Vehicle Description
In the golden age of American muscle, the 442 was the ultimate
option for sophisticated enthusiasts. And today, when you're
looking to grab a piece of Detroit's finest iron without closing
out your retirement, a numbers-matching Oldsmobile is one of the
smartest purchases on the market. There's no reason a blue chip
classic should cost more than the mortgage on your house. And
there's ABSOLUTELY no reason spending six figures of your hard
earned money shouldn't get you a distinguished award winner like
this incredible W-30. 1 of only 1,032 W-30 4-speed Holiday coupes
built for the 1970 model year, this freshly restored Olds pairs an
original, 455 cubic inch V8 with a tough Muncie 4-speed and correct
Platinum on Black aesthetics. And if you're the kind of gearhead
who likes to take their hardware to the show, it's the lust worthy
trophy king you've been saving for!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Assembled in Lansing, Michigan during the fourth week of October,
1969, this awesome Oldsmobile is an impeccably rebuilt classic.
During the car's extensive, rotisserie restoration that was
completed in the Spring of 2014, its solid profile was decked in
correct Platinum base, trimmed with sinister stripes and sealed in
glossy clear. And today, this Olds rolls as one razor-sharp coupe
that mixes minimalist looks with a no-nonsense demeanor.
Like all second generation A-bodies, the 442 continued to get
better year after year. The car's clean, boxy lines were no doubt a
play on its parent division's engineering leadership within the GM
hierarchy, and the resulting design continues to weather
exceptionally well. At the front of this coupe, a 442-specific
grille centers monochromatic "442" lettering between
stainless-trimmed T3 headlights and a bright chrome bumper that's
finished with clear parking lamps. At the top of that grille, a
fiberglass ram air hood leads the eye to a new windshield that,
along with the car's all-original greenhouse, rides behind straight
stainless trim. At the sides of that hood, traditional GM handles
and color-keyed sport mirrors perfectly complement clean marker
lamps, dent-free wheel rings and a slick combination of "442" and
"W-30" fender emblems. And at the back of the car, a smooth decklid
hangs more monochromatic "442" lettering above a second chrome
bumper, silver-trimmed taillights and correct, trumpeted exhaust
tips.
ENGINE
It's not immediately apparent why this Olds' body carries so much
sizzle; that is, until you see what's under its hood. Twist the
locks, fling the resin and you'll find 455 cubic inches of Rocket
V8 that hangs a correct 396021F casting number over a matching
partial VIN. Stomp the throttle and a correct Quadrajet 4-barrel
mixes juice from leak-free fuel lines with wind from a correct W-30
air cleaner, and shoves it in to a high performance, aluminum
intake. At the back of that intake, a traditional points
distributor feeds fire through proven Packard TV R Suppression
Cables, which snake around correct "F" heads and stamped and
painted valve covers. Below those covers, freshly restored exhaust
manifolds shoot charred dinosaurs in to big, true-dual pipes.
Mechanically, the stout mill is all day reliable, spinning 500
lb./ft. of rock-crushing torque from one of the largest and most
powerful valvetrains ever created. Aesthetically, familiar plastic
fenders and Metallic Blue block skin look fantastic against the
car's Platinum body. There's a roster of high quality ancillaries
that includes American Autowire wiring and a new 4-core Harrison
radiator. And the entire set up flat out rocks, from its fresh
decals and vivid firewall stamps to its tagged brake lines and
color-keyed intake springs.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
The bottom of this awesome 442 is completely solid, showing no
signs of undue wear or question-inducing battle scars. The
aforementioned Rocket 455 fronts a correct close-ratio Muncie,
which was professionally rebuilt in the fall of 2013. That proven
transmission sends power to a stout 12-bolt, which employs
moderate, highway-friendly gears. That smooth driveline hangs in a
familiar heavy-duty suspension, which, along with the car's
chassis, was thoroughly sandblasted and powder-coated during the
rotisserie reboot. Solid stops are provided by rebuilt front disc
and rear drum brakes. Turns come courtesy of an old school manual
steering rack. At the center of the car, a correct Gardner exhaust
system funnels spent gases through baritone turbo mufflers. And
everything rolls on powder-coated steelies, which spin G70-14
Firestone Wide Oval Super Sports around dog dish hubcaps.
INTERIOR
Inside this impressive coupe, you'll find a Black Legendary
interior that's both comfortable and appealing. At the center of
the car, stainless-trimmed seats ride on fresh carpet that's
protected by Cutlass floor mats. At the sides of those seats, clean
door panels center familiar GM armrests in bright chrome handles,
straight stainless trim and fresh wood applique. A wood-trimmed
dash hangs basic telemetry above an old school AM radio. At the
base of that dash, a slim boot frames a broad Hurst shifter. In
front of the driver, a Sport Steering Wheel laps a bright rocket
emblem. And behind the passengers, a fully restored trunk anchors a
fifth steel wheel and fifth Firestone tire between a small light,
correct tools and a fresh mat.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
It's pretty easy to confirm this handsome Oldsmobile's status as an
authentic 442. Here's a look at the car's 442-specific VIN and Cowl
Tag.
VIN: 344870M169731
3: Oldsmobile Motor Division
44: 442 V8
87: 2-door Holiday coupe
0: 1970 model year
M: Assembled in Lansing, Michigan
169731: Production Sequence Number
COWL TAG:
70: 1970 model year
3: Oldsmobile Motor Division
44: 442 V8
87: 2-door Holiday coupe
L: Assembled in Lansing, Michigan
N269808: Plant Sequence Number
940: Black interior that's finished with a bench seat
14: Platinum lower body paint
14: Platinum upper body paint
10D: Assembled during the fourth week (D) of October (10), 1969
AWARDS
Judging by the awards this car has collected, it seems like the car
rolled right out of the paint booth and right up to the
registration tent.
First Place at the 2015 God's Country Racing Association Custom
Auto Show
Best of Show / Best Engine at the 2015 God's Country Racing
Association Custom Auto Show
Best of Class / Best Engine at the 2015 God's Country Racing
Association Custom Auto Show
Best of Class / Best Paint at the 2015 God's Country Racing
Association Custom Auto Show
Best of Class / Best Interior at the 2015 God's Country Racing
Association Custom Auto Show
First Place at the 2015 Holmen Lions Club Kornfest Car Show
Best of Show at the 2015 Holmen Lions Club Kornfest Car Show
Best GM at the 2015 Holmen Lions Club Kornfest Car Show
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES
An original Build Card (documents the car's W-30 option)
A stack of restoration receipts
A custom display board
This pristine coupe is certainly one of the nicest Oldsmobiles
we've ever featured. And most diehard 442 fans will agree that 1970
was a high-water mark in terms of styling, performance and
exc...for more information please contact the seller.