I once had a brand new 1967 442.I am now looking for one. Should I be concerned about obtaining parts for that model more than any other models of 442's? Also I have looked at one that by all measures seems to be great and not a clone. I have driven it and gone over it with a fine tooth comb. It has matching numbers, minimal superficial rust, restored interior, no welded plates, fair price by NADA standards. What could possibly make it not sell for an extended period of time? That concerns me. If anyone has any feedback,please let me know. Thank you.

 

*IF* the car car is truly a legitimate 442, the biggest reason I would see it not selling is too high a price. More so now in this economy. NADA values are on the high side, and again, are more so in this poor economy. There's an excess of cars and a shortage of buyers.
Not sure what you mean by "numbers matching", because that's really a broad term that can mean a lot of different things. Specifically "what numbers match what?".
There is nothing that makes a '67 442 a problem to have as far as value, parts availability, or anything else. As far as if there is a "down side" to a '67, no, there isn't. A great year, and one of my favorites.

 

The only downside I could see would be my jealousy!!

 

As noted above, just be sure the price is reasonable. The 66s tend to have a higher price if equipped with Tri Carbs and especially the W30 option. Thus, the 67s tend to be less sought after. That doesn 't make the 67s undesirable by any means. As noted above, beware of that "numbers matching" stuff, because the VIN wasn't on the engine or transmission. Production dates for things like the alternator should be reasonably earlier than the body date, but these aren't really "numbers matching" parts. A dealer could have replaced something under warranty with whatever date-code part he had available or got through the parts pipeline. If someone is representing a 67 as numbers matching with a price premium, you need to research the authenticity of his claims.

 

The only bad thing about this car is it ins't a Delta 88 or 98. They are much more desireable than your "plain jane" Cutlass or 442. I suggest you spend some more time searching for a car that will make you happier in the long run.

 

I would agree with the "Captain". The larger the boat, the more you can gloat.

 

Well, I think that history has shown that the interest lies mainly in the Cutlass/442 lineup of this era, that is where the sales and aftermarket are at. He stated as a previous owner that he would like to get another, why discourage him?

 

Are you serious or just haven't had your morning coffee yet??? Even though I agree with them 100% LOL. They were clearly JOKING!!!!

 

Yes, I was joking. Sorry if anyone misunderstood.

I think it would be cool to get a 67 Olds 442. The only thing I would caution against is buying a classic car as an investment, or buying a classic car thinking to yourself: "I wonder how much this will be worth in X years." Buy the car because you think it is cool and because you want to drive it.

 

Agree with Commodore Olds64....after paying insurance, gas, buying parts as issues crop up you won't ever recoup your money unless you get it for a song. Get it because you like it and can afford it.

Don't buy it thinking you'll get your money back if and when you decide to sell. It's a hobby, not an investment.

 

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[quote=Olds64;198310]Yes, I was joking. Sorry if anyone misunderstood.

Apparently the caffiene had yet to settle in. And, I do like plenty of the big Olds' myself.

 

 

I must confess. I have a strong attraction to the big cars myself. There's something about a nine foot rear 1/4 panel that gets me going.
67 442's are way high on the cool car list. I always buy cars with an exit strategy. You never know if you may need to bail out. If I know I could recover most of my money, the decision is easy.