Does 1965 Olds Jetstar 88 match with other GM and olds of the same year?

[hoppers69]

Hi all,
Just found this forum when I bought my 1965 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88 convertible in April 2006. I had a 1966 Jetstar 88 8 years ago so I am partial although I know they were the "low end" of the Olds muscle cars ;o)

So I have some question(s)...do you know if the trunk pans are similiar or the same size to other GM cars of the same year? Such as a 1965 Chevy impala? Im trying to figure out some trunk carpeting and I think they may be the same (is the Jetstar 88 an A or B body, I cant tell from other posts) and if so it will make it easier on me....

Also wondering if the floor pans are the same as other GM vehicles (for carpeting as well). And actually is the Jetstar 88 the same body basically as the starfire, delta 88 etc for parts cross reference? They sure look similiar so Im sure they are, but not sure. I know the 98's are completely different. If someone has a body reference link they can send me, I would be appreciative.

And my jetstar has the 330 ci but with a 4bbl, no smoke and starts right up (with electronic ignition) but not the orig tranny (TH 300 is in there now I think)...I just posted 2 pics in the "88" photo gallery on this site.

Thanks,
-Matt

[Oldsmaniac]

The Jetstar is the same size/wheelbase as the other 88 series....all sheetmetal etc interchange. The Jetstar came with the small block engine and I believe the 2 speed trans....I dont know if the turbo 400 was optional as it was with the others. The Jetstar has a rear that has the same bolt pattern for wheels as the Cutlass and not the 5 inch bolt pattern....smaller brake components were used as well......Im not sure if the Impala shares the same trunk size or carpet but a full size Pontiac probably would....

[hoppers69]

Thanks for the info, it will be helpful. I know too well about the flimsy 9 inch drum brakes on the Jetstar, its one weakness! ;o)