Vehicle Description
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Hardtop
It may be hard to imagine now, but before our roads were filled
with Toyotas, Hyundai, Subaru, and Nissans, GM and Fords were the
goto brands for everyday cars. G-bodies,in particular were
ubiquitous. The Cutlass, the Regal, the Monte Carlo. Add Delta,
LeSabre, and Caprice plus the midsized line of Celebrity, Century,
and Calais, and GM was king. In 1987 alone, Oldsmobile produced
422,453 Cutlasses.
For consignment, a 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme hardtop named
after the familiar short curved blade sword used by swashbuckling
sailors, this Cutlass in 1987 form comes to us in very good
condition. Plenty of showroom quality good looks having this car
looking like it just rolled off the assembly line. Not your
father's Oldsmobile, it's a 2 door Cutlass Supreme.
Exterior
Light Chestnut Metallic presents as a glossy gold coat on this
Olds. The distinctive center plate on the grille is flanked by Euro
style headlights for the first time in the Cutlass line, all light
functions behind one lens flush with the body. Sharp lines define
the profile of the car with the shoulder line stepping up at the
rear quarter panel below a slightly raised Landau vinyl top,
Supreme emblems attached to denote a higher trim level. A cream
colored pinstripe underscores the shoulder line and continues along
the trunk lid where a white reflector band hides the reverse
lights. Body colored 14-inch Oldsmobile Super Stock II wheels
accent the car and wear 235/60R14 tires with a late 2020 date code.
The chrome bumpers, the paint, and the vinyl top are all in great
condition. Trim pieces are straight and shiny, and the door handle
nameplate and keyguard are nice touches. We note some uneven chip
guard application on the rocker panels and some overspray on the
passenger side frame rail.
Interior
Long doors continue the sharp angles with a panel of stitched tan
velour over vinyl and plastic covered door panels in a spotless
presentation. This stitched velour continues on the front bucket
seats with a metal rimmed shell of camel plastic that blends
seamlessly with the door design. The rear bench mirrors the design
and looks undisturbed. The same with the plastic steering wheel,
which retains a luster most cars normally worn by usage over the
years. Nothing but right angles on the dashboard which houses a
horizontal speedometer, faux wood backed switch panels and vent
housings, and two rows of idiot lights in lieu of gauges. The
center stack is classic G-body with standard A/C control levers and
an AM/FM/Cassette radio embedded in a protruding soft plastic box.
The center console is also familiar to the era with the T-handle
shifter in more faux wood and a black backed gear indicator. Low
pile tan carpet covers the floor protected by camel colored rubber
mats and while the tan headliner is in great condition, the
material on the visors is sagging a bit, not uncommon in this
generation of GM cars. A fitted, black cloth mat covers the trunk,
and a space saver spare tire is in a well on the right.
Drivetrain
Popping the hood reveals the 3.8 liter V6 topped by a 2-barrel
carburetor and tied to a 200C 3-speed automatic transmission that
sends power back to a 10-bolt rear with 2.41 gears. Power disc
brakes are up front with power drums in the back. Under the hood,
the insulation pad shows a bit of damage towards the windshield
side but is otherwise intact.
Undercarriage
Surface rust is not uncommon on these cars and this Olds has plenty
of it on the rear axle, driveshaft, suspension components and in
other places. We note some oil on the crossmember, oil pan, and
flywheel cover. Meanwhile, no invasive rust is seen anywhere. The
single exhaust intersects an original equipment muffler, then exits
behind the right rear wheel. Coil springs are noted up front with a
4-link and coil springs in the rear.
Drive-Ability
The vantage point from the driver's seat is a familiar one to
millions of people. We prime the carb and turn the key and the car
starts but not without some protest. The Service Engine light
stayed aglow and the idle was a bit rough. Nevertheless, we kept
our test short and analyzed the systems and functions, from the A/C
to the radio to the turn signals and everything in between. And we
found that everything still works.
If you're 40 or older, you either had one of these or knew someone
who did. Maybe you lived in the back seat, no frills by today's
standards, and stared out the quarter windows at the world passing
by. Nicely preserved, nicely maintained and a nice presentation all
make for a great way to get a solid start in the collector car
world.
1G3GR11A1HP325003
1-USA
G-General Motors
3-Oldsmobile
GR-Cutlass Supreme
1-2 Door Coupe
1-Manual Belts
A-3.8 Liter 2bbl V6
1-Check Digit
H-1987
P-Pontiac, MI Assy Plant
325003-Sequential Unit Number
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