Often considered one of the high points in the muscle car era, and even more so for Oldsmobile, the 442 stands proudly as a flagship car for the Golden Age of high-horsepower vehicles. This particular 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible is fully repainted in factory Spanish Red exterior, complemented by its black vinyl power top, shimmering chrome trim, and sporty Redline tires. Thanks to its streamlined and powerful design, this awesome Olds looks aggressive from any angle.
Inside, we find a beautiful and clean black vinyl interior. A center console separates twin bucket seats, while a three-spoke, power-assisted, wood-rimmed wheel sits just ahead of a column-mounted 8,000-rpm tachometer, then a pair of gauges measuring speed and engine temperature. Sliding HVAC controls keep things simple, while the added cupholders and storage unit under the dashboard provide an incredibly practical addition to any road trip.
Under the hood, we find a 400-cubic-inch overhead-valve V-8 engine. Topped with a single four-barrel Edelbrock carburetor, this big V8 expels spent gases through stock-style exhaust manifolds that feed into a set of aftermarket mufflers, giving this old-school muscle car a growl commensurate with its power. Power is routed through a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission, before heading out to the 12-bolt rear, which transfers those ponies to the pavement via a set of polished 14-inch wheels shod in those trick Redline tires.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Full Spanish Red Repaint
Power Top
400 ci V8
Edelbrock Four Barrel
TH400 Three Speed Auto
12 Bolt Rear
Power Brakes
Power Steering
Factory Air Conditioning
Wood Rimmed Wheel
Black Vinyl Interior
Column Mounted Tach
Bosch Auxiliary Gauges
RetroSound Head Unit (inop)
Copy of Window Sticker
Protect-O-Plate Warranty Card
Owner's Manual
The 1968 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible is equipped with a suspension system featuring an independent front end and a live axle rear, complemented by coil springs and heavy-duty shocks at all four corners. Power brakes stand ready to scrub off speed at a moment's notice. Along with its muscular aesthetic, this 442 comes with a copy of its original window sticker, a Protect-O-Plate warranty card, and an owner's manual to help it feel right at home with its new owner. But if you think that might be you, don't wait, call today!
- Fuel
- Body TypesConvertible
- Exterior ColourSpanish Red
- Number of doors2
- Interior ColourBlack
- VIN Code338677M347348
