1955 Oldsmobile Super 88 Series
Holiday Coupe
VIN 558M55967

Standard Specifications (As originally sold)

Original Base Price $2,474.00
No. Produced 62,534
Body
Body Maker Fisher
No. Doors 2
Passengers
Model Number 3637D
Weight 3,765lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 122 inches
Length 203.4 inches
Width 77.8 inches
Height 62.2 inches
Front Tread 59 inches
Rear Tread 58 inches
Engine
Type V8 Valve-in-head
Displacement 324.3 cu. in.
Cylinders 8
Bore & Stroke 3 7/8 & 3 7/16 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 8.5 to 1
Compression Ratio-Opt Not applicable
Brake Horsepower 202@4000
Rated Horsepower 48.05
Torque 332@2400
Main Bearings 5
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Block Material
Engine Numbers Starting V400001
Engine No. Location Stamped on pad on top left cylinder bank of block.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Downdraft 4-barrel
Make Rochester
Transmission
Type Helical
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
Gear Ratios
1st 2.39 to 1
2nd 1.53 to 1
3rd 1 to 1
4th Not applicable
5th Not applicable
Reverse 2.53 to 1
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
Clutch Size 11 inches
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.42
Suspension
Front Independent coil springs
Rear Longitudinal leaf spring
Steering Gear Ball & nut
Brakes
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Front Size 11 inches
Rear Size 11 inches
Emergency Rear service brakes
Size 11 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator Cellular
Fuel Type Premium
Mileage
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Wheel Type
Wheel Mfr
Wheel Size
Tire Type
Tire Size 7.6 x 15
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 20 Gallons
Oil 5 Quarts
Transmission 2.5 Pints
Cooling System 20.5 Quarts
Rear Differential 5 Pints
Front Differential Not Applicable
Transfer Case Not Applicable
Classic Rating Not Rated
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. See Additional Information
VIN Description Total Digits: 9
Digits 1-2: Model year
Digits 3: Series
Digits 4: Assembly plant
Digits 5-9: Production number

This vehicle has been customized from the original specifications. More pictures upon request.

Custom hand pin-striping and etched glass.
Air ride suspension.
Custom white and burgundy interior.

Price: $32,559.00 (no delivery included)

 

Very nice car, I would add your location. GLWS

 

You can tell that a lot of work and love went into transforming this 55 into a what looks like a customized 54. That being said, IMHO, it's really a little extreme for me with all the pin stripes, long skirts and extra chrome.

 

I agree with you Jim. This car was probably originally done a long time ago when the tail dragger customs were popular and redone in recent years. Different strokes for different folks.

 

Thank you for your input! Hoping to find it a new owner to care and appreciate it.

 

wow, I rarely see cars like this, I think its cool. I don't know much about them or pricing but seems like a great car. When I saw the first pic I thought the car had a roof rack - which I thought would hav been a neat touch. Love the spare tire cover art work.

 

That's a beautiful car. GLWS!