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Im looking at a 1970 thats is being sold as a 442. My question is if its real? It has a flat hood and the 442 is on the grill. I have been going over everything I can find and I see the 442 between the grills on most cars. I dont have the vin yet. Thanks for any info.
The first question everyone should have asked you is, what's the VIN? In the 1970 model year, the 442 was a separate model line with a unique VIN, so verification is easy. In 1972, however, the 442 was simply an option package on Cutlass models. It's possible that this car is really a 1970 that's had a 1972 nose installed after a crash. It's also possible that it is simply a 1972 Supreme with emblems added. What appears to be a "Cutlass Supreme" emblem on the glove box door, along with an external voltage regulator on the firewall, tells me this is NOT a 1970 442, however. Post the VIN (and if possible, a photo of the cowl tag) and we'll go from there.
Pretty much. I'm sure the seller thinks it's worth more than it's weight in gold, also. Note that the car has 72 Supreme grilles, but a 1971 core support, so it's not like they swapped the whole nose.
What a cluster! I'd be wary of how well this pig was slapped together! Although, this photo does make it clear why the 72 core supports are different from 71.
Hes on a different island,and hasnt returned my call or email yet. He stated it has been restored to original and has over 20k into it but is asking 16k. I dont need to give you guys the vin, because with the advice you have all ready given me, Im staying the hell away. Thank you so much every one.
