moyo75701

Still new to the resto biz. And i have a questions for you guys. Is this a 72 cutlass 442 clone? or just a 72 cutlass. Check out the pics! The listing reads
1972 Oldsmobile 442 HURST W30
1972 OLDS CUTLASS CONVERTIBLE MAKE 442 CLONE #S MATCH
Can it be a 442 clone without a floor shifter?
And what is a W-30?
Finally how much would you spend for this car? Help for a starter so i dont get screwed!

joe_padavano

The car in the photos is a Cutlass Supreme convertible. In 1972, the 442 was demoted to an option package instead of a standalone model with a unique VIN, so it is difficult to document a real 1972 442, but this isn't a 442.

The W-30 was Oldsmobile's highest performance package. In 1972, the VIN will indicate the engine, and the W-30 has a unique VIN. This car isn't a W-30.

jaunty75

The Old Cars Price Guide puts the value of a 1972 Cutlass Supreme convertible in #3 condition (not showroom, but a nice restoration) at $10,800. In showroom condition (#2), the value is $16,800. It's hard to tell much from your photo as only one of them opens up, and it's from a distance. But the car looks pretty good from what can be seen of it.

moyo75701

The listing stated it had some rust. About how much for one in the lowest condition.

jaunty75

In #4 condition, which is defined as good running condition but needing full restoration, the value listed is $4800. Depending on how much of the car would need work vs how much of it is already in good shape, the car is probably worth between $5000 and $10,000. If it doesn't run, the value drops to just under $3000.