Frankenpez

Never done this before, but I'm gonna give it a shot. If they show, these are the photos of a local 1970 "S" that I came across and acquired. Let's see if they work.

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Frankenpez

Guess that worked, here is one from behind. I've owned 2 other 70 S's, including my very first ride in 1986. Stumbled on this one, and realized how much I miss my Oldsmobiles!

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Frankenpez

And here is how I found her, sitting in a shed, not driven since 1989. Dirt, dust, mouse poop, you name it, it's in there (or was). Original one owner, with protecto-plate, etc. and 64,000 miles on the odometer. I'm happy!
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don71

Nice find WELL DONE

ozoneblue

NICE! find

Pghstarsky

Wow, you lucky dog.

Pfiffle

Very nice. Is that a 73 Malibu next to it? My first car.

Frankenpez

Thanks, guys. Don't know what year Malibu that is, I'm blinded by the Oldsmobile! I'm very pleased with this find, it has factory front disc brakes, 350/4 barrel. My other two Cutlass's both had 2 barrels, 4 way drum brakes. This is a nice start for a fixer-upper. I can't complain for $1800, which, ironically, was what I paid in 86 for my first Olds.

This one will need some work from sitting so long. Already discovered the heater core is shot, needs all brakes rebuilt, master cylinder, exhaust is shot. The inside still smells funky, I am assuming that the carpet has been wet too much from the heater core. Driver's side of the bench is cracked. At least the owner didn't do much altering of the car at all. All I have removed so far is an aftermarket cruise control system. Also has the typical rust areas starting behind the front wheels, and a little behind the passenger side rear wheel. The paint is well worn, with literally thousands of scratches, dings, chips, etc. At least she's pretty straight overall. Undercarriage has typical frame surface rust, but all body pans are clean.

Frankenpez

Having fun with pics, hope you guys don't mind!

Frankenpez

Last one. Thanks for letting me share.

Pfiffle

$1800? Sweet deal. Car looks solid. Most 30+ year old cars have there small "personality" things to them. But thats what keeps us going, right? Always something to do.
Tom

Chumley

There can never be too many pictures! $1800 would be a steal here in CA. for a ride like that! '70 is my favorite year, since my first car was a '70 SX. Keep us posted with the progress on it. Chumley

Frankenpez

I'm sure I'll be frequenting this site quite often from here on out! I already have many questions on which way to go with parts, resto, etc. from the experts. First goal is to get her street worthy, then just keep fixin' what breaks as well as start a low-budget resto. I have a feeling that after 20 years of not running, the engine will keep me busy......

Pfiffle

Almost certainly.

Dapapadon

Well I'm a little late, but just wanted to say; "Nice find". Good luck with your new project!

Don

marcar1993

I too want to say, nice find. And before you "fix" all those little scratches and what not, remember a car is only original ONCE!!! My wagon isn't perfect, but not bad enough to warrent a resto, or even just paint(all it could use).

Eighttime

I'd take her any day man! Put your money in the tank and have some fun!

Frankenpez

I agree with you-she is somewhat of a 20 footer, but still looks halfway decent in the sun. My money, for the first few years at the mininum, will go towards the engine updating, hoses, filters, carb rebuild, exhaust, tires, etc. I am an "original" type of guy, so I will keep it that way. I do have a couple upgrades that I dream of, of which one is a nice posi rear axle. However, when I do the posi, I will retain the stock axle housing and buy one of the installation units from Supercars Unlimited probably. Just want a strong running, fun to drive car.

I absolutely love the body lines of the Holiday Coupes. The shot from the rear bumper is my favorite! Helps that the rear has coilovers still on it-gives it a nice stance. These are just plain beautiful cars, imho.

Thanks for all the compliments. Glad to find fellow Olds lovers!

Oldsguy

Nice, don't think I have ever seen black on black like that. Polish it up and drive it!