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Old October 27th, 2017, 07:27 AM
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New to me - 1970 -442w30

Greetings everyone, New to the forum but long time owner and lover of Olds 442's. My First 442 experience was one i bought was when i was 15 years old and it was a 73 - 442, 4spd for $400.00!. held onto to it for 10 years and did the best i could for a kid trying to restore it. I've been looking for a new one for about a year and seeking advice and asking many questions from olds clubs, members, etc. During my search I was referred to Steve Minore who helped advised on a couple of cars i was interested in. After MANY conversations, meetings and understanding my criteria, he introduced me to one of his cars he had been a caretaker for over 14 years. It was love at first sight and brought me right back to when i was young. I'm now the proud owner of this beautiful, 1970 442-W30. 60k original miles, paint job in 1985, with little work done by the prior owner(s), southern Californian car with no rust and never been in an accident and a great documented history.. truly a time capsule that has been loved and cherished throughout the years. I know how much we all appreciate these rare and timeless classics so i wanted to share and also thank everyone that helped guide my decision and a special shout out and thanks to Steve Minore for his time, passion and patience.
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Old October 27th, 2017, 07:32 AM
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Congrats! Beautiful Car!!
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Old October 27th, 2017, 07:43 AM
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beautiful.

and well documented no doubt.

congratulations
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Old October 27th, 2017, 08:23 AM
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Welcome to the site, sweet 70.
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Old October 27th, 2017, 09:20 AM
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Welcome to the site & congrats on that beautiful W machine.
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Old October 27th, 2017, 10:55 AM
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Very nice Sir. Is that the original color combo?
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Old October 27th, 2017, 11:31 AM
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I thought I saw this somewhere for sale recently. Recognize the color combo, one you don't see often and looks great. THe SSIs are perfect for that color combo too.
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Old October 27th, 2017, 12:38 PM
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Hi all thanks for all the love! i don't think it was posted for sale anywhere as it was more of a private sale/word of mouth. The stripes have been changed from White to Red. Other than that its Ebony black as it should. Also did i mention its a 4-spd? LOVE it!
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Old October 27th, 2017, 12:55 PM
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Great car! Very nice!
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Old October 27th, 2017, 06:55 PM
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Fantastic! Congratulations, that is a beautiful W-30. You're going to love it!
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Old October 27th, 2017, 07:29 PM
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Beautiful and striking paint scheme. Welcome.
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Congrats. Kool W-Machine and Welcome!
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Old October 29th, 2017, 07:09 AM
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Welcome aboard! Love the color combo and yes very sharp looking car. A 1970 W30 4 speed car is next up for me. I recently bought a Burgundy Mist, white stripe, white guts bench 4 speed W31. I love the W Machines!!! Al
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