1991 442 w/W41 engine

[abrown648]

Hello-I own a '91 442, W41 version. Until recently it was a daily driver. I have read that this car was one of 204 to come off the line. Is this true? How can I tell the production number (sequence number). I like the car and am debating whether to sell or restore it. (Obviously I am a newbie on this site-any help is appreciated).

[texasred]

Contact the GM Heritage Center. For $50 you can get a custom package on your car. I think they need a rubbing of your VIN. Call them to find out for sure.

GM Heritage Ctr
6400 Center Dr.
Sterling Heights Mi.
48312-2609
586-276-0695

[my_motherskar68]

hey their i was readind that you have a 91 442 its not a true 442 they stop makeing them in 87 after 87 they started to put the 305 in them, ive never heard nor have i seen one but if it is what you say it is then its verry rare keep a hold on it till you can find out i would like to know for my self i know the 442's have been in my life since i was born and that would be some kind of neet info, but good luck in finding out

[orange442]

This is what 442.com had to say:


W-41



1991:
Again, W-41 was used as a Cutlass Calais Quad 442 option.

It was produced during the 1991 model year. 200 cars (mostly Achieva) were made mostly for racing.

Engine: Quad4 H.O. 2.3 liter, 4 cyl, 190 bhp (Vin A? - LGO)
Transmission: Getrag 5-speed, 3.94 final drive ratio, limited slip
Body Style: 2 Door FWD coupe (Calais, Achieva)
Distignuishing characteristics: Silver striping (4- ¼" stripes)around car, trunklid spoiler, ~30 MPG Highway. Very few options were availible since made for SCCA racing.

Notes:
Olds test results: 0-60 in 6.8 sec, ¼ mile in 14.6 sec (95.7 miles per hour speed at trap).

EPA 21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway.

Differences between 180 hp VIN A and the 190 hp VIN A include: hotter cam profile, lower restriction exhaust, and taller transmission gearing.

Won 6 out of 9 IMSA Firestone Firehawk races in 1991.

The most distinguishing feature is the W-41 emblem on the moulding on both the driver's and passenger's front rocker panel. The other exclusive feature is the bright red, with silver stripes, W-41 cover over the engine (plugs, cams, etc.). The words on the cover say "Made exclusively for Oldsmobile". In the center is an Olds rocket next to a "W30" marking.
Hope this helps in your decision.