Vehicle Description
Perhaps it's because there are no more Oldsmobiles being built, but
the list of future collectables will surely include cars like this
one-owner 1986 Cutlass Supreme coupe. From new, these cars have
enjoyed a cult following, perhaps due to their classic yet sporty
styling, large dose of luxury, and effortless road manners.
As is the case with many old cars, people didn't treat these like
anything special when they were new, and as a result, finding a
clean one like this Olds can be a challenge. Fortunately, it hails
from a warm, dry climate and shows off its fantastic condition with
shiny coppery paint and bright white pinstripes. The paint is
original and consistent throughout the car, and there's no evidence
of rust or panel patching, and those wide, heavy doors open and
close as easily today as they did 30 years ago. The angular styling
has aged quite well, and with the 1985 updates such as the
fine-mesh grilles and chrome headlight bezels, it enjoys a
semi-performance look that was a hallmark of Oldsmobile in its
glory days. The chrome bumpers still look fantastic, showing no
evidence that this car was "parked by feel" by an elderly owner,
and all the bright stainless trim shines up nicely. And we have to
admit that we like the lack of a padded roof, which makes it look
more contemporary and a lot less geriatric.
Inside, it's pure Oldsmobile luxury thanks to a wide split bench
seat and lots of legroom. With standard gray GM mouse fur
upholstery, it remains in excellent condition with no rips or tears
and very few signs of UV damage, which is why gray is such a great
choice. In fact, the back seat looks virtually new and the carpets
and door panels have been carefully preserved by a conscientious
owner. Wood accents warm up the all-gray interior, and a
familiar-looking steering wheel combines with a ton of power
accessories to offer a luxurious experience. Factory A/C, a tilt
wheel, and cruise control are included, with the original AM/FM
radio still pulling duty in the center stack. An upgraded
Oldsmobile instrument panel includes a full set of gauges,
including a tach, and the 33,297 miles shown are indeed authentic.
One of the hallmarks of a full-sized luxury car is trunk space, and
the cargo bay on this one is very nicely kept and still carries its
original space-saver spare and jack assembly.
Power comes from the corporate 5.0 liter V8, which is both
unobtrusive and effective in its role aboard the Cutlass. Smooth
and torquey, the 4-barrel engine gives the car great road manners,
and thanks to a recent tune-up, it cruises in virtual silence at
any speed. The engine bay is extremely clean, more evidence of a
good life with a caring owner, and it has not been modified in any
way, despite being a somewhat mod-friendly powerplant. The A/C uses
R134a refrigerant to make it easy to service in the future and all
the factory equipment, including the air cleaner, is fully intact,
which is always a good sign. The chassis and floors are clean, with
no signs of life in the rust belt and the 4-speed automatic
overdrive transmission delivers surprising fuel economy on the open
road. Handsome Oldsmobile Rallye II wheels add to its sporty
countenance, especially with 215/75/14 whitewall radials on
board.
Inexpensive fun today and a smart investment for tomorrow, these
Oldsmobiles will always find a ready group of buyers. If you're one
of them, give us a call today!
