this same pattern. And
everything from the plush green carpeting to the pinstriping on the
dash tells you they took extra time and care with this one. So
you'll love taking down all the windows on this pillarless hardtop
just to showcase the full package. And because part of cruising
requires the best music, they even integrated a modern AM/FM/CD
stereo with USB input behind the classic Olds tissue box.
There are nice polished components under the hood, but what you're
really going to take note of are the three polished air filters.
They are the unmistakable look of tri-power, and we're even told
the system was rebuilt within the last few months. This triple set
of dual-barrel Rochester carburetors are sitting on top of a
classic 1966 Corvette 327ci motor. So this has the right looks and
history of a true custom cruiser. That's why you have features like
power steering, power brakes, front discs, and a three-speed
automatic transmission for a solid boulevard machine.
The sale comes complete with build receipts and restoration photos.
This is the complete custom that has been thoroughly and
thoughtfully built. We're even told this was a top 50 car at the
Detroit Autorama. So if you love a custom that was built with pride
in its history, call today!