1949 Olds Rocket 88 Coupe

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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 09:32 AM
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1949 Olds Rocket 88 Coupe

I am searching for this car for my father. It means everything to him. Anyone have any ideas?
Old Apr 9, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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I haven't seen one lately but did see one on ebay last year. Of course it has been sold by now. Good luck in your search.
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 06:54 AM
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Your profile doesn't show your Location . If some one across town can help they may not post considering it a waste of time. I knew where one was but I have looked at what condition it's in you might add the distance your willing to travel and value. I'll check to see if he still has it and have him contact you .
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 06:54 AM
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49 Rocket 88 Coupe Needed

Thanks for the info, but you are probably right that it is gone. Not looking for a fastback or a 48 anyways. Sorry. Anyways, if anyone knows of a 49 Coupe any condition, anywhere. It means a great deal to my father. Thanks again
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 11:02 AM
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Sorry... I am in IL. Willing to consider any condition. I understand it is going to be hard to find. Any pics or info can be emailed to peacefrog5@hotmail.com.

Thanks again for any help you guys can give!!!
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 11:08 AM
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Oh, I will consider out of state.
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by peacefrog5
Thanks for the info, but you are probably right that it is gone. Not looking for a fastback or a 48 anyways. Sorry. Anyways, if anyone knows of a 49 Coupe any condition, anywhere. It means a great deal to my father. Thanks again

Oh! Mine isn't for sale . I was just trying to be freindly and give you a reply as a welcome to our site.
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 12:10 PM
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Well thanks, I appreciate it.
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 02:25 PM
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I think I may have seen one on cars.com, there was also another on at www.oldsmobilesforsale.com. Let me know if you have any luck, I will keep my eye open.
Old Apr 10, 2007 | 05:43 PM
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The one on Oldsmobile site is not the right one, but wow! The one on cars.com, I am going to try to call, but seems to be listed with others??

Anyways, thanks for the help
Old Apr 15, 2007 | 10:49 AM
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49 Olds

Welcome i'm new here also.
I have a 49 2-door,but it's a fastback in need of restoration.
I'm in SO.East SO. Dakota
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 08:17 AM
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Not what I am looking for, but thanks.. If I get desperate enough (Not to say there is anything wrong with your car ) Are you looking to sell it?

It does seem that I keep running across mostly fastbacks...
Old May 8, 2007 | 01:34 PM
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watch this site:

http://www.cars-on-line.com/oldsmobile.html
Old May 8, 2007 | 04:47 PM
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Smile Thank you!!!

Thanks for the tip, I really, really appreciate it!!
Old Aug 1, 2007 | 10:26 AM
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try franklin graf at : rocketfest.com- '49 olds specialist
Old Aug 3, 2007 | 08:22 AM
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Wink Thanks much!!

Still looking, thanks
Old May 24, 2008 | 11:15 AM
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Still looking, thanks
I have a 49 coupe. I'm in he process of repainting. Just starting to re-work body. Has digital gauges in stock dash bezel. All dash is stock appearring. If you would like to see pic's.
contact: jollytolly@webtv.net

car will be red again, has red and white tuck & roll int. 1970 Olds. 350 eng. also either350 turbo or 700R4 trans.
Old Jan 11, 2009 | 10:26 AM
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Mine might be too spendy for you. Here is a link to info and photos. Let me know if you are interested.

www.retrorodz.com/1949oldsmobile.pdf
Old Nov 10, 2009 | 05:15 PM
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Hello! I have a 49 Olds Bubble Coupe. I'd consider selling it. My name is Bob from DYer, IN. 219-864-3928. Car has won many trophies! I have lots of pictures.
Old Nov 10, 2009 | 05:31 PM
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Good luck finding one and I hope you do, the 1949 Olds 88 has nostalgic connotations for me. My favorite track coach had one in his "American Graffiti" youth in the '60s, it had the original 4 speed steel Hyrdamatic and somebody dumped a hopped up 394 with three two-barreled carbs...was one of the fastest cars in town!
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