Vehicle Description
1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds
After the Cutlass line was split between the front wheel drive
A-body Cutlass Ciera and the rear wheel drive G-body Cutlass
Supreme in 1982, GM again offered a limited edition Hurst/Olds - it
was the 15th anniversary of the first Hurst/Olds introduced in
1968. The Hurst Lightning Rod floor shifter was introduced in the
'83 H/O. For the 15th Anniversary Edition, the '83 H/O came only in
black with silver rocker panels. In 1984 the colors were reversed,
and silver dominated the upper 2/3 of the car and black was on the
rockers. Red interiors and the essential lightning rod shifter
configuration were on the 3001 units produced that year.
For consignment, a 1984 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds that's created some
distance from original configuration, and that distance was
probably gained � mile at a time. Because they are special
G-bodies, the Hurst Oldsmobiles were inevitably compared to Buick
Grand Nationals, but could never keep up. That shouldn't be a
problem with this modded Cutlass.
Note: Due to modifications of the emissions control devices
installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and
federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on
public highways in your area
Exterior
The car retains its unique Hurst Olds livery with Silver Metallic
paint over a black base separated by a wide red stripe that follows
the curve of the wheel openings and continues on the bumpers to
completely circumnavigate that car. A double accent stripe on the
shoulder is black and red and a fixed wing is mounted on the rear
decklid. A large cowl induction hood scoop has been added and opens
with the curvature of the windshield. Removable T-tops allow for
some open air cruising but are probably best left in place for the
track where the 15-inch Weld Drag Lite wheels will perform their
job on staggered size tires. Reverse lights are embedded in a clear
lens bar and reflector that stretches from vertical brake light to
vertical brake light, a great design in the back where we also find
a shutoff switch. Imperfections include peeling clear, various
scrapes, and bubbling along the lower, black painted section
including the front bumper, and a nasty little ding and scratch on
the hood.
Interior
Standard GM G-body door panels here with door pulls, plastic
armrests, and various controls. The armrests here are misshaped as
a result of butting up against the roll cage. That's right, an
8-point roll cage wears 5-point racing harnesses and has been
painted maroon to match the interior Dark Maple Red motif which
continues on the standard velour front bucket seats, showing a bit
of age but fully intact. The rear bench is still in place with the
same stitched patterns of the velour we find in the front. The well
patinated steering wheel is the stock version but shares the GM
column with a big tachometer and shift light which mostly obscures
the factor gauge cluster although the small gauges and idiot light
display can be seen on the right. Burlwood applique adorns the dash
including the center square which houses heater controls and an
aftermarket AM/FM/Cassette radio. Below that, some auxiliary gauges
in a twin pod leading to the center console where a Hurst Quarter
Stick shifter resides. No gear indicator needed here, if we're
moving forward, we're in the right gear! Low pile dark red carpet
covers the floor showing some definite usage while the headliner
behind the T's is uncovered. A fuel cell, battery box, and roll
cage mounts are the only occupants of the trunk.
Drivetrain
With the wheel wells removed, the engine has plenty of room in the
bay and no impediment to front suspension pieces. What's in place
is a 415ci Dart small block Chevrolet V8 with a hydraulic roller
cam, Air Flow Research heads, a Quickfuel 4-barrel carburetor and
headers. The transmission is a TH400 3-speed automatic with a
reverse manual valve body that sends power to a Ford 9" spooled
rear with 35 spline axles. Power disc brakes in front are composed
of Wilwood brakes and calipers while power drums live in the
back.
Undercarriage
Some typical surface rust underneath with a bit more flaky stuff on
the door bottoms. Otherwise, the bottom is pretty clean and looking
stout with some heavy duty additions. First, the dual exhaust flows
into an X-pipe with a few hole in the welds, then to a set of
Magnaflow mufflers, then exits under the car with downturned tips.
There is no catalytic converter. The front suspension includes coil
springs and Spohn control arms while the back is fortified with a
four link, Moroso coil springs, and a Spohn anti-roll bar. Lakewood
shocks are found at each corner.
Drive-Ability
Someone grab my helmet...Maple Grove Raceway is 15 minutes up the
road! No, we're relegated to a slow lap around the test loop and I
distinctly remember '84 H/O's as relatively quiet cars. Not this
one as the short exhaust fires off like a sawed off as we roll on.
Not sure of the horsepower here but there's obvious power on tap
and the car is eager to go. The wipers and heater have been deleted
and the power locks are inoperable. Beyond that, green light!
Here's a streetable race version of a special edition G-body that
started off as a handsome car and retains those good looks but has
a little bad boy attitude now with a big power bulge and sound to
match. A near stock interior, functional T-tops, stout suspension.
It's all part of a recipe that might send some GN owners back to
the parts catalogs to figure out G-body dominance.
1G3AK4797EM460170
1-USA
G-General Motors
3-Oldsmobile
A-Manual Belts
K-Cutlass
47-2 Door Hardtop
9-307ci 4bbl H/O V8
7-Check Digit
E-1984
M-Lansing, MI Assy Plant
460170-Sequential Unit Number
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