442-W30, RARE COLOR COMBO, 455 V8, TH400 3 SPEED AUTO, 12 BOLT, READY TO CRUISE!

Description

442 W-30. Those aren't some kind of code, they're the name of the nastiest Oldsmobiles in history. While performance might have been blunted in the mid-70s, this rare 1975 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 coupe keeps the torch burning thanks to a burly 455 cubic inch V8, an upgraded suspension, and a Hurst makeover that gives it a ton of performance street cred.Hurst/Olds cars have always been some combination of white, gold, and black, and this cool coupe looks fast dressed in Cameo White with gold pinstripes. By 1975, the 442 was an option on the Cutlass lineup, and the W-30 big block was added on top of that, making it one of the more expensive offerings from the Rocket Division that year. As a result, only 1293 white ones were built and today they definitely stand out. The 442 was easy to spot with its louvered hood, half-roof treatment that eliminated the rear quarter windows, and, of course, the gold stripe package. You also got standard T-tops as part of the deal and a Salon grille up front just to make it look a little different. The paint is in good condition, obviously a recent respray, and they duplicated the original markings and stripes rather well, giving this big coupe a sporty look that's far from over-done. Nice chrome bumpers are about the only extraneous trim on the big Olds, giving it a very restrained look in a time known for excess.The white interior is pretty cool, featuring bucket seats and a console that relive the glory days of Oldsmobile performance. The seat covers are reproductions, new black carpets look great, too, and work well with the matching black dash and console. Of course, as Hurst/Olds, it just wouldn't be complete without the Dual Gate shifter for the TH400 3-speed automatic transmission and we have to admit the gauges look pretty sporty in those two round pods. There's an aftermarket dash pad that adds some contrast to the interior, something the woodgrained dash appliques can't quite manage. A JVC AM/FM/cassette stereo head unit is slotted neatly into the original radio's spot in the center stack and as an upscale Olds, this one is equipped with A/C, power windows and locks, a tilt column, and even cruise control. There's also a giant trunk that's fully equipped with a matching fifth wheel and jack assembly.The W-30 package was basically the 455 cubic inch V8, which, in 1975, was good for about 190 horsepower, hardly earth-shattering. However, this one sports an upgraded Edelbrock carburetor and a proper dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers, both big improvements over the original equipment, so it feels quite a bit stronger on the road. The engine bay is neatly detailed with corporate turquoise engine paint and signs of conscientious maintenance throughout its life. It starts easily with a familiar Oldsmobile sound and idles well, and with 455 cubic inches, big torque is unavoidable, so it feels punchy around town. The TH400 shifts crisply and it's got highway gears out back, so it's a fantastic highway car with a great luxury car ride. Cool Rally II wheels are painted Hurst Gold for a bit of contrast and wrapped with 245/60/15 BFGoodrich T/A radials.A rare car that runs great and is loaded with options, this Olds is an affordable muscle car with plenty of history on its side, too. Call today!