This Oldsmobile 442 got away, but there are more like it here.

1970 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

Sold for $43,500 on 4/28/23

This 1970 Oldsmobile 442 convertible was acquired by the seller in 2006 and subsequent work consisted of removing the engine and installing a replacement engine, rebuilding the transmission, performing an engine tune-up, and replacing the convertible soft top, thermostat, temperature sensor, oil pressure sender, suspension bushings, shock absorbers, coil springs, and fuel hoses. The car is powered by a replacement 455ci V8 mated to a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Galleon Gold with white stripes over gold vinyl upholstery. Equipment includes a power-operated white convertible top, a W25-style rear spoiler, power front disc brakes, 14″ SS-style wheels, Bilstein shock absorbers, an Edelbrock intake manifold, an HEI-style distributor, and a dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers. This 442 is now offered in Florida with a spare 455ci V8 engine, service records, convertible top boots, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

The body is finished in Galleon Gold with a white hood and side stripes and is said to have been repainted under previous ownership. Equipment includes a power-operated white convertible top, quad headlamps, a rear wing, a W-30-style fiberglass hood with air intake ducts as well as sports-styled mirrors and bright metal wheel arch moldings. The convertible soft top is said to have been replaced in 2009. There are chips in the paint and a scratch on the right rear quarter panel.

Super Stock 1-style 14” wheels are mounted with BFGoodrich Radial T/A white-letter tires. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums. Bilstein shock absorbers, Eaton coil springs, and replacement suspension bushings were installed in 2012.

The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench trimmed in gold vinyl upholstery. Equipment includes a heater and defroster, center console, black rubber floor mats, lap belts, and faux woodgrain trim accents. The radio and clock do not work.

The four-spoke steering wheel frames a 120-mph speedometer, a tic-toc-tac tachometer, and a multifunction gauge. The odometer shows 92k miles, approximately 4k of which were added under current ownership.

The replacement 455ci V8 was installed under current ownership and features an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and chrome valve covers, an HEI-style distributor, and a functional ram air induction system. Service under current ownership consisted of replacing the water pump pulley, thermostat, temperature sensor, oil pressure sender, and fuel hoses as well as performing an engine tune-up in 2019 and an oil change in 2023.

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission and a 12-bolt rear axle with a W-27 finned differential cover. The transmission was rebuilt in 2021. A dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers has been installed.

A 455ci V8 engine is included in the sale and was reportedly rebuilt and bored .060″ over in 2008. A spare starter motor and distributor will also accompany the car. Engine stamp images are shown in the gallery.

The chassis plate lists VIN 344670Z100478, and the 7th digit of the VIN displayed on the California title is a “2”.

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Auction Result

Winning Bid	USD $43,500 by KJ69
Auction Ended	April 28, 2023 at 11:27AM PT
Bids	43

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