Oldsmobile muscle car books

The oldsmobile toronado is a personal luxury car manufactured and marketed by the oldsmobile division of general motors from 1966 to 1992 over four generations. This is the muscle car history to owna richly illustrated chronicle of americas greatest highperformance cars, told from their 1960s beginning through the present day in the 1960s, three incendiary ingredientsdeveloping v8 engine technology, a culture consumed by the need for speed, and 75 million baby boomers entering the auto marketexploded in the form of the factory muscle car. Oldsmobile muscle portfolio 19641971 muscle portfolio s. Its a good book with information and stats on oldsmobile greatsmy favorites like the 442 4bbl, 4spd,stock dual exhaustw30s among others, the book doesnt cover olds powered indy typeirl cars,nor the 80s hurst cars i like. Oldsmobile muscle cars and pony cars for sale classics on. Introduced as an option package for ussold f85 and cutlass models, it became a model in its own right from 1968 to 1971, spawned the hurstolds in 1968, then reverted to an option through the mid1970s. Muscle car is an american term for highperformance coupes, usually but not limited to rearwheel drive and fitted with a highdisplacement v8 engine. Jul 30, 2018 most oldsmobile collectors are familiar with stephen minore and his authentication and certification business, casam performance. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 9 442 models in billings. By 1964 the buying public wanted bigger cars so the f85 and cutlass. The oldsmobile 442 also known as the 442 is a muscle car produced by oldsmobile between the 1964 and 1980 model years.

We explain how and why and how much horsepower these motors actually produced. The oldsmobile cutlass was a range of automobiles produced by general motors oldsmobile division between 1961 and 1999. Oldsmobile 442 began as a 1964 muscle car option package 4barrel carburetor, 4speed manual transmission, and 2 exhausts on the f85cutlass. As the muscle car era drew its end in the seventies, oldsmobile marked their 1millionth unit made in 1977. Yearone classic muscle car parts chrysler, chevrolet, pontiac. Huntimer goes through a car s major systems drivetrain, chassis, suspension, body, and interior and shows you how to upgrade that classic muscle car to make it a modern performer. The birth of the muscle car, midsized cars with big engines making big horsepower. The complete book of classic gm muscle complete book series. For the first time ever, car manufacturers tailored their product to a youth audience. Sales of all muscle cars would rapidly decline after this, and most of the muscle car class would be discontinued or turned into different style cars by the end of the decade. The true hp of the 10 most powerful classic era muscle cars.

There are 1001 wellresearched muscle car facts in this book that even the most esteemed. The oldsmobile 442 also known as the 442 is a muscle car produced by oldsmobile between the 1964 and 1987 model years. This book is a portfolio of contemporary reports featuring road and comparison tests, driving impressions and history on the classic oldsmobile cutlass and oldsmobile 442 cars. Oldsmobile 442 used oldsmobile 442 project mitula cars. There have been two reasons given for the motivation of the factory to underreport the horsepower of their muscle cars.

Big in every way, this coffeetable book documents gms musclecar history. Models covered include the jetstar 88, starfire, wagon, delmont, toronado, cutlass. Oldsmobile parts books parts books compiled by general motors, oldsmobile division are automobile books which are detailed and specific to oldsmobile cars, only. This 1969 oldsmobile 442 convertible has its numbersmatching v8 under the hood.

We have everything from affordable 442 aftermarket parts to highend oldsmobile 442 performance parts. Crafted with the finest workmanship offered at a reasonable price. Its one of americas greatest brands and has lasted 107 years, so you would think publishers would have the foresight to create more than just the usual run of oldsmobile related muscle car books, and want to capitalize on this brands remarkable history as this countrys oldest car company. One of the reasons why oldsmobile was a favorite was its muscle car lineup. This wasnt just another car company that made and sold muscle cars. Well, im often asked a lot what muscle car books i recommend so i thought i would put together my favorites in one article to help spread the word. Olds and was one of the best selling car companies in america. By 1964 the buying public wanted bigger cars so the f85 and cutlass models were increased in size. As an alternative to more predictable muscle car options, the oldsmobile hurstolds.

Taking care of the past and present to preserve the future. Oldsmobile muscle cars 19641971 brooklands books road tests series. Yearone classic muscle car parts chrysler, chevrolet. Oldsmobile muscle cars has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Standard catalog of oldsmobile, 18971997 old cars weekly staff on amazon. Oldsmobile muscle cars 19641971 brooklands books road tests. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.

Classics on autotrader is your onestop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. Oldsmobile muscle cars for sale hemmings motor news. Oldsmobile was a late developer into the muscle car scene and then moved swiftly to create an affordable midprice intermediate muscle machines. Weve compiled a list of the greatest muscle cars of all time. Larry mitchell, perhaps the most knowledgeable amc espert alive today, has issued a complete book on the companys muscle cars. A pictorial of oldsmobile motor cars through the years. Aug 10, 2018 15 surprising facts about american muscle cars. The rarest cars from americas fastest decade, bmw motorcycles, the life harleydavidson, and the complete idiots guide to motorcycles. Use classics on autotraders intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car. This was the brand that produced the first proto muscle car in 1949. Revisit the glorious 1960s and early 1970s, when cars from reynolds buick, yeakel chryslerplymouth, mel burns ford, and others created the lasting muscle car legacy through innovative advertising and overthetop performance. Oldsmobile muscle cars 442s, hurst cutlass, and more.

We have oldsmobile factory shop manuals, service manuals, repair manuals, history books, owners manuals, maintenance manuels, parts manuals, repair books, parts catalogs, restoration manuel, historical books, overhaul manuals, restoration guides, sales brochures, and any other type of. At andys auto sport, we carry a huge selection of oldsmobile 442 parts. Yearone classic car parts for american muscle cars barracuda cuda challenger charger chevelle road runner camaro super bee dart duster valiant. The 1949 oldsmobile 88 combined a new overhead valve rocket v8 engine with a lighter, more streamlined design to offer a truly exhilarating ride. Valuation tools the premier classic car value guide. At carid you will find the widest choice of premium 1966 oldsmobile toronado auto repair manual books from worldrenowned brands. Compared to the big 98 series cars of the time, the 88s proportions were decidedly more modest. Oldsmobile muscle cars 19641971 brooklands road tests clarke, r. Find the best deals for used oldsmobile 442 project.

Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. At its introduction, the cutlass was oldsmobile s smallest model. Huntimer goes through a cars major systems drivetrain, chassis, suspension, body, and interior and shows you how to upgrade that classic muscle car to make it a modern performer. Detailed text and more than 250 historic photos and illustrations provide the history of those dealerships.

Oldsmobile muscle portfolio 19641971 brooklandsbooks. Oldsmobile muscle cars 19641971 brooklands road tests. Find a list of oldsmobile manuals and books for sale. The oldsmobile v8 powered some of the most memorable cars of the muscle car era, from the 442s of the 60s and early 70s to the transams of the late 70s. Was the 1949 oldsmobile 88 americas first muscle car. Oldsmobile cutlass and 442 muscle portfolio 19641974. Oldsmobile muscle portfolio 19641971 muscle portfolio. Jun 30, 2018 some car books assume a chronological angle in their study of the auto, considering myriad types of car and examining changes through the decades, while others focus on a particular type of vehicle the muscle car being a good example and, often, look at a more distinct period of time both the 1930s and 1960s receive particular attention. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Click the links below for chevrolet, mopar, amc, buick, ford, mercury, oldsmobile and pontiac muscle cars. Year one auto parts specializes in classic muscle car parts, apparel and accessories featured at. And while that makes it an awesome classic, the upgraded paint package and other subtle additions create the kind of droptop muscle car cruiser youve been dreaming about. Oldsmobile was a brand of american automobiles produced largely by general motors.

Displaying 76 90 of 101 total results for classic oldsmobile muscle cars for sale. The current ownerseller, a former general motors engineer. Johnny lightning oldsmobile contemporary manufacture. I use these commissions to maintain the site and purchase new equipment in order to provide more content. This book is a collection of articles including road and comparison testing, turning. Although less popular than its later ford and dodge counterparts, it was the worlds very first muscle car originally manufactured in 1949. This matador red 442 with power steering, upgraded power brakes, air condition. Rare muscle cars and custom machines heading to auction in. General motors has produced some of the greatest muscle cars of all time. The oldsmobile tornado, on the other hand was an idea attempt to install the first front wheel drive in a full size american can since the mid 1930s. Rare muscle cars and custom machines heading to auction in arizona. Dec 10, 2015 performance increased dramatically, with the 1965 442 getting from zero to sixty miles per hour more than a second faster than the previous model year, according tests conducted by motor trend on the 64 and car and driver on the 65, making the 442 one of the most capable muscle cars available at the time. The car has just 6,150 miles on the odometer and a complete frameoff restoration.

Before your mustangs, vipers, chargers, and cobras, there was the oldsmobile rocket 88. This is an official barnes and noble affiliate online bookstore. Find oldsmobile cutlass, oldsmobile 442, w30, hurst olds, rallye 350, cutlass sx, w31 and more. Search the list below for oldsmobile performance muscle cars in the list below. Oldsmobile cutlass and 442 muscle portfolio mre books. The rocket 88s were one of oldsmobiles more popular models and remained in production until 1999 with a vast number read more.

This made olds special in the muscle car universe as well as an iconic company in the segment. It includes great history i literally couldnt put it down till i had read all chapters, representative color photos, and many surprising facts, even for this amc enthusiast. Oct 26, 2019 no longer rumor, its been established that 60s muscle car hp was underrated. Jun 15, 2016 its one of americas greatest brands and has lasted 107 years, so you would think publishers would have the foresight to create more than just the usual run of oldsmobilerelated muscle car books, and want to capitalize on this brands remarkable history as this countrys oldest car company. From 1950 to 1974 the 88 was the divisions topselling line, particularly the entrylevel models such as the 88 and dynamic 88. The term originated for 1960s and early 1970s special editions of massproduction cars which were designed for drag racing. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Its not stretch to say oldsmobile muscle cars trace their lineage back to the original muscle car, the 1949 olds rocket 88. Using detailed data and hagerty expertise, our valuation tools are designed to empower the classic car enthusiast.

Each muscle car book is listed below with a brief overview, a list of muscle cars in the book, and my recommendation on where to buy a copy for yourself. We have an excellent selection of 442 custom parts, like body kits, carbon hoods, custom seats, and rims, to name a few. Oldsmobile muscle cars for sale search the list below for oldsmobile performance muscle cars in the list below. This 1972 oldsmobile 442 is a realdeal w30 car that celebrates the final year of this. This book is a portfolio of contemporary reports featuring road and comparison tests, driving impressions and history on the oldsmobile muscle cars. General motors bought out the company in 1908 where it was positioned below cadillac and buick, but above chevrolet. They contain a large number of detailed blow up diagrams which illustrate individual parts, label the parts and show how they fit together with their adjacent parts. Search for chevrolet, mopar, amc, buick, ford, mercury, oldsmobile and pontiac muscle cars. Ask 20 muscle car aficionados to identify the best muscle car of all time and youll get 20 different answers. Oldsmobile muscle portfolio 196471 r m clarke brooklands. Darwin holmstrom has written, cowritten, or contributed to more than thirty books on subjects ranging from motorcycles and muscle cars to gibson les paul guitars, including indian motorcycles, gto.

Shop oldsmobile 442 vehicles for sale in billings, mt at. Oldsmobiles first muscle car was the 442, fourbarrel carburetor. In 2010, this car went across the block at the rm sothebys amelia island auction. How sad is it that very few books on oldsmobile have ever been published. Oldsmobile muscle cars are available for sale at racingjunk classifieds. Auto interiors by harry samuel interior for your classic pontiac, buick, oldsmobile, chevrolet, gmc and cadillac. In 1965, to better compete with the pontiac gto, the original 330 cid v8 rated at 310 hp 231 kw was replaced by a new 400 cid v8 rated at 345 hp 257 kw. This was the first volumeproduction american automobile built according to the formula that came to define a muscle car. Check out this beautiful 1969 oldsmobile 442 w30this car has been owned by its current owner since 1971the olds went. Oldsmobile muscle cars book by william g holder, phillip.

Muscle cars for sale import cars for sale american classics classic trucks sell your classic car whether you are looking at buying your dream car or selling a classic or collector car, hemmings has thousands of premium classics for sale in our online inventory. The muscle car source book is one of the essential muscle car books to own. Find oldsmobile performance muscle cars in the list below. The nations leader in restoration and replacement parts for your classic and late model vehicles. Olds gurus 1970 oldsmobile cutlass w31 finally starts a. Search our selection of coveted oldsmobile muscle cars today. The birth of the muscle car, midsized cars with big engines making big horsepower, marked not only a revolution in performancebut also a revolution in marketing. Fortunately, oldsmobile s mix of performance and great handling and ride would be part of what helped it make it through the troubled times and into the next decade. Oldsmobile cutlass442f85 restoration parts the parts. Some posts may contain affiliate links, which will earn me a small commission if you purchase through them.