Celebrating our 65 year anniversary! This family owned and operated
business was established in 1960, making us the oldest classic car
dealership in America. Special thank you to all our customers for
entrusting us to park the car of your dreams in your driveway while
preserving automotive history for future generations to embrace and
enjoy.
-Grams family & Volo Museum staff
INTRODUCTION: 1 of 19! This is one of the rarest of all the W-30s
ever made. Only 742 W-30s were made in 1972 and just 19 were post
coupes. How many still exist? This one has its original #s matching
455 and is in exceptional condition. Showing 21,360 miles, whether
that's original or not, it is very believable.
EXTERIOR: The Lamborghini of muscle cars with its scoops, spoilers
and stripes! The body on this 442 is outstanding. It is laser
straight from every angle, smooth from the rockers to the roof.
Everything fits right including the hood, the doors close like new.
Repainted its original Flame Orange metallic and it is polished
better than it left the factory. It also features the correct W-30
stripes which are properly laid out and applied. In addition to the
mint condition factory ram air hood, it also has the rear spoiler
and sport mirrors. The 442 emblems are properly spaced, most are
not. All of the chrome and moldings are in excellent shape
including around the side window frames. The glass is very clear
including the windshield which I believe is the original, this is
an indicator of low miles. The jambs are painted real nice and the
weatherstrips are replaced. The Super Stock II wheels are in mint
condition and they are wearing reproduction Goodyear Polyglass
tires.
INTERIOR: It is so well preserved and unabused! It's very
functional too. The clock was rebuilt, speaker and miscellaneous
bulbs replaced, even the key buzzer works. Looking at the dash it
looks new, there's no cracks or wear. It has the optional rally
pack gauges and the tick tock tachometer. The original radio is
still in place, it even has the cigarette lighter that matches the
rest of the knobs. The glove box pouch is complete with manuals and
the punch card. The seats feel nice and firm, the upholstery front
and back including the headrests are in excellent shape. The door
panels are also looking really good. Down on the floor the carpet
is in excellent shape and has correct Oldsmobile floor mats. Even
the original seat belts are in mint condition. The headliner is
outstanding with no wrinkles, the dome light works and the visors
are excellent. Throughout the entire interior everything looks
really sharp: the moldings on the seat, the trim around the inside
of the rear window, the armrests etc.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: It has its original, VIN number matching 455
with W-30 performance options. The heads, exhaust manifolds,
aluminum intake, carb and distributor are #s correct too. On top is
that big ram air induction system which is complete down to the
heat riser tube. It was just serviced with a fresh oil and filter
change, adjusted choke and carb. It features power steering and
power brakes. Every component looks correct and proper: the
squirters are hooked up, booster and hinges are cadmium plated, it
has reproduction hose clamps, the rubber flaps are in place on each
side of the radiator etc. It's detailed out like new! Also keep in
mind the horsepower appears like it dropped in 1972 because they
changed the rating from gross to net. Gross hp was 350, only 10
less than the 1970.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Under the trunk lid and jamb are mint, the
factory seams are clean. The stickers, weatherstrip, and mat were
replaced. Inside the trunk is like a time capsule! The metal is
completely rust free and the spatter finish looks like factory. The
rally wheel is mint and is wearing a Polyglass tire. The jack
assembly is complete down to the original lug wrench!
UNDERSIDE: It looks like a frame off restoration under this 442! It
has the rally suspension which includes boxed rear control arms,
front and rear swaybars. The steering and suspension looks like
it's been rebuilt. The brakes have recently been serviced, it
features disc in front and the e-brake assembly is hooked up. It
has a nice sounding dual exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers and the
trumpet tips exit through the rear bumper. The fuel tank has been
replaced. The floors, inner rockers and lower inner 1/4s have no
rust, it is all clean metal painted satin black. Looking up at the
motor it is painted clean, the starter looks fresh. It has an OW
W-30 Turbo 400 automatic trans and in back it has its original rear
end with 3.42 posi, code TM.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: Now that I've done my complete inspection and spent
time with this car, I am very very impressed. I get the strong
impression this has been an unabused car and not only does it look
practically new, it functions just as well. This will be a keeper
for the next owner!
For nearly 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have personally written the
highlights for almost every car in our collection. What I provide
is my professional opinion based on my experience with these
vehicles. However, opinions can vary, and I strongly recommend a
personal inspection to form your own view. Our sales team is always
available to answer any questions you may have. One great option is
to request a personalized walk-around video, where we can showcase
the car and share our team's insights. **Our cars are displayed
within a museum setting. If you are interested in a specific
vehicle, please schedule an appointment with a salesperson to view
it. Without an appointment, there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you decide to purchase a car, your admission will be
refunded, and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
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W-30 performance
Ram air
Power steering
Power disc brakes
3.42 posi
Rally Gauges
Tic Toc Tachometer
Sport wheel
Rally suspension
Sport mirrors
Rear spoiler
Polyglass tires
Rally II wheels
