This Oldsmobile 88 got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is a 2-door sedan said to have been sold new at McEleney Motors in Clinton, Iowa. The seller reports it was reacquired by the same dealer in the 1970s and placed into their collection before being purchased by the current owner in 2005 and put on display at the Dahl Old Car Home in Davenport, Iowa. Finished in two-tone green, the car shows about 42k miles and is powered by a 324ci Rocket V8 paired with a 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The green interior is equipped with a Motorola AM radio and a dealer-installed compass. This Olds 88 is now offered with its original hubcaps and a clean Iowa title.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

The car is finished in two-tone green, and the seller notes that it was repainted in the 1970s. Imperfections are shown in the gallery.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

Styling changes for the 1955 model year included new grillework, taillights, and side chrome. Body-colored steel wheels are accented with spinner hubcaps and wide-whitewall tires. The original hubcaps are included in the sale.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

The cabin features two-tone green pattern cloth upholstery on the front and rear benches, green carpet, and a green headliner. Rubber floor mats protect the front carpets, and equipment includes a Motorola AM radio and a dealer-installed compass.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

A Bakelite steering wheel fronts a large speedometer and instrumentation for voltage, water temperature, fuel level, and oil pressure. The 5-digit odometer shows under 42k miles, about 1,000 of which were added by the seller.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

The 324ci Rocket V8 is paired with a 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The seller notes an oil and filter change was performed in preparation for the sale, while previous service records are unavailable.

1955 Oldsmobile 88 2-Door Sedan

The condition of the underside is shown above.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $13,000 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended November 23, 2018 at 2:15PM PT
Bids 1
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BaT Essentials

Seller: KDahl3
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 557M31391
  • 42k Miles Shown
  • 324ci Rocket V8
  • 4-Speed Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission
  • Two-Tone Green Interior and Exterior
  • Museum Display Car
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #14309